Controller

Aplin; Calgary; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Aplin seeks a strategic, hands-on Controller to lead a growing finance team in Calgary, AB. This fully in-office role requires CPA designation and 7+ years in accounting/finance, with strong Canadian standards knowledge and ERP experience.

You will guide month-end close, budgeting, forecasting, and cross-functional financial support. Join a team that partners with Operations, Sales, and leadership to drive profitability and robust financial processes in a project-based real estate development

Qualifications

• CPA designation is required.
• 7+ years of progressive accounting and finance experience, including leadership responsibility.
• Experience leading month-end close, financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and cash management.
• Strong knowledge of Canadian accounting standards, tax compliance, and internal controls.
• Experience with ERP systems and financial process improvement.
• Exceptional analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Experience in residential construction, real estate development, or a project-based environment is a strong asset.

Responsibilities

• Lead the monthly close process and deliver accurate financial statements on schedule.
• Prepare management reporting, variance analysis, and executive dashboards.
• Oversee financial reporting for all related entities and provide profitability analysis to support business decisions.
• Ensure financial obligations are managed accurately and on time.
• Develop annual budgets, forecasts, and financial models supporting business planning.
• Maintain the integrity of the ERP system and continuously improve financial processes, reporting, and data quality.
• Oversee internal controls, tax compliance, audits, banking requirements, and regulatory reporting.
• Partner with Operations, Sales, and senior leadership by providing financial insights and supporting cross‑functional initiatives and special projects.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical skills

Communication

Education

CPA designation

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

We are seeking a strategic, hands‑onControllerto lead a growing finance team with a background in real estate, construction or home building. This is a fully in officerole based in Calgary, AB.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the monthly close process and deliver accurate financial statements on schedule.
• Prepare management reporting, variance analysis, and executive dashboards.
• Oversee financial reporting for all related entities and provide profitability analysis to support business decisions.
• Ensure financial obligations are managed accurately and on time.
• Develop annual budgets, forecasts, and financial models supporting business planning.
• Maintain the integrity of the ERP system and continuously improve financial processes, reporting, and data quality.
• Oversee internal controls, tax compliance, audits, banking requirements, and regulatory reporting.
• Partner with Operations, Sales, and senior leadership by providing financial insights and supporting cross‑functional initiatives and special projects.

Qualifications

• CPA designation.
• 7+ years of progressive accounting and finance experience, including leadership responsibility.
• Experience leading month‑end close, financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and cash management.
• Strong knowledge of Canadian accounting standards, tax compliance, and internal controls.
• Experience with ERP systems and financial process improvement.
• Exceptional analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Experience in residential construction, real estate development, or a project‑based environment is considered a strong asset.

At Aplin — together with our brands CompuStaff, Impact Recruitment, and Vantix Systems — we connect great people with great organizations across North America. We believe diverse teams build stronger companies, and we welcome applicants from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We use AI tools to assist in a fair and efficient matching process, helping our recruiters connect the right people with the right opportunities. To be considered, applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada, including holding any required permits. Our recruitment services are always free for job seekers.