Financial Controller

GCS GROUP (GENERAL CONTRACTING SERVICES); St. Albert; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a detail-oriented Financial Controller to enhance its financial operations. This role involves budgeting, financial reporting, and ensuring compliance with regulations in a dynamic construction environment. The ideal candidate will bring a minimum of five years of accounting experience, exceptional bookkeeping skills, and a passion for financial administration. With opportunities for performance bonuses and career advancement, this position is perfect for someone looking to make a significant impact on organizational growth and sustainability. Join a team that values strategic thinking and financial integrity.

Benefits

Performance Bonuses

Advancement Opportunities

Potential for Benefits

Qualifications

• Minimum five years accounting experience with a relevant degree.
• 3 years experience as an accounting manager or controller.
• CPA preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and monitor departmental budgets and internal controls.
• Oversee payroll processes and financial contracts.
• Conduct audits and provide financial guidance to leadership.

Skills

Accounting Experience

Financial Reporting

Budgeting

QuickBooks

Microsoft Excel

Time Management

Communication Skills

Education

Post-secondary degree in Business Administration

Professional accounting or bookkeeping designation

Tools

QuickBooks

Canadian Revenue Agency digital tools

Job description

GCS Group is looking for a highly organized, detail-oriented, and process-driven person who brings experience and passion to this vital role. If you are a strategic thinker who understands the financial administration and statutory requirements of a busy construction organization, we would love to have you join the team.

The Financial Controller is responsible for:

1. Budgeting & Financial:
   • Develop tools and provide financial guidance and support to all departments in establishing, monitoring, and reporting on departmental budgets;
   • Develop tools, monitor, and analyze corporate annual budgets, including operational and capital budgets;
   • Establish and maintain internal controls to safeguard organizational assets, ensure effective budget utilization, and guarantee compliance with relevant regulations;
   • Conduct regular internal audits to identify and address financial discrepancies; and
   • Oversee annual audits, organizational reporting, and financial forecasts.
2. Accounting & Payroll:
   • Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records using industry-standard accounting software; and
   • Process and reconcile accounts payable and receivable, ensuring accuracy and compliance with organizational policies and statutory charitable requirements.
   • Oversee payroll processes, ensuring accurate and timely processing of employee remittances and benefits management; and
   • Support the Director of HR with personnel files, records of employment, and other human resource documentation in compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
   • Oversee and steward financial contracts, agreements, and grants;
   • Create resources and supports for teams to deepen their financial literacy skills professionally as well as personally;
   • Develop strategies and opportunities for the sustainable financial growth of the organization in three-, five- and ten-year planning cycles;
   • Provide financial guidance and support to leadership; and
   • Lead the various departments in the planning, implementation, and execution of financial policies, procedures, and controls.

Qualifications:

• Minimum five years accounting experience combined with post-secondary degree or diploma in a related field such as Business Administration or Information Technology. Professional accounting or bookkeeping designation an asset;
• 3 years experience as an accounting manager or controller;
• CPA preferred;
• Exceptional bookkeeping skills including knowledge and experience working with QuickBooks software as well as Canadian Revenue Agency digital tools;
• Familiarity with information technology platforms, infrastructure, and applications;
• Understanding of granting application and reporting processes;
• Excellent organizational, time management, and communication skills;
• Ability to prioritize and multi-task;
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills;
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, creative environment.

Potential for benefits, performance bonuses, and advancement opportunities.