Controller

White Spot; Richmond; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A mid-sized private organization in Canada is seeking an experienced Controller to lead the re-establishment of accounting systems. This six-month contract offers remuneration of $60–$70/hour with the potential for a permanent position. Ideal candidates will have significant experience in finance management and strong technical skills in accounting systems. Eligible candidates in Canada will be prioritized.

Qualifications

• Significant experience as a hands-on Controller or Senior Finance Manager.
• Familiarity with small-to-mid market accounting systems.
• Proven ability to operate with incomplete historical data.

Responsibilities

• Assess the current accounting environment and rebuild essential systems.
• Deliver timely and accurate financial statements.
• Manage a clean chart of accounts.

Skills

Hands-on controller experience

Strong technical accounting skills

Excellent communication skills

Ability to operate in limited structure

Tools

Sage 50

Sage 300

Job description

Horizon Recruitmentis supporting a mid-sized private organization undergoing operational transition and financial restructuring. Our client is seeking a hands-on, detail-orientedControllerto lead the re-establishment of core accounting systems and restore confidence in financial reporting. The company is emerging from a complex period involving system and leadership changes, and this role will play a key part in stabilizing and modernizing finance operations.

This is a six-month contract position with strong potential to convert to a permanent leadership role.

Responsibilities:

• Assess the current accounting environment and rebuild foundational systems and processes
• Deliver timely, accurate monthly financial statements and department-level reporting
• Reconstruct and manage a clean chart of accounts using Sage 50 (with legacy data from Sage 300)
• Oversee cash management, compliance, and internal controls
• Collaborate with operational managers to support budget planning and forecasting
• Serve as a key business partner to executive leadership and ownership
• Prepare the organization for future systems upgrades and business planning cycles

Requirements:

• Significant experience as a hands-on Controller or Senior Finance Manager in a change-oriented environment
• Strong technical accounting skills and familiarity with small-to-mid market accounting systems
• Proven ability to operate in environments with limited structure and incomplete historical data
• Excellent communication skills and ability to interface with senior leadership and cross-functional teams
• Hospitality or multi-site experience is an asset but not required

Remuneration:

• $60–$70/hour contract (approx. $120K–$135K annualized equivalent)
• 6-month term with strong potential to convert to a permanent salaried role with bonus

**Only candidates eligible to work in Canada will be considered**

Horizon Recruitment Inc. is a specialized recruitment and search firm with two complimentary practice areas:Finance & Supply Chain