supervisor, cost accounting

Sault Ste. Marie; Sault Ste. Marie; On-site; CAD 115,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full pension and benefits

Recognition, training, and development

Job summary

S. & T. Group is seeking a Controller to lead financial operations for the company and its affiliated entities. You will supervise accounting staff, oversee AR progress billings, vendor and subcontractor payments, and payroll processing.

Join a collaborative team with growth plans; CPA or equivalent is an asset, and you will drive budgeting, financial reporting, and insurance programs across Canada.

Qualifications

• CPA designation (or equivalent) an asset.
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field is an asset.
• Familiarity with Jonas Software is an asset.
• Strong knowledge of construction financial processes is an asset.
• Proficiency in financial systems is an asset.
• In-depth understanding of Canadian tax regulations is an asset.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Able to provide hands-on support to ensure smooth operations within the accounting team.
• Competent in conflict and crisis management.

Responsibilities

• Supervision of accounting staff members.
• Oversee AR progress billings based on contract terms.
• Review AR aging reports and assist with collections.
• Supervise vendor and subcontractor payments; collect lien waivers.
• Monitor daily cash balances.
• Oversee weekly payroll for union and non-union employees; monthly reports.
• Support ownership and leadership on special projects.
• Create and manage budgets; ensure fiscal health.
• Prepare and review monthly financial statements.
• Manage business and health insurance programs and risk protection.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Conflict management

Team management

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting/finance

CPA designation (asset)

Tools

Jonas Software

Financial systems

Job description

Last updated: 7 days ago CA$115,000.00–CA$125,000.00 yearly Full-time +1

JOB DESCRIPTION

Our growing construction company is looking for a Controller to join our team! Responsible for the financial and accounting functions of S. & T. Group and affiliated entities controlled by ownership, our core values and teamwork drive everything we do, and we are committed to providing a collaborative and supportive environment where you can grow your career.

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU

• Full company sponsored pension and benefits.
• Recognition, training, and development

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Supervision of accounting staff members.
• Oversee the timely and accurate preparation of accounts receivable progress billings based upon specific contract terms.
• Review accounts receivable, aging reports and assist with direct reports for collections.
• Supervise the payment process to vendors and subcontractors and confirm lien waivers are properly collected.
• Monitor daily cash balances to ensure requirements are met.
• Review and monitor the preparation of the weekly payroll for union and non-union employees including the timely submission of monthly reports.
• Perform special assignments as directed by the ownership, VP of Finance and President.
• Create budgets with ownership and manage budgets to ensure fiscal health and responsibility.
• Preparation and review of monthly financial statements.
• Responsible for review and procurement of the business and health insurance programs.
• Maintenance of insurance/risk protection program.
• Work with VP of Finance to assist in driving growth, organizational development and learning all aspects of the financial department.

OTHER

• Supports the vision and values of S. & T. by adhering to company corporation values of integrity, solution orientated, safety driven, and responsiveness and holding all those under your direct report to the same set of values.
• Acts in accordance with S. & T. leadership style that encompasses attributes of hard-working, fact based, humble, mentoring/learning, celebrates accomplishments and success orientated and holding all those under your direct report accountable to the same leadership style.

REQUIREMENTS

• CPA designation (or equivalent) an asset.
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field is an asset.
• Familiarity with Jonas Software is an asset.
• Strong knowledge of construction financial processes is an asset.
• Proficiency in financial systems.
• In-depth understanding of Canadian tax regulations.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Able to provide hands‑on support to ensure smooth operations within the accounting team.
• Competent in conflict and crisis management.

S. & T. Group is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing employment accommodation in accordance with the AODA and Human Rights Code. If you require accommodation to apply or, if selected, for an interview, please advise the Human Resources Department.