Join Park Derochie, one of Canada's leading industrial service contractors. We're looking for an Assistant Controller who enjoys hands-on accounting, leadership, and partnering with operations in a fast-paced environment.

This is a maternity leave contract position anticipated to last approximately 12–18 months, with robust potential for ongoing employment.

Your Role

Reporting to the Controller, you will play a key role in the financial operations of the company, including:

Help lead the day-to-day operations of the accounting department, including payroll, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general accounting activities.

Lead the month-end and year-end close process and prepare accurate financial reporting that supports business decision‑making.

Partner with leadership to develop budgets, forecasts, and financial insights that drive operational performance.

Work closely with operations teams to analyze project performance, job costs, profitability, and key business metrics.

Coordinate annual audits and support compliance with tax, regulatory, and reporting requirements.

Identify opportunities to improve financial processes, strengthen internal controls, and support system enhancements and automation initiatives.

Coach, mentor, and develop accounting team members.

What You Bring

CPA designation (or substantial progress toward completion).





5+ years of progressive accounting experience, preferably in construction or other project‑based industries.

Strong knowledge of Canadian accounting principles, financial reporting, payroll, and taxation.

Advanced Excel skills and experience working with ERP or accounting software systems.

Strong analytical, organizational, and problem‑solving abilities with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.

Effective communication skills and a collaborative leadership style.

Why You’ll Love Working Here!

Join a stable, growing Canadian company with over 70 years of success and Platinum Best Managed Company status.

Competitive advantages package, including extended health, dental, and an Employee Assistance Program.

Professional development and growth opportunities.

On‑site gym with workout privileges during work hours and an on‑site cafeteria.

Birthday day off.

Supportive, collaborative team environment.

Bring your experience, curiosity, and leadership skills to a team that values growth, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

Benefits:

Company events

Dental care

Discounted or free food

Extended health care

On‑site gym

On‑site parking

Tuition reimbursement

Vision care

Work Location: In person

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