Divisional Controller, Oxford

EllisDon; London; On-site; CAD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Oxford Builders Supplies Inc., now part of the EllisDon Group, seeks a Divisional Controller to lead financial reporting, budgeting and controls across the division. You will oversee month-end, year-end closes, and ensure GAAP/ASPE compliance while guiding strategic growth initiatives.

The role requires CPA designation, 5+ years of accounting leadership, and strong Excel skills. A proactive, detail-focused leader will thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• CPA designation required; ASPE and IFRS experience preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of progressive accounting experience.
• Public accounting experience is an asset.
• Proven leadership and mentoring capabilities.
• Strong computer skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Financial Leadership & Reporting: lead AR/AP, sales tax & accounting.
• Budgeting, forecasting & analysis to guide leadership.
• Internal controls, compliance & audits management.
• Systems, processes & expansion through tech integration.
• Capital & asset management: capex, assets, inventory controls.
• Strategic leadership & partnership with executive team.
• People leadership: train, mentor and develop the accounting team.

Skills

CPA designation

Advanced Excel

Strong accounting

Detail oriented

Team leadership

Education

CPA designation

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

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Oxford Builders Supplies Inc. joined the EllisDon Group as our full-service equipment and maintenance division. We are a full-service equipment and maintenance supplier, providing a broad range of new and used equipment to the construction industry. Tower cranes, construction hoists, scaffolding, safety fence, concrete formwork, architectural specialties along with numerous other construction necessities. Oxford Builders Supplies is committed to providing the industry with the best quality equipment and excellent service.

Since the formation of Oxford Builders Supplies in 1960, it has been our goal to provide exceptional customer service and low prices on safe and reliable equipment to the construction industry. But not only do we offer great new and used equipment, our skilled personnel are highly trained and very dedicated to providing you with the tools needed to satisfy all your job requirements. In addition, our staff can quickly and efficiently train your employees to use our equipment.

Since the formation of Oxford Builders Supplies in 1960, it has been our goal to provide exceptional customer service and low prices on safe and reliable equipment to the construction industry. But not only do we offer great new and used equipment, our skilled personnel are highly trained and very dedicated to providing you with the tools needed to satisfy all your job requirements. In addition, our staff can quickly and efficiently train your employees to use our equipment.

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You As a Divisional Controller, Oxford Will

• Financial Leadership & Reporting
  • Lead the accounting departments (Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, Sales Tax, and Accounting).
  • Prepare Oxford Builders’ financial statements and consolidated reporting for Head Office.
  • Ensure compliance with GAAP (ASPE), corporate policies, and external audit requirements.
  • Oversee month end and year end close processes.
• Budgeting, Forecasting & Analysis
  • Lead annual budgeting and forecasting processes.
  • Provide variance analysis, financial insights, and strategic recommendations to senior leadership.
  • Conduct financial analysis to support decision making, capital investments, and growth opportunities.
• Internal Controls & Compliance
  • Develop, implement, and monitor internal controls, policies, and accounting procedures
  • Manage and oversee external audits and government reporting requirements.
  • Ensure adherence to sales tax legislation, and reporting other reporting requirements.
• Systems, Processes & Expansion
  • Implement accounting system changes and improve existing processes.
  • Partner with operations leadership to integrate technology and reporting tools across departments.
• Capital & Asset Management
  • Manage capital expenditures, fixed assets, and inventory controls.
  • Monitor cash flow and financial risk management.
• Strategic Leadership & Partnership
  • Provide financial and strategic input on business planning, operations, and growth initiatives.
• People Leadership
  • Manage, train, mentor, and develop a growing accounting team.
  • Foster a high performance, collaborative team culture.

Is this the right role for you?

• You have a minimum of 5 years of progressive and relevant experience.
• You hold a CPA designation.
• You have a strong accounting background, with in-depth experience in ASPE and/or IFRS
• Public accounting experience is an asset.
• You possess strong computer skills, including Microsoft Excel.
• You are a well-organized, proactive and detail oriented individual able to self-manage and work as part of a team in a dynamic fast paced environment.
• You are a highly technical accountant that has strong attention to detail and can offer process improvements and innovative solutions.
• The salary range for this role is $110,000 - $150,000.

EllisDon is proud to provide this unique career opportunity that provides continuous learning, opportunity for growth, and a competitive compensation package within an environment that is committed to inclusion and respects diversity.

Go ahead and be yourself. We'll pay you for it!

We are an equal opportunity employer. We welcome people of any age, culture, subculture, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, nationality, ethnicity, race, size, mental or physical status, veteran status, religion, language, political opinion, working-style preference, family status, education, and socio-economic status. The EllisDon core values of Integrity and Mutual Respect welcomes everyone, at work and in the community, and our value of Mutual Accountability, means that we all have a role to play. As an EllisDon employee, this will ultimately be your commitment to Inclusive Diversity.

Accommodation for Applicants with disabilities will be made during the recruitment process when requested.

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