Controller

Vaco Recruiter Services; Calgary; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 130,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Corporate Controller in Calgary, Canada. This role involves overseeing financial reporting, managing the accounting team, and ensuring compliance with IFRS standards. Ideal candidates will have a CPA designation and strong leadership skills. This is a contractual position requiring current residency in Canada and proficiency in financial systems. Competitive candidates will be contacted directly by the recruiter.

Qualifications

• Must have recognized accounting designation (CPA or equivalent).
• Strong technical knowledge in IFRS financial reporting.
• Demonstrated strength in leadership and team management.

Responsibilities

• Oversee preparation of combined monthly financial reporting package.
• Prepare quarterly and annual consolidated financial statements under IFRS.
• Provide leadership, coaching, and support to the accounting team.
• Manage routine financial operations including payroll administration.
• Serve as primary contact for the annual financial audit.

Skills

Leadership and Team Management

Advanced Microsoft Excel

IFRS Public Company Financial Reporting

Financial Systems Proficiency

Education

Recognized Accounting Designation (CPA or equivalent)

Job description

About Our Client

Our client is looking for a Corporate Controller on a contractual basis.

About the Opportunity

• Oversee the preparation of a combined monthly financial reporting package for several related entities, ensuring clear commentary, meaningful variance explanations, and timely delivery
• Prepare the quarterly and annual consolidated financial statements under IFRS, maintaining high standards of accuracy, completeness, and disclosure quality
• Provide leadership, coaching, and day‑to‑day support to the accounting team, helping prioritize workflows and elevate overall performance
• Direct all routine financial operations, including general ledger management, payroll administration, accounts payable/receivable, and all required government filings and remittances
• Serve as the primary contact for the annual financial audit, coordinating information requests, scheduling, and communication with external auditors
• Partner with operations, commercial, and marketing teams to review monthly results, support business performance analysis, and evaluate credit considerations for prospective customers
• Oversee payroll processes and ensure compliance with all payroll‑related tax requirements
• Manage indirect tax submissions, WCB matters, and assist with corporate income tax issues as needed
• Support leadership with additional strategic projects, analyses, and ad hoc initiatives as they arise

About You

• A recognized accounting designation (CPA or equivalent)
• Deep technical knowledge in the preparation of IFRS public company financial reporting
• Demonstrated strength in Leadership and Team Management
• Strong proficiency with financial systems and advanced capability in Microsoft Excel
• Brings a professional, responsive, and positive approach to all interactions

How to Apply

Click the “Apply Now” button and follow the instructions to submit your resume. Please know that we only accept documents in MS Word or Rich Text formats. When referencing this job, quote #462204.

You must currently reside within the Greater Toronto Area and be permitted to work in Canada to be considered for this opportunity. A recruiter will be in touch with you if your profile meets our client’s requirements for this role.