Construction Controller

Reimar Construction; Hamilton; Remote; CAD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction company is seeking a full-time Controller to oversee financial operations. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's Degree in Accounting and 5+ years of experience in construction accounting. This remote position requires strong leadership, problem-solving skills, and proficiency in financial software. Responsibilities include preparing financial reports, managing budgets, and ensuring compliance with accounting practices.

Benefits

Competitive compensation package

Benefits included

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of service in commercial/residential development or construction.
• Superior knowledge of accounting practices in real estate development.
• In-depth experience with Excel and financial software.

Responsibilities

• Prepare financial analysis and reports for senior leaders.
• Monitor AP/AR/GL & Bank continuously.
• Coordinate accounting, budgeting, tax, and financial operations.

Skills

Leadership

Problem-solving

Communication

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting

Tools

Excel

Financial monitoring software

Job description

At Reimar Construction, we have paved the way for concrete forming, bridging the gap between design and construction and providing the highest quality of customer service along the way. With twenty years of building communities, our rich history is grounded in three guiding principles : bringing in good people, delivering on time and building communities.

Our company is seeking a full-time Controller with 5+ years of residential and commercial development / construction accounting experience, responsible for preparing company financial statements, monthly project draws and cashflows, GL, cost accounting, payroll, accounts payable, accounts receivable, budgeting, tax compliance, and other analyses.

This is a remote position with on-site availability as needed, which offers a competitive compensation package that includes benefits.

Reporting to the General Manager and Director of Operations, this role will be responsible for :

• Prepare financial analysis and reports to support senior leaders' decision-making.
• Monitor AP / AR / GL & Bank on continuous basis.
• Troubleshoot payables & receivables issues at the recording or financial level.
• Approve invoices related to commissions and financing costs and ensuring invoicing and budgets are tracked.
• Coordinate accounting, budgeting, tax, and other financial operations to prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting.
• Report to the General Manager and Director of Operations on all activities related to control and reporting for all development processes, and interface with all internal divisions of the company and partners' senior management within the organization.
• Implement internal controls, oversee functions for all accounting roles, conduct performance reviews, define role job descriptions and SOPs, and ensure cross-training.
• Assist the General Manager and Director of Operations in preparing budgets, cash flows, and financial reports required for development projects.
• Develop project projections, cash flows, and proformas.
• Perform additional assignments as per senior leadership direction.

The successful candidate will have :

• A four-year Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting.
• Minimum 5 years of service in either commercial / residential development and / or construction GC or Subtrade experience.
• Superior knowledge of accounting practices as applied to real estate development, property management, cash flow forecasting, consolidated financial statements, management reporting, and taxes.
• Strong leadership and problem-solving skills.
• Proven ability to manage people and organizational planning and capabilities.
• Excellent communication skills – oral and written.
• Proven ability to perform under pressure and meet deadlines and company goals.
• Ability to multitask in an accurate and timely manner.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to support computer systems and keep up with software technology in the construction and development industry.
• In-depth experience with Excel and other financial monitoring and accounting software.

We appreciate all who express interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 and the Ontario Human Rights Code, our client will provide accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment, selection, and / or assessment process. Please inform the recruiter of the nature of any accommodation(s) that you may require.