Finance Director - Controller | Directeur (ice) Financier (e) - Contrôleur (se) (Hydropower)

Potenco; Montreal; Hybrid; CAD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in hydropower is seeking a Financial Controller to join their dynamic team. This role is pivotal in overseeing financial systems, managing banking and investment relations, and ensuring compliance with tax regulations. The ideal candidate will bring over a decade of accounting expertise, including significant experience as a Controller, and will play a key role in strategic planning and risk mitigation. With a hybrid work model and the opportunity to work closely with industry partners, this position promises a rewarding career path in a collaborative environment focused on innovation and growth.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of accounting experience with 5+ as a Controller.
• Strong knowledge of IFRS and risk management practices.

Responsibilities

• Oversee financial data, reporting, and audits ensuring IFRS compliance.
• Guide financial planning, manage cash flow, and support strategic decisions.

Skills

Financial Analysis

Risk Management

IFRS Compliance

Cash Flow Management

Bilingual (FR/EN)

Accounting Practices

Education

CPA designation

Bachelor's in Accounting

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Job Description: Financial Controller

Our client is a growing key player in hydropower. Strong relationships with industry partners and passionate collaboration are central to their success.

Reporting to the General Manager, the Controller is a strategic partner and management committee member. Key duties include:

• Oversee and update financial systems
• Manage banking, investment, and insurance relations
• Identify and mitigate financial risks

Responsibilities

Financial Systems & Analysis – 60%

• Oversee consolidated financial data and reporting
• Coordinate audits and ensure IFRS compliance
• Manage cash flow, budget, credit, and internal controls
• Guide financial planning and investment activities
• Provide decision-support and forecasts
• Supervise payroll, tax filings, and financial reporting
• Evaluate and improve accounting practices
• Maintain relationships with financial institutions
• Ensure compliance with tax and legal regulations
• Contribute to risk mitigation on projects
• Forecast project cash needs
• Negotiate and manage credit lines and bonding
• Ensure liquidity and continuity
• Support the Executive Director in strategic planning
• Challenge assumptions, offer financial analysis

Qualifications

• CPA designation (preferred) + Bachelor's in Accounting
• 10+ years of accounting experience, including 5+ as Controller
• IFRS knowledge; Construction or Hydro sector experience is a plus
• Bilingual (FR/EN), MS Office proficiency

Working Conditions

- Hybrid work model: 2-3 days/week at the office located an hour south of Montreal.

Logistics & Work Status

- Willingness to relocate to Greater Montreal (or south of Montreal) if outside the province.

- Eligible to work in Canada without restrictions.

- Occasional travel within and outside Quebec.