Controller (Hybrid)

Elby Professional Recruitment; Kitchener; Hybrid; CAD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

3 weeks vacation

Health benefits

RSP matching

Hybrid work arrangement (KW)

Job summary

Elby Professional Recruitment is assisting a construction client in Kitchener-Waterloo, ON, to hire a driven Controller who will lead finance operations and manage a three-person team. The role focuses on financial reporting, AP oversight, and coordinating a major ERP transition.

The ideal candidate brings CPA credentials, 7+ years in finance, and strong construction experience, with hands-on ERP project involvement. Hybrid work in KW is offered with competitive compensation and benefits.

Qualifications

• CPA required
• 7+ years of experience in an accounting or finance department
• 2+ years managing a team
• Strong construction experience, including understanding holdbacks
• Experience with ERP transitions and construction ERPs like Sage, Timberline, or Jonas

Responsibilities

• Lead all finance operations and manage a team of three.
• Lead complex construction-based finance activities and collaborate closely with construction teams.
• Oversee accounts payable and approve payments.
• Manage month-end, year-end, and quarter-end processes, and financial reporting.
• Play a key role in an upcoming ERP transition.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

ERP project experience

Education

CPA Certification

Tools

Sage

Timberline

Jonas

Job description

Our construction client is seeking a driven and detail-oriented Controller to lead their finance operations and manage a team of three. This is a great opportunity for a professional who thrives in a dynamic environment, enjoys leading a team, and wants to play a pivotal role in financial strategy and operational excellence. This role offers the chance to expand your expertise, gain hands-on experience with significant ERP transitions, and work directly with the leader of the finance department. You will be instrumental in overseeing accounts payable, approving payments, and managing all month-end, year-end, and quarter-end processes, including financial reporting.

Work Arrangement: Hybrid in Kitchener-Waterloo,ON

What our client has to offer:

• Excellent compensation package including 3 weeks vacation, health benefits, and RSP matching.
• A flexible work schedule, encouraging managers to be in the office three times a week
• The opportunity to lead a team of three finance professionals
• Energetic and collaborative culture.

Responsibilities:

• Lead all finance operations and manage a team of three.
• Lead complex construction-based finance activities and collaborate closely with construction teams.
• Oversee accounts payable department and approve payments.
• Manage month-end, year-end, and quarter-end processes, as well as all financial reporting.
• Play a key role in an upcoming ERP transition.

Qualifications:

• CPA Required
• 7+ years of experience in an accounting or finance department, with 2+ years managing a team.
• Strong construction experience, including understanding holdbacks
• Experience with ERP transitions and construction ERPs like Sage, Timberline, or Jonas.

This posting is for an open vacancy currently available within our client's organization.

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

To be eligible for this role, you must be legally eligible to work in Canada.

Please note that we use AI tools as part of our recruitment process to enhance efficiency and improve candidate experience.

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