Controller

Canadagold; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits program

3 weeks vacation

CPA training coverage

Technology allowance

Job summary

Canada Gold is seeking a full-time Controller in Ottawa to lead the Accounting team, oversee financial reporting, budgeting, and internal controls. You will drive monthly closes, consolidate reporting, and provide financial insights across Canada Gold and related entities.

The role requires 7+ years of progressive accounting experience, CPA designation, and strong ASPE knowledge. You’ll collaborate with senior leadership, improve processes, and develop the accounting team within a growing

Qualifications

• 7+ years progressive accounting experience with financial reporting and team leadership.
• University degree in Commerce/Business/Accounting or related field.
• CPA designation completed.
• Strong knowledge of ASPE standards.
• Experience leading close processes, budgeting, forecasting, and internal controls.
• Experience managing and developing accounting teams.
• Knowledge of Canadian income tax, GST/HST, and financial reporting requirements.
• Advanced Excel, Google Workspace, and accounting software including QuickBooks Online.
• Strong analytical and organizational skills with ability to manage priorities.
• Excellent communication and translating financial information into practical recommendations.
• Proactive, collaborative leadership focused on process improvement and growth.
• Experience with multi-entity accounting and consolidated reporting.
• Experience in public accounting, retail, or manufacturing is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes, including reconciliations, consolidations, and financial statement reviews.
• Oversee accurate and timely financial reporting, management reporting, and variance analysis.
• Lead annual budgeting and periodic forecasting in collaboration with senior leadership.
• Manage external accounting relationships, year-end engagements, and supporting documentation.
• Oversee intercompany transactions, reconciliations, and consolidated reporting across related entities.
• Oversee accounts payable, payment controls, inventory purchase accounting, and vendor reconciliations.
• Ensure compliance with GST/HST requirements and other financial filing obligations.
• Develop, implement, and maintain effective accounting policies, internal controls, and approval processes.
• Identify opportunities to improve financial processes, reporting systems, automation, and data accuracy.
• Evaluate financial risks, resolve accounting issues, and recommend practical improvements.
• Oversee payroll function, ensuring accurate processing, remittances, year-end reporting, and cross-jurisdiction compliance.
• Lead, coach, and develop the Accounting team, including delegating responsibilities and managing performance.
• Partner with the Managing Partner and operational leaders to provide financial analysis and decision-making support.
• Communicate financial information clearly to stakeholders across the organization.
• Support cross-functional initiatives and improvements to financial systems and processes.

Skills

Senior accounting

Team leadership

Financial reporting

Budgeting forecasting

Internal controls

GST/HST knowledge

Education

Commerce degree

CPA designation

Tools

Excel

Google Workspace

Accounting software

QuickBooks Online

Job description

We're looking for a full-time Controller to lead our Accounting team at Canada Gold. Based in Ottawa's west end and reporting directly to the Managing Partner, this role oversees the organization's accounting operations, financial reporting, budgeting, internal controls, and financial processes across Canada Gold and its related businesses.

You’ll work closely with senior leadership and operational teams to provide meaningful financial insights, improve processes, and support business growth. You’ll also lead and develop the Accounting team while ensuring accurate financial reporting and effective financial controls.

We're looking for a hands‑on leader who takes initiative, builds structure, and is comfortable balancing strategic financial oversight with day‑to‑day accounting responsibilities.

What You’ll Do

• Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes, including reconciliations, consolidations, and financial statement reviews.
• Oversee accurate and timely financial reporting, management reporting, and variance analysis.
• Lead annual budgeting and periodic forecasting in collaboration with senior leadership.
• Manage external accounting relationships, year‑end engagements, and supporting documentation.
• Oversee intercompany transactions, reconciliations, and consolidated reporting across related entities.

Financial Operations & Process Improvement

• Oversee accounts payable, payment controls, inventory purchase accounting, and vendor reconciliations.
• Ensure compliance with applicable accounting standards, GST/HST requirements, and other financial filing obligations.
• Develop, implement, and maintain effective accounting policies, internal controls, and approval processes.
• Identify opportunities to improve financial processes, reporting systems, automation, and data accuracy.
• Evaluate financial risks, resolve accounting issues, and recommend practical improvements.

Payroll Oversight & Compliance

• Oversee the payroll function, ensuring accurate and timely payroll processing, reconciliations, payroll‑related remittances, year‑end reporting, and compliance with applicable employment and tax requirements across operating jurisdictions.
• Review payroll controls and reporting, partner with Human Resources on employee changes and payroll discrepancies, and provide oversight of payroll systems and service providers.
• Lead, coach, and develop the Accounting team, including delegating responsibilities and managing performance.
• Partner with the Managing Partner and operational leaders to provide financial analysis and decision‑making support.
• Communicate financial information clearly to stakeholders across the organization.
• Support cross‑functional initiatives and improvements to financial systems and processes.

What You Bring

• 7+ years of progressive accounting experience , including financial reporting and team leadership.
• University degree in Commerce, Business Administration, Accounting, or a related field.
• Completed Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) designation.
• Strong knowledge of Accounting Standards for Private Enterprises (ASPE) .
• Demonstrated experience leading financial close processes, budgeting, forecasting, and internal controls.
• Experience managing and developing accounting teams.
• Working knowledge of Canadian income tax, GST/HST, and financial reporting requirements.
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Google Workspace, and accounting software , including QuickBooks Online.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem‑solving skills with the ability to manage competing priorities.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to translate financial information into practical recommendations.
• A proactive, collaborative leadership style with a focus on improving processes and supporting business growth.
• Experience with multi‑entity accounting and consolidated financial reporting is strongly preferred.
• Experience in public accounting, retail, or manufacturing is considered an asset.

What We Offer

• $110,000–$140,000 CAD annually , based on experience and qualifications.
• Comprehensive employee benefits program.
• 3 weeks of vacation.
• Coverage of professional fees and related CPA training.
• Technology allowance to support the purchase of work‑related equipment.
• The opportunity to work closely with senior leadership and contribute to important financial and operational decisions.
• A collaborative working environment with opportunities for professional development and growth.
• The opportunity to lead and develop an Accounting team while helping shape financial processes, systems, and controls within a growing Canadian organization.

Schedule

• Full‑time position.
• In‑office position based in Ottawa’s west end.

Additional Information

Vacancy Status

This posting is for a new vacancy

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone is treated with respect and dignity. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals and make employment decisions based on merit, qualifications, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of any characteristic protected by applicable federal, provincial, or territorial human rights legislation.

Accessibility & Accommodation

We are committed to providing an accessible and inclusive recruitment process. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates participating in all stages of the hiring process. If you require accommodation, please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs.

Privacy

Personal information collected during the recruitment process will be used solely for recruitment and employment purposes and will be handled in accordance with applicable privacy legislation.

About Canada Gold

Canada Gold is a premier precious metals retailer and authorized distributor of the Royal Canadian Mint. Trusted by customers across Canada and the Pacific Northwest, we pride ourselves on delivering expert service, competitive value, and complete transparency. Driven by integrity and market expertise, we empower customers to buy and sell precious metals with confidence.

A family-owned and operated business, we are proud to have one of the highest repeat and referral rates in the industry—a testament to the transparent and dependable service our customers rely on.