Financial Controller

Job Description

<h3>Job Description</h3><p>Job Description<p><p>Please note, this job is for candidates who have the right to work already in Canada. No overseas applications.</p><p>Additionally, this is a 3 month rolling contract, essentially Temp to Perm opportunity.</p><p>Our client is seeking a hands-on, collaborative, and proactive Financial Controller to lead the financial management and day to day operations of its group of companies<strong>. </strong>The ideal candidate will possess a strong business acumen and solid relationship building skills. </p><p>Reporting to the General Manager, the Controller will identify, develop, and establish financial and administrative policies, procedures, and controls; to support the achievement of the company’s strategic priorities, continued growth, and enhance overall operational efficiency. </p><p></p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Assist senior management with the development and implementation of the financial management plan, processes, and budget, to support short-term and long-term strategic and tactical goals.</li><li>Maintain financial records for each project and/or business unit and provide accurate and timely reporting on the financial activity of each.</li><li>Monitor risk management policies and procedures to ensure that organizational risks are minimized.</li><li>Preparation of reports, packages, and presentations for internal and external stakeholders.</li><li>Analyze and present financial reports in an accurate and timely manner; clearly communicating monthly and annual financial statements.</li><li>Ensure that billing and collection schedule is adhered to ensure financial data and cash flow are steady and support operational requirements.</li><li>Negotiate with bank for lines of credit or other financial services as required and appropriate.</li><li>Oversee the management of all leases, contracts, and other financial commitments</li><li>Coordinate and oversee the preparation of all supporting information for annual audit and liaise with external auditor, as necessary.</li><li>Provide direction and oversite of payroll function to ensure employees are paid in a timely and accurate manner; and all remittances are submitted accurately and on time.</li><li>Negotiate and manage employee insurance and benefit plans.</li><li>Recruit, train, coach, and develop the finance and administrative team to optimize performance and engagement.</li><li>Provide leadership in strengthening internal work culture, creating and promoting a positive and supportive work environment. </li><li>Effectively communicate and present critical financial matters to the GM.</li></ul><p><strong>Requirements</strong></p><ul><li>5-7 years of progressive professional experience in a construction and/or manufacturing environment.</li><li>Bachelor’s degree in business, Accounting or Finance.</li><li>Accounting designation (CGA, CPA or CMA) or working towards.</li><li>Minimum 3-5 years experience in a construction and/or manufacturing environment.</li><li>Minimum 3-5 years experience in a management role, successfully leading finance, and administrative functions.</li><li>Minimum 3-5 years of project accounting experience.</li><li>Solid understanding of construction accounting principals.</li><li>Experience in a complex fast paced organization that has multiple projects, business units and locations.</li><li>Excellent project management skills and ability to plan and organize multiple projects.</li><li>Tech savvy and extensive experience and knowledge of accounting and reporting software. </li><li>Experience with Jonas accounting software a definite asset. </li><li>Advanced MS Office skills, particularly Excel.</li><li>Excellent communication skills with the ability to effectively negotiate and communication in a professional and respectful manner, with internal and external stakeholders at all levels.</li><li>Superior organization, attention to detail and ability to prioritize complex and varied workload.</li><li>Strong time management skills, with a strong sense of urgency as well as being proactive.</li><li>Keen analytical, strategic thinking, problem solving and decision-making skills.</li><li>Strong ability to build rapport, establish trust and command respect.</li><li>Proven experience leading, developing, and engaging direct reports.</li><li>Positive, friendly, and approachable.</li></ul><p><strong>Benefits</strong></p><p>Competitive salary and benefits based on experienced.</p><p>$100,000 - $120,000</p></p></p>