We are a fast-growing event planning and production company delivering exceptional corporate events, conferences, experiential marketing activations, trade shows, and large-scale productions. Every project is unique, requiring strong financial leadership, disciplined project accounting, and accurate revenue recognition. We are seeking an experienced Controller to lead our accounting and finance function.

Reporting directly to the CFO/President, the Controller will oversee all day-to-day accounting operations while leading a team of 7 direct reports . This is a hands‑on leadership role responsible for financial reporting, project accounting, revenue recognition, month‑end close, payroll, accounts payable, accounts receivable, cash flow management, and financial controls. The ideal candidate has experience in a project-based business such as event management, construction, engineering, professional services, marketing agencies, or similar industries where project costing and revenue recognition are critical.

Lead and mentor a team of 7 direct reports across Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Payroll, Project Accounting, and General Accounting. Provide coaching, performance management, and career development for the accounting team. Review journal entries, reconciliations, accruals, and financial reporting packages.

Analyze financial performance and provide insights to senior leadership.

Project

Accounting & Revenue Recognition Manage project accounting for multiple concurrent client engagements. Monitor project budgets, job costing, profitability, and financial performance. Ensure accurate allocation of labour, materials, subcontractor costs, and overhead.

Oversee revenue recognition in accordance with applicable accounting standards.



Work closely with Project Managers to ensure project forecasts, billings, and margins remain accurate. Review work-in-progress (WIP), deferred revenue, and project accruals.

Accounts

Payable, Accounts Receivable & Payroll Oversee all Accounts Payable functions, vendor payments, and cash disbursements.

Manage Accounts

Receivable, collections, customer billing, and cash application. Ensure timely and accurate payroll processing while maintaining compliance with all payroll legislation. Improve cash flow through effective receivable management. Budgeting & Financial Planning Monitor project profitability and departmental performance. Prepare variance analyses and recommendations for operational improvements. Support pricing decisions through financial analysis.

Internal

Controls & Compliance Strengthen internal controls and accounting policies. Ensure compliance with tax, payroll, HST/GST, and regulatory requirements. Coordinate year-end audit activities and liaise with external auditors.

Process Improvement

Identify opportunities to automate accounting processes. Improve reporting, workflows, project costing, and financial systems. Partner with operations to improve financial visibility across projects. CPA designation (required) ~ Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business ~5+ years of progressive accounting experience ~3–5+ years leading an accounting team ~ Experience as a Controller, Assistant Controller, or Senior Finance Manager ~ Strong experience in project accounting ~ Strong understanding of revenue recognition within project-based environments ~ Experience overseeing Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Payroll, and General Ledger ~ Advanced Excel skills ~ Experience with ERP/accounting systems ~

📌 Finance Coordinator - Financial Accounting (Georgetown)
🏢 Professional Staffing
📍 Georgetown