Finance Controller – PFN Group of Companies

Pro Metal Industries Ltd; Regina; Hybrid; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

PFN Group of Companies is seeking a Finance Controller in Regina, Saskatchewan. The role entails overseeing all financial operations, ensuring accurate financial reporting, and improving accounting processes. Candidates should have 7+ years' experience in accounting with a CPA designation preferred. This position offers the opportunity to shape the accounting department's transition during growth phases, along with a competitive benefits package. Interested candidates can apply via email by May 22, 2026.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of full-cycle accounting experience, including financial statement preparation.
• Strong communication and mentorship skills for accounting staff.
• Experience presenting financial information to management.

Responsibilities

• Oversee accounting and reporting for Pro Metal, Paskwa Farms and PFN Group.
• Manage payroll, accounts payable, and accounts receivable functions.
• Prepare monthly financial statements and external reports.

Skills

Strategic and analytical thinking

Excellent communication skills

Detail-oriented

Ability to manage complexity

Alignment with Indigenous economic development

Education

CPA designation

7+ years of full-cycle accounting experience

3+ years management experience in an SME

Advanced Microsoft Excel skills

Tools

ERP and accounting systems

Job description

Finance Controller – PFN Group of Companies

Location: Regina, Saskatchewan
Employment Type: Full Time
Reports To: Chief Operating Officer

Company Overview

PFN Group of Companies Inc. is a Pasqua First Nation–owned economic development corporation holding a diversified portfolio of operating businesses across defense and aerospace manufacturing, agriculture, and strategic investments.

PFN Group’s companies play a critical role in supporting long‑term economic sustainability, governance excellence, and reinvestment for the Nation.

PFN Group is committed to strong financial stewardship, transparency, and building institutional capacity that supports self‑determination and community prosperity.

Position Overview

The Controller is a senior financial leader responsible for overseeing the financial operations, reporting, and controls across PFN Group of Companies and its subsidiaries. This role works closely with Executive Leadership, operating company management, and external advisors to ensure accurate financial reporting, sound internal controls, effective cash management, and strategic financial insight.

This is an exciting opportunity to influence how PFN restructures its accounting departments and reports as it enters the next phase of growth.

The Controller supports board reporting, audits, forecasting, and long‑term financial planning in line with PFN Group’s governance structure and reinvestment mandate.

Responsibilities

• Direct responsibility for accounting and reporting for Pro Metal, Paskwa Farms and PFN Group of Companies.
• Manage and oversee payroll, accounts payable, and accounts receivable functions.
• Ensure accurate and timely financial information.
• Maintain and continuously improve accounting systems, processes and policies.
• Prepare monthly financial statements, working papers and external reporting to banks, government institutions, and other stakeholders.
• Ensure all government filings (e.g., GST, PST, WCB) are completed on time.
• Collect receivables in accordance with company standards.
• Maintain current budgeting and forecasting models on a monthly basis.
• Provide financial information and analysis to support operational decisions.
• Produce weekly cash‑flow reports and 10‑week rolling forecasts.
• Deliver weekly key performance indicator reporting to management.
• Analyze departmental profitability and feasibility.
• Improve operations profitability through business advice and solutions.
• Ensure all physical backup documentation is organized and supports financial information.
• Hire, train, supervise, and mentor accounting and purchasing staff.
• Assist in grant application completion and reporting.
• Coordinate with external auditors at year‑end and ensure documentation is in order.

Core Competencies

• Strategic and analytical thinker.
• High level of integrity, discretion, and accountability.
• Strong communication skills – able to explain financial information to non‑financial leaders.
• Detail‑oriented with the ability to manage complexity across multiple entities.
• Alignment with Indigenous economic development and long‑term Nation‑building objectives.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of full‑cycle accounting experience including financial statement preparation and management presentation.
• CPA designation preferred.
• Excellent communication and mentorship skills for accounting staff.
• Experience presenting to management and participating in strategic financial sessions.
• 3+ years of management experience in an SME accounting department.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Experience with Board of Directors and Executive reporting.
• Proficiency in ERP and accounting systems.
• Manufacturing accounting experience is an asset.
• Ability to see the big picture and contribute to overall business operations and strategic planning.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• Canadian citizenship or permanent residency.
• Pass a security assessment and provide a criminal record check due to Pro Metal’s defense Controlled Goods designation.

Direct Reports

• Intermediate accounting staff.

How to Apply

Email your cover letter and resume to [e-mail] by Friday, May 22, 2026. Only candidates authorized to work in Canada and selected for an interview will be contacted.