Controller (3 Month Contract)

Vaco by Highspring; Calgary; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary bonuses

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401(k) retirement plan

Job summary

Vaco, on behalf of our client in Calgary, is seeking an experienced Controller for a three-month contract with a potential extension. You will lead month-end, quarter-end and year-end closes, oversee the entire accounting cycle, and coordinate the external audit to ensure smooth, accurate reporting.

The role requires 10+ years in accounting, at least 2 years as a controller, strong ERP and Excel skills, CPA preferred, and experience with large-scale reporting.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of progressive accounting experience
• 2+ years as a controller
• Strong with ERP systems; system implementation experience is highly preferred
• Comfortable in a fast-paced environment
• High competency in Excel and financial reporting

Responsibilities

• Lead all month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close activities
• Oversee the full-cycle accounting function (GL, AP, payroll, reconciliations)
• Manage annual external audit and liaise with auditors
• Prepare quarterly lender reporting and debt covenant calculations
• Lead CRM data/ERP post-implementation reconciliations and reporting
• Lead accounting integration for acquisitions and monthly management reporting
• Support SR&ED reporting and related documentation
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards, tax regulations, and internal controls
• Mentor and develop the accounting team
• Coordinate audits and liaise with external stakeholders

Skills

10+ years accounting

2+ years as controller

ERP systems proficiency

Excel proficiency

Education

CPA designation or equivalent

Tools

Vantage Point

ERP systems

Excel

Job description

Our client is seeking a Controller for a 3-month contract, with the possibility of an extension.

About the Opportunity

• Lead all month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close activities, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting.
• Oversee the full-cycle accounting function, including general ledger, accounts payable, payroll, account reconciliations, and financial controls.
• Manage and coordinate the annual external audit, acting as the primary liaison with auditors and ensuring a smooth and efficient process.
• Prepare and support quarterly lender reporting, including debt covenant calculations, compliance reviews, and banking relationship management.
• Validate and reconcile historical financial data following ERP implementation and lead the development of financial reporting processes within the new system.
• Lead the accounting integration and financial reporting requirements associated with an acquisition.
• Prepare monthly management reporting packages, including variance analysis, KPI reporting, and executive-level financial insights.
• Support the preparation and coordination of Scientific Research & Experimental Development (SR&ED) reporting and related documentation.
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards, tax regulations, and internal controls.
• Lead, mentor, and develop the accounting team.
• Support audits and liaise with external stakeholders.

About You

• 10+ years of progressive accounting experience, with at least 2 years as a controller
• Strong with ERP systems. System implementation experience is highly preferred
• Comfortable in a fast-paced environment
• High competency in excel
• CPA designation or equivalent is highly preferred
• Experience with Vantage Point is an asset but not required

You must currently reside within the Calgary area and be permitted to work in Canada.

The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, and can participate in medical, dental, and vision benefits as well as the company’s 401(k) retirement plan.