Controller

AES-Engineering; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 110,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

RRSP matching

Extended medical and dental benefits

Health spending account

Career development and growth

Job summary

AES Engineering in Vancouver is seeking an experienced Controller to lead a small finance team on a 15-month contract. Reporting to the Director of Finance, you will oversee day-to-day accounting, ensure accurate financial reporting, and support executive decision-making through strong internal controls.

This hands-on role requires a solid accounting background, staff mentorship, and the ability to manage budgets, forecasts, and profitability for a dynamic organization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required.
• CPA designation required or pending certification.
• Minimum seven years of accounting experience, with at least three in a senior/supervisory role.
• Experience in a project-based environment preferred.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and regulations.
• Proficiency with ADP, Excel, and related financial software.

Responsibilities

• Manage, mentor, and train a small internal finance and accounting team.
• Oversee full-cycle accounting and timely monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Coordinate budgets, cash flow forecasts, and variance analysis.
• Strengthen internal controls and financial systems.
• Coordinate year-end work with external accounting firms and tax advisors.
• Supervise AR, AP, invoicing, and collections with sales/project teams.
• Deliver accurate financial statements to inform leadership decisions.
• Ensure profitability and support new initiatives and strategies.

Skills

Financial analysis

Team leadership

Payroll

Communication

Audit & controls

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

CPA designation

Tools

ADP

Excel

VantagePoint

Job description

About AES Engineering

AES is a group of problem solvers, who collectively come together to work on electrical engineering, lighting projects, and technology systems for buildings and infrastructure projects. We are passionate team players who see the “bigger picture” and work together to impact our communities and enhance the lives of those living in them. Collectively, we all work to help design a better tomorrow.

Over the past 24 years, AES has attracted many innovative minds to work on complex, challenging, and exciting projects. Attracting the right talent has helped us with the quality of our projects, and we have been able to build our reputation for providing award-winning designs.

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Controller to join our Vancouver office for a 15-month contract. Reporting directly to the Director of Finance, the Controller will oversee the day-to-day accounting and financial operations while mentoring a talented group of accounting professionals.

This is a hands-on role where you will ensure the accuracy of financial reporting, manage internal controls, and provide actionable insights to support executive decision-making. This is an exciting opportunity for someone with a strong accounting background who is looking to contribute to the financial health of a dynamic organization.

Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Manage, mentor, and train a small internal finance and accounting team.
• Oversee full-cycle accounting, ensuring accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Coordinate annual operating budgets, cash flow forecasts, and variance analysis.
• Strengthen financial systems, internal controls, and administrative workflows.
• Manage year-end working papers and coordinate smoothly with external accounting firms and tax advisors.
• Oversee, maintain, and update financial records, including ledgers, journals, and accounts payable/receivable.
• Supervise AR processes, ensuring accurate billing, collections, and timely follow-up on overdue accounts. Work closely with the sales and project teams to ensure accurate invoicing and resolve any discrepancies.
• Deliver timely and accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements that help leadership make informed decisions.
• Ensure optimal profitability for the company.
• Participate in special projects and provide accounting support for new initiatives and business strategies.

Our Must Haves:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• CPA designation.
• Minimum of seven years of experience in accounting, with at least three years in a senior or supervisory role.
• Experience working in a project-based environment is highly preferred.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial regulations.
• Proficiency using project-based software, ADP, and advanced Excel skills.
• High attention to detail and accuracy, with excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Strong organizational and time-management abilities, with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to present complex financial information to non-financial stakeholders.
• Knowledge of payroll processes and procedures.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.

Nice to Have

• Experience in implementing ERP
• Experience using VantagePoint

Compensation: $110,000 - $120,000 (Depending on experience)

Why Join AES Engineering?

• RRSP matching.
• Extended medical and dental benefits.
• Health wellness spending account.
• Opportunity for career development and professional growth.
• A collaborative work environment that encourages innovation and teamwork.