Controller

Elby Professional Recruitment Inc; Guelph; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A growth-stage recruitment firm in Ontario is seeking a Controller to lead financial reporting and strategic planning efforts. The ideal candidate will have a CPA or nearing completion, along with a strong focus on financial accuracy and team leadership. This role offers competitive compensation and benefits while being pivotal to the company's growth and success.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Comprehensive benefits including dental and vision

RRSP matching

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in financial reporting and a strong focus on accuracy.
• Experience with new or recently acquired businesses preferred.
• Prior management experience within a finance team is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Own the integrity of GAAP financial reporting.
• Identify areas for improvement and automation in reporting.
• Analyze financials and provide key insights alongside stakeholders.
• Manage forecasting, budgeting, and planning processes.
• Evaluate and design scalable controls as the company grows.
• Assist with M&A evaluation, due diligence, and integration.

Skills

Financial reporting

Attention to detail

Leadership

Process improvements

Education

CPA or nearing completion

Job description

Ready to jump into a high-impact Controller role that’s anything but ordinary? Join a fast-paced, growth-stage company where your work directly influences strategic decisions alongside seasoned leaders. You'll get real exposure to exciting growth strategies where you’re rolling up your sleeves to influence the trajectory and growth of the company. From day one, you’ll help build the financial backbone of the business, designing systems and controls from scratch, and using cutting-edge tech to streamline processes. Forget bureaucracy—this is a lean team where your voice matters and your results shine. And with competitive pay plus comprehensive benefits like dental, drug, vision, and RRSP matching, you’ll be rewarded for the expertise and energy you bring to the table.

Key Responsibilities

• Financial Compliance — own the integrity of GAAP financial reporting
• Financial Reporting — own the reporting process and identify areas for improvement and automation
• Strategic Planning — work alongside key stakeholders to analyze financials and provide key insights
• FP&A — own the forecast, budgeting, and planning processes
• Controls — evaluate current controls and design processes that scale with the company’s growth
• M&A — assist with the evaluation, due diligence, and integration of potential mergers and acquisitions

Qualifications

• CPA, or nearing completion CPA, with 3+ years of experience and a strong focus on financial reporting
• Experience working with new businesses or recently acquired businesses will be an asset
• Prior experience in leadership or management roles within finance team will be an asset
• High attention to detail with the ability to lead teams, manage deadlines, and drive process improvements

Benefits of working for our client

Our client is dynamic and rapidly growing, and is recognized for delivering high-impact solutions across a broad portfolio of industrial and commercial clients. With a sharp focus on operational excellence, innovation, and customer service, they’re transforming the way services are delivered—from fieldwork to finance.

This is an exciting opportunity to step into a leadership role within a company that’s scaling fast and hungry for smart, strategic thinking. You’ll be joining a forward-thinking organization where financial leadership is not just valued—it’s pivotal to their success. If you’re passionate about building systems, shaping teams, and contributing to long-term growth, this is the kind of stage where your impact will be seen, felt, and rewarded.

We would like to thank all applicants; however, only those under consideration will be contacted.