Cost Controller

ISG Search Inc; Toronto; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Career growth

Work-life balance

Exposure to large projects

Job summary

ISG Search Inc. is assisting a respected Toronto-area construction company in recruiting a senior Cost Controller to lead cost management across large-scale projects. You will oversee a cost control team and implement robust reporting frameworks, delivering thorough variance analyses to drive financial performance.

Work with Project Managers and Construction Managers to optimize contingency planning, streamline dashboards, and present KPIs to senior leadership to support strategic decisions.

Qualifications

• Leading cost control team with project accountants and billing admins.
• Developing cost management systems and reporting frameworks.
• Delivering detailed financial reporting on overheads, budgets, forecasts, variances, risks, and cash flow.

Responsibilities

• Leading a cost control team across multiple projects.
• Developing and implementing cost management systems and reporting frameworks.
• Delivering detailed financial reporting and variance analysis.
• Collaborating with PMs/CMs to assess risks and contingency strategies.
• Streamlining reporting dashboards for forecasting.
• Supporting contract management by tracking changes and recommending improvements.
• Presenting KPIs to senior leadership.
• Interpreting financial statements to guide decisions.

Skills

Leadership

Financial analysis

Cost control

Reporting

Communication

Education

Accounting designation

Job description

Salary: CAD90000 - CAD100000 per year

Job Title:

Cost Controller

Our Client:

A highly respected and fast-growing construction organization that has achieved major milestones over the past decade. They are committed to innovation, sustainability, and large-scale projects that positively impact both the community and the industry.

Principal tasks and responsibilities include:

• Leading and mentoring a cost control team, including project accountants and billing administrators.


• Developing and implementing cost management systems and reporting frameworks aligned with company policies.


• Delivering detailed financial reporting and analysis on overhead costs, budgets, forecasts, variances, risks, opportunities, and cash flow — with actionable recommendations.


• Collaborating with Project Managers and Construction Managers to assess project risks and optimize contingency strategies.


• Streamlining processes and building dashboards to improve reporting and forecasting.


• Supporting contract management by tracking approved and unapproved changes and recommending financial improvements.


• Establishing and presenting key performance metrics to senior leadership.


• Interpreting and analyzing financial statements to guide stakeholders through critical data for decision-making.


• Creating and implementing controls to mitigate risks across long-term projects.

Qualifications and pre-requisites:

• A recognized accounting designation or a degree in finance.


• 5+ years of progressive financial accounting and reporting experience, ideally within the construction sector.


• Strong analytical skills with the ability to identify risks and present actionable recommendations.


• Knowledge of quality assurance, auditing practices, and financial data analysis.


• Leadership skills with proven ability to drive adherence to financial and cost control protocols.


• Proficiency in governance and risk management strategies in project settings.


• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.


• Strong presentation and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with PMs, CMs, and senior leadership.

Additional information or perks:

• Salary range: CA$90,000 – CA$100,000


• Comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, and wellness programs.


• Business casual dress code and a culture that supports work-life balance.


• Career growth opportunities within a progressive and expanding organization.


• Collaborative, innovative environment with exposure to large-scale, impactful projects.