Assistant Controller

Black & McDonald; Toronto; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction and engineering company is seeking an Assistant Controller to manage financial operations. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of experience in accounting and hold a CPA designation. This role involves financial reporting, cash flow management, and collaboration with senior management for strategic planning.

Benefits

Competitive compensation and benefits packages

Ongoing investment in training and development

Team events and outings year-round

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in an Accounting Manager / Assistant Controller position.
• Prior experience in a construction or engineering company is preferred.
• Strong proficiency in advanced Excel skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage financial and administrative affairs in accordance with Corporate Policy.
• Complete month-end reconciliations and budget variance analyses.
• Participate in the annual external audit.

Skills

Strong analytical skills

Strong organizational skills

Excellent communication skills

Education

Minimum of a diploma in Business Administration – Accounting or a degree in Finance

CPA designation

Tools

Advanced Excel

JDE Edwards or comparable ERP system

Job description

ABOUT THIS CAREER OPPORTUNITY

Black & McDonald’s Accounting & Finance team is growing! If you are a committed and collaborative professional looking to contribute to a hard-working, innovative team, this opportunity is for you.

The Assistant Controller will work in conjunction with the Senior Regional Controller to undertake and manage the financial and administrative affairs of the assigned regions / company in accordance with Corporate Policy.

Duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to:

1. Assist operations with preparation of any ad hoc reports
2. Support ongoing business planning and quarterly forecasting processes as well as the annual strategic planning exercise
3. Complete and review month-end reconciliations and budget variance analyses
4. Manage cash flow and other company assets
5. Provide financial recommendations and ideas when new business initiatives are proposed
6. Ensure management of the general ledger
7. Resolve vendor payment disputes
8. Assist with collection of accounts receivable when required
9. Plan, organize and undertake the period close process including preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements
10. Ensure conformity with internal accounting policies and business processes, as well as compliance with established internal controls, including approval requirements, with a keen eye toward cost control and accuracy
11. Ensure integrity of financial data and systems and adherence to Corporate reporting timelines
12. Participate in the annual external audit
13. Develop streamlined reports using Power BI
14. Prepare salary recovery worksheets and other cost transfer forms and post
15. Post journal entries, perform bank reconciliations, and reconcile required general ledger accounts
16. Perform month-end processes related to jobs (e.g., closeouts, profit recognition, unbilled work orders) and update of accounting WIP reports

COMPETENCY REQUIREMENTS

• Change Orientation
• Communicates Effectively
• Continuous Learning
• Customer Focus
• Holds Self and Others Accountable
• Problem Solving and Innovation
• Teamwork and Collaboration
• Values and Respects Others
• Maximizes Business Performance and Team Effectiveness
• Strategic Perspective

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

• Minimum of a diploma in Business Administration – Accounting or a degree in Finance
• CPA designation required

WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in an Accounting Manager / Assistant Controller position
• Prior experience in a construction or engineering company is preferred

SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS

• Strong analytical skills with proficiency in advanced Excel skills
• Strong organizational skills
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Advanced Excel knowledge and systems aptitude
• Knowledge of JDE Edwards or comparable ERP system is preferred

Black & McDonald welcomes and encourages applications from persons with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the recruitment and selection process.

One company with endless opportunities to learn and grow.

Interesting and challenging work.

Team events and outings year-round.

Ongoing investment in training and development.

Collaborative and supportive work culture.

Competitive compensation and benefits packages.