Assistant Controller

Marcon; City of Langley; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Assistant Controller to manage financial operations for construction projects. This role emphasizes leadership in financial processes, compliance, and process improvement. The ideal candidate will possess a CPA designation and significant experience in construction accounting, coupled with strong analytical and communication skills. The company fosters a high-performance culture and offers a competitive compensation package, including bonuses and excellent health benefits. If you're ready to make an impact in a collaborative environment, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Pay-for-performance bonus programs

Excellent family health benefits

Employee recognition programs

Opportunities for socializing and team-building

Qualifications

• 5+ years of accounting experience, including 2 years in construction accounting.
• Strong knowledge of construction cost control and project financial management.

Responsibilities

• Lead financial processes including accounts payable, receivable, and payroll.
• Monitor financial transactions for compliance and accuracy.
• Mentor Accounting Administrators and enhance team skills.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Process Improvement

Communication Skills

Attention to Detail

Leadership Potential

Education

CPA designation

Tools

Yardi Elevate

Procore

Excel

Job description

Reporting to the Director, Project Accounting, Marcon Construction is seeking a skilled Assistant Controller to oversee the day-to-day activities of a portfolio of construction projects and corporate entities to ensure timely reporting and sound financial management. This role will require a leader with strong analytical skills, process improvement expertise, and the ability to collaborate across departments. This role demands meticulous attention to detail and a high level of professionalism in executing the assigned responsibilities.

About The Role

Financial Operations Management:

• Lead the execution of core financial processes, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and cash flow management.
• Monitor and manage financial transactions to ensure compliance with internal policies and regulatory standards.
• Oversee and maintain project accounting records, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
• Prepare and analyze job cost reports, ensuring alignment with budgets and forecasts.
• Support financial planning and cost management for active development projects.
• Assist in reviewing and approving trade contractor and vendor invoices, ensuring compliance with contract terms.
• Manage progress billing, holdbacks, and lien releases to ensure proper cash flow.
• Track and report financial performance on a project-by-project basis, ensuring consistency with company goals.
• Assist with budgeting and forecasting for construction projects.
• Maintain compliance with accounting standards, company policies, and external regulatory requirements.
• Reconcile general ledger accounts, bank statements, and intercompany transactions.
• Support tax filings, including GST, PST, and corporate tax preparation.
• Assist in managing cash flow, banking and financial planning activities.
• Undertake additional duties or projects as assigned periodically.

Process Improvement & Systems Optimization:

• Identify opportunities for process enhancements and implement best practices to improve operational efficiency.
• Partner with department leads to align financial operations with broader business objectives.
• Work closely with project managers and site teams to monitor construction costs and identify variances.

Team Support & Development:

• Mentor and guide Accounting Administrators, providing coaching, training, and troubleshooting support to enhance their skills and ensure accuracy in financial processes.
• Act as a resource for problem-solving, assisting the team in resolving accounting challenges and improving efficiencies in day-to-day operations.
• Foster a collaborative and supportive work environment, ensuring Accounting Administrators have the tools, knowledge, and confidence to succeed in their roles.

About You:

• CPA designation.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in accounting, with at least 2 years in construction accounting.
• Strong knowledge of construction cost control, and project financial management.
• Demonstrated ability to lead process improvement initiatives.
• Great communication and attention to detail skills.
• Experience with Yardi Elevate and Procore software systems.
• Advanced Excel skills and proficiency in financial reporting tools.
• Knowledge of Canadian accounting standards, tax regulations, and compliance requirements.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate across departments.
• Leadership potential with a long-term interest in advancing within the organization.

What We Offer:

Marcon is committed to building an inclusive, inspired, high-performance team culture, where our Core Values of Safety, Integrity, Teamwork, Passion, and Excellence guide how we show up every day. We have been awarded the Great Place to Work certification, and this recognition reflects Marcon’s exceptional team whose dedication and collaboration create a workplace where we can all excel. If you are at the top of your game or want to find an environment to push you to it and if you want to find like-minded teams that strive for innovation and continuous improvement, we want to hear from you! Our competitive compensation package has been designed to reward our employees’ skills, competencies and performance that align with our culture. The compensation range for this role is $100,000 - $125,000 annually, depending on the candidate's experience and qualifications. Coupled with this base salary, we offer pay-for-performance bonus programs, excellent family health benefits, employee recognition programs and plenty of opportunities to socialize, have fun and build genuine relationships!