Job Description:

We are looking for an experienced Controller to lead the financial oversight of our operations in Kitchener- Waterloo, Ontario. This position is centred on balance sheet integrity, cash flow management, and contract-related financial reporting within a project-driven environment. The successful candidate will work closely with project managers, contract administration, and external partners to support sound financial decisions, strengthen controls, and deliver accurate forecasting and analysis.

Responsibilities:

- Oversee financial reporting related to contracts and work-in-progress activity, ensuring project status information is accurate, timely, and helpful for decision-making.

- Monitor holdbacks, liens, and deferred revenue across active and completed projects, maintaining strong control over contract-related balance sheet accounts.

- Lead budgeting and forecasting activities in collaboration with project managers and contract administration teams to support operational planning and financial performance.

- Maintain a strong focus on balance sheet accuracy and cash flow visibility by reviewing reconciliations, identifying risks, and recommending corrective action where needed.

- Provide financial oversight within a detailed job-costing environment, using available systems and data flows to validate reporting and support cost control.

- Coordinate with external stakeholders such as banks, insurers, legal counsel,



tax advisors, and review engagement partners on financial and contractual matters.

- Support negotiations and financial review of third-party agreements, including banking, insurance, perks, and technology-related contracts.

- Prepare ad hoc financial analysis and reporting to assist leadership with planning, risk assessment, and business decisions.

Requirements:

- At least 5 years of progressive experience in accounting or finance, including leadership responsibilities in a Controller or similar role.

- Strong knowledge of accounting functions, financial reporting, and balance sheet management within a project-based or contract-driven business.

- Demonstrated experience with budgeting, forecasting, and working collaboratively with operational leaders on financial planning.

- Ability to analyze cash flow, deferred revenue, holdbacks, and other contract-related financial items with a high degree of accuracy.

- Proficiency in financial systems and reporting tools, with the ability to understand how transactional data moves through an ERP environment.

- Experience preparing ad hoc financial analysis and presenting findings clearly to internal and external stakeholders.

- Sound judgement and professionalism when working with third parties such as auditors, banks, insurers, legal advisors, and tax professionals.

This role is in-office 5 days per week.

📌 Controller (Waterloo)
🏢 Robert Half
📍 Waterloo