Corporate Controller

Sideworxconnect; Calgary; On-site; CAD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Leadership role

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Sideworx Connect, a growing staffing and logistics company in Calgary, seeks a Corporate Controller to lead accounting, payroll, and financial reporting while providing strategic financial insight to leadership.

The role covers full-cycle accounting, budgeting, cash flow, and cross-functional collaboration with operations and HR to align financial strategy with business goals. CPA preferred; 5+ years in accounting with leadership is ideal.

Qualifications

• CPA designation strongly preferred.
• Post-secondary education in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience with leadership.
• Experience in staffing, construction, logistics, or labour-intensive industries is a plus.
• Strong knowledge of Canadian and U.S. payroll, tax compliance, and financial reporting.
• Experience with accounting systems (QuickBooks or similar).

Responsibilities

• Own the full-cycle accounting process, including month-end and year-end close.
• Prepare accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with GAAP.
• Oversee payroll accounting in a high-volume staffing environment.
• Ensure accurate statutory remittances and government filings (HST, payroll taxes, T4s, ROEs).
• Lead annual budgeting and ongoing forecasting with executive leadership.
• Analyze labour costs, gross margins, and profitability by client/contract/region.
• Develop internal controls and optimize ERP systems and reporting.

Skills

CPA designation

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

Post-secondary education in Accounting or Finance

Tools

ERP systems

QuickBooks

Job description

Corporate Controller

Location: Calgary, AB
Type: Full-Time
Start Date: As soon as possible

Sideworx Connect is a growing staffing and logistics company providing workforce solutions across Western Canada. Operating in a high-volume, fast-paced environment, we support clients across multiple industries with a focus on reliability, compliance, and operational excellence. As we continue to scale, we are seeking an experienced Corporate Controller to lead our accounting, payroll, and financial reporting functions while providing strategic financial insight to leadership.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Reporting & Accounting

• Own the full-cycle accounting process, including month-end and year-end close

• Prepare accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with GAAP

• Maintain integrity of the general ledger, trial balances, and all balance sheet and income statement accounts

• Ensure timely and accurate account reconciliations; investigate and resolve discrepancies promptly

• Support year-end audit processes and act as the primary liaison with external accountants and advisors

Payroll, Compliance & Government Filings

• Oversee payroll accounting and reporting in a high-volume staffing environment

• Ensure accurate and timely statutory remittances and government filings, including HST, payroll taxes, T4s, ROEs

• Act as backup support for payroll processing when required

• Ensure compliance with all applicable federal and provincial legislation and employment standards

Budgeting, Forecasting & Financial Analysis

• Lead the annual budgeting process and ongoing forecasting in partnership with executive leadership

• Prepare cash flow forecasts and weekly cash reporting

• Analyze labour costs, gross margins, and profitability by client, contract, division, or region

• Provide actionable financial insights to support pricing strategies, staffing models, and operational decision-making

Cash Flow, Banking & Working Capital

• Monitor cash flow, working capital, and collections to support ongoing operations and growth

• Oversee accounts receivable and accounts payable processes

• Maintain banking relationships and support financing arrangements, covenant reporting, and lender requirements as needed

Systems, Controls & Process Improvement

• Develop, maintain, and continuously improve internal controls, accounting policies, and financial procedures

• Lead or support accounting system optimization, ERP upgrades, and reporting enhancements

• Identify and implement opportunities to improve efficiency, accuracy, and scalability as the business grows

Leadership & Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Lead, mentor, and develop the accounting and payroll team

• Review work, provide guidance, and ensure adherence to strong internal controls and best practices

• Collaborate closely with operations, HR, dispatch, and executive leadership to align financial strategy with business objectives

Qualifications & Experience

• CPA designation strongly preferred

• Post-secondary education in Accounting, Finance, or a related field

• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, including leadership responsibility

• Experience in staffing, construction, logistics, or other labour-intensive industries considered a strong asset

• Strong knowledge of Canadian and U.S. payroll, tax compliance, and financial reporting

• Experience with accounting systems (QuickBooks or similar; ERP experience an asset)

• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and operate in a fast-paced environment

• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation commensurate with experience

• Benefits package

• Opportunity to play a key leadership role in a growing organization

• Collaborative, entrepreneurial work environment

• Professional growth and long-term career development opportunities

• Clear communicator who can partner effectively with non-finance teams