Controller | Hybrid, CPA, IFRS Expert, Budget & Close Lead

LRO Staffing; Ottawa; Hybrid; CAD 83,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

LRO Staffing is seeking a Controller in Central Ottawa for a contract role with potential for permanent hire. The incumbent will oversee the accounting function, ensure IFRS-compliant reporting, and drive month-end close and financial statements under a hybrid work model.

The ideal candidate holds an active CPA designation, has 5+ years of public-company accounting experience, and leads teams with strong English communication and attention to detail.

Qualifications

• Active CPA designation
• 5+ years accounting & finance experience in a public company
• IFRS experience
• 3+ years leadership of an accounting team
• Strong English communication
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail
• Collaborative and self-starter

Responsibilities

• Provide accurate financial reporting to internal and external stakeholders in a timely manner (IFRS mandatory)
• Production of financial statements
• Coordinate and prepare budget and financial forecasts
• Variance analysis and ad hoc analysis as needed
• Prepare Month and Year End close for appropriate department
• Ensure compliance to reporting standards, including investor reporting packages
• Institute and maintain internal controls
• Communicate with senior management on all finance-related strategies
• Oversee accounting team to ensure accuracy and timely submissions, provide mentorship and training

Skills

IFRS experience

Leadership

Communication

Attention to detail

Education

CPA Designation

Job description

LRO Staffing is seeking a Controller in Central Ottawa for a contract role with potential for permanent hire. The incumbent will oversee the accounting function, ensure IFRS-compliant reporting, and drive month-end close and financial statements under a hybrid work model.

The ideal candidate holds an active CPA designation, has 5+ years of public-company accounting experience, and leads teams with strong English communication and attention to detail.