Controller - Construction Maven

Our client is a high-growth construction and industrial services leader that’s rewriting the rules of operational excellence. They are on a trajectory that’s not slowing down and they’re looking for a Controller who’s ready to step into the arena, take the reins, and eventually lead the entire finance function.

This is not “just another Controller job.” This is the opportunity for a sharp, ambitious finance professional to lock in a high-impact role reporting directly to a VP Finance who is as strategic as they are respected. If you’ve ever wanted the platform, authority, and mentorship to elevate your career into true senior leadership, this is it.

Why This Role Will Change Your Career

• Direct Access to the Executive Table – Work hand-in-hand with a forward-thinking VP Finance who will challenge, mentor, and accelerate your growth.
• Take the Lead – Manage the finance function end-to-end with oversight of accounting, reporting, compliance, and eventually, your own high-performing team.
• Shape the Future – Play a central role in a finance transformation, including a major ERP overhaul and the introduction of new, scalable processes.
• Make an Impact – This is a high-visibility seat where your insights will directly influence business decisions at the highest level.
• Top-Tier Compensation – $120K–$150K+ base, with clear runway for growth

Key Responsibilities

Accounting Leadership

• Oversee all finance operations including AR, AP, payroll, and the general ledger.
• Lead month-end and year-end close including journal entries, reconciliations, and financial statements.
• Maintain accurate consolidated reporting across multiple divisions.
• Manage inter-company transactions and schedules for fixed assets, prepaids, and accruals.
• Lead regular cash flow forecasting.

Compliance and Audit

• Ensure timely submission of HST, WSIB, EHT, and tax filings.
• Coordinate audits and provide year-end working papers.
• Maintain accounting policies, internal controls, and corporate registrations.

Budgeting and Forecasting

• Partner with the VP Finance on annual budgets and re-forecasts.
• Perform variance analysis and recommend corrective actions.
• Provide guidance to department managers on financial planning.

Systems and Process Improvement

• Act as the in-house expert for the Vista by Viewpoint ERP system.
• Identify and implement process improvements and automation opportunities.
• Support system upgrades and integrations.

Project and Construction Accounting

• Review job cost reporting and maintain WIP schedules.
• Support labor and equipment costing initiatives.
• Analyze project margins and cost allocations.

Collaboration and Team Support

• Partner with operations leaders to support decision-making.
• Mentor and guide junior accounting staff.
• Participate in cross-functional projects to improve performance.

Qualifications

• CPA designation
• 7+ years progressive finance experience with leadership exposure.
• Proven track record of driving operational improvements in finance.
• Public accounting foundation (Big 4 or strong mid-tier) preferred.
• Experience in industrial services, manufacturing, or a similarly complex environment a plus.
• The ability to lead, influence, and execute without waiting for permission

Why is This a Great Opportunity

This isn’t a role where you’ll be buried in spreadsheets with no voice. This is your chance to be a builder, a driver, and a visible leader in a company that values results over red tape. The leadership team is engaged, supportive, and committed to surrounding themselves with top talent.

If you want responsibility, visibility, and the kind of challenge that transforms careers, stop scrolling and start your application.

Who Thrives Here

• You have executive polish - able to hold your own in the boardroom and inspire confidence across the business.
• You’re hands-on and strategic - equally comfortable in the weeds and at 30,000 feet.
• You own your seat - you see what needs to be done and make it happen.
• You’re ambitious, competitive, and hungry for growth.

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