Corporate Controller

MNP Executive Search & Professional Recruitment; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 120,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus potential

RRSP matching

Comprehensive benefits package

Vacation

Job summary

The Precast Group in Ottawa, Ontario is seeking a Corporate Controller to oversee the controllership across its manufacturing entities. Reporting to the CFO, you will strengthen financial processes, manage accounting, and provide reliable financial reporting to senior leadership.

The ideal candidate has a CPA designation with 8–12 years of progressive accounting experience, hands‑on ASPE knowledge, and experience in manufacturing or construction settings.

Qualifications

• CPA designation required with 8–12+ years of progressive accounting experience.
• Experience as Controller or senior finance leader across multiple entities.
• Strong ASPE knowledge and technical accounting expertise.

Responsibilities

• Oversee accounting, financial reporting, and control activities across multiple companies.
• Lead year-end engagements with external accountants.
• Oversee product costing, inventory valuation, and depreciation.
• Analyze variances and support margin management with plant leaders.
• Strengthen internal controls and financial policies.
• Support tax, statutory, and regulatory reporting obligations.
• Collaborate with CFO on budgeting, forecasting, cash flow and working capital.
• Lead and develop accounting teams across locations.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Financial analysis

Variance analysis

Strategic thinking

Education

Degree/ diploma in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration

CPA designation

Tools

Microsoft Dynamics Business Central

ERP systems

Job description

Established in 1956, Central Precast began manufacturing precast concrete products for the general construction industry. Over time, its products and operations expanded to include landscaping and utility products, manholes, concrete poles, steps, barriers, and architectural panels. This growth led to the formation of The Precast Group, which includes three manufacturing companies: Central Precast Inc., MCON Products Inc., and Utility Structures Inc. As the organization continues to grow, it remains committed to preserving the family-oriented culture, trusted relationships, and practical approach that have contributed to its success. With quality, service, and workplace safety at the forefront, The Precast Group is looking for a full-time, permanent Corporate Controller to support its three locations in the Ottawa area.

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced finance leader to oversee the controllership function across multiple manufacturing entities, strengthen financial processes, and become a trusted partner to operational and senior leadership.

YOUR DAY TO DAY

Reporting to the CFO, the Corporate Controller will oversee accounting, financial reporting, and control activities across multiple companies. Initially focused on core controllership responsibilities, this position offers the opportunity to progressively take on broader financial leadership responsibilities as the successful candidate develops a strong understanding of the businesses and demonstrates readiness for expanded scope.

• Serve as the primary liaison with external accountants during year-end engagements.
• Oversee product costing, inventory valuation, work in progress, cost of goods sold, capital assets, and depreciation.
• Analyse production and operational variances in partnership with plant leadership.
• Provide meaningful financial insights to support margin management, operational performance, and informed decision-making.
• Maintain and enhance internal controls, financial policies, and procedures.
• Support compliance with tax, statutory, and regulatory requirements, including corporate income tax, HST, payroll, and related reporting.
• Strengthen financial processes to support the organization’s continued growth and long-term scalability.
• Lead, mentor, and develop accounting team members across multiple locations.
• Partner with the CFO on budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, and working capital.
• Support relationships with financial institutions and contribute to capital investment decisions.
• Participate in strategic initiatives, including system improvements, expansions, and potential acquisitions.
• Collaborate with department leaders to identify and develop relevant training programmes.
• Gradually assume broader organization-wide financial responsibilities based on demonstrated performance, leadership maturity, business understanding, and readiness.

What You Bring

• Degree or diploma in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
• CPA designation is required.
• Approximately 8 to 12 or more years of progressive accounting and finance experience.
• Previous experience as a Controller, Corporate Controller, Director of Finance, or in a comparable senior financial leadership position.
• Strong technical accounting knowledge, including hands‑on experience with Accounting Standards for Private Enterprises.
• Experience working in manufacturing, construction, industrial, or another operationally focused environment.
• Knowledge of manufacturing and cost accounting, including inventory, work in progress, costing, and operational variance analysis.
• Experience supporting multiple companies or legal entities.
• Public accounting, audit, or assurance experience combined with industry experience is considered an asset.
• Demonstrated ability to lead teams and work effectively across departments.
• Experience with large ERP systems; Microsoft Dynamics Business Central experience is considered a strong asset.

Who You Are

You are a collaborative leader who leads by example and is known for your integrity, professionalism, and sound judgement. You take the time to understand people, processes, and culture before implementing change. You excel at building strong working relationships and are comfortable partnering with stakeholders at all levels of the organization. You bring the maturity and confidence to challenge ideas when necessary while maintaining a respectful and team-oriented approach. Most importantly, you are looking for a long‑term opportunity where you can make a meaningful impact and grow alongside an established organization.

WHY JOIN CENTRAL PRECAST?

• Join a respected organization with over 70 years of industry success.
• Work closely with senior leadership and influence strategic business decisions.
• Lead a talented finance team supporting multiple operating companies.
• Opportunity to drive continuous improvement and operational excellence.
• Competitive compensation package including bonus potential, RRSP matching, benefits, and paid vacation.
• Long‑term career opportunity with the ability to assume increasing responsibility as part of the organization's succession planning strategy.

COMPENSATION & LOCATION

• Salary Range: $120,000 - $140,000
• Location: Ottawa, ON
• Work Arrangement: Full-Time, Onsite
• Benefits: Bonus opportunity, RRSP matching, comprehensive benefits package, and vacation.

We are committed to creating an inclusive, accessible workplace in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Accommodations are available upon request for candidates during all aspects of the recruitment and selection process. If you require accommodation, please contact us at [e-mail] to discuss your needs.