Corporate Controller Canada Position SummaryThe Canadian Corporate Controller is the senior accounting leader responsible for the integrity and accuracy of Canadian financial reporting delivery of a four business day close and timely completion of the year end external audit Reporting to the VP Finance Canada this role owns the end to end controllership framework across Total Power Limited including final review and sign off of the monthly quarterly and year end close; consolidated reporting through Microsoft Dynamics 365 and OneStream; external audit execution; accounting policies and process documentation; and the control environment The role also provides corporate accounting oversight and controllership support to divisional leaders helping ensure transactions are recorded accurately and on time The Ideal FitA technically strong hands on CPA who is comfortable working in the details and serving as the final reviewer for a complex multi entity multi currency close environmentA deadline driven controller with a demonstrated track record of completing accurate month end closes within four business days and delivering completed year end audits within 45 calendar daysA credible business partner who can challenge operational assumptions constructively and translate accounting outcomes into practical actionsA systems minded controller who understands how data flows through D365 and OneStream and improves controls and reporting at the sourceA disciplined accountable leader who creates clarity around owners and deadlines surfaces issues early develops talent and consistently follows through and meets deadlinesWhat Youll Own The RoleEnterprise Close Consolidation and Sign OffOwn the Canadian monthly close and deliver accurate reviewed results within four business daysCollaborate with the Global Corporate Controller to establish the close calendar review standards dependencies and escalation protocols with the Accounting Manager and Divisional ControllerReview and approve journal entries accruals estimates balance sheet reconciliations intercompany balances eliminations foreign exchange revaluations and other close deliverablesChallenge unusual movements unsupported balances aged reconciling items cutoff issues and accounting judgements before sign offEnsure final results remain closely aligned with the Weekly Pulse and Monthly Flash resultsFinancial Reporting D365 and OneStreamOwn the integrity and timely delivery of monthly financial statements and management reporting for the Canadian group including income statement balance sheet cash flow and supporting schedulesOversee the end to end reporting flow from Microsoft Dynamics 365 into OneStream including chart of accounts and entity mappings data load validations intercompany matchingeliminations and reporting package completionEnsure D365 subledgers the general ledger OneStream and management reporting reconcile and that differences are investigated documented and resolved promptlyReview numbers for consistency ASPE compliance and applicable parent company or lender requirements; partner with FP&A; so actual results are available on time for performance and forecast reportingAudit Accounting Governance and Process DocumentationOwn the external audit process for the Group ensuring all deliverables are complete accurate internally consistent appropriately approved and provided in accordance with the audit timetable to support the issuance of the audited financial statements within 45 calendar days of year endManage all request lists internal owners due dates quality review issue resolution and communication with external auditorsPrepare or review technical accounting memoranda for significant or judgmental matters including revenue recognition estimates provisions leases fixed assets business combinations and other non routine transactionsMaintain current process narratives accounting policies close procedures control documentation and responsibility matrices for significant financial processesMaintain year round audit readiness through supportable reconciliations schedules evidence of review and compliance with ASPE company policies and approval authorities Variance Analysis and Performance ReviewLead the accounting review of monthly results against budget forecast and prior periods and ensure significant variances are understood supported and clearly explainedTranslate financial variances into operational drivers separating timing volume price mix productivity utilization cost accounting estimate and one time impacts where relevantPrepare concise decision useful commentary for the VP Finance Canada and divisional leaders with clear risks opportunities owners and actionsPartner with FP&A; on forecast inputs and performance bridges and maintain Equipment Service and Rental reporting that connects financial results to key operational metrics Divisional Controllership SupportIn collaboration with the VP Finance divisional controllers and business leaders provide corporate accounting oversight and support across the Service Rentals and Equipment divisionsPartner with leaders during monthly operating reviews to explain results challenge assumptions identify performance drivers and align on proactive corrective actionsReview and challenge the accounting for service work in progress revenue and expense cutoff accrued and deferred revenue warranty and other operational accruals inventory usage and cost allocationsReview rental fleet accounting including additions transfers disposals depreciation capitalization judgements asset verification and reconciliation of the fixed asset registerReview gross margin labour recoveryutilization rental fleet utilization maintenance spend unbilled work and aged WIP; identify risks early and drive action with business ownersSupport the other business units in Ottawa and Quebec by providing accounting guidance consistent reporting issue resolution and controllership supportControls Risk and Continuous ImprovementOwn and strengthen internal controls over financial reporting including clear preparer reviewer accountability appropriate segregation of duties evidence standards and timely remediation of deficienciesMonitor balance sheet quality and ensure reconciliations are current substantiated reviewed and free of unresolved or unsupported itemsStandardize accounting practices across entities branches and divisions and remediate recurring adjustments or control gapsPartner with IT and process owners to improve D365 and OneStream data quality controls automation and reporting reliability while reducing offline spreadsheet relianceTeam Leadership and Cross Functional PartnershipLead coach and develop assigned accounting team members; set clear expectations for ownership quality responsiveness documentation and deadlinesDefine the operating rhythm between cross functional teams and divisional leaders so responsibilities handoffs and escalation points are clearBuild sustainable backup coverage for critical processes and a culture of constructive challenge early escalation and accountability for outcomesBuild trusted cross functional relationships while maintaining appropriate financial independence and control disciplineMeasures of SuccessThe Canadian books are closed and signed off accurately within four business days with no late or unsupported material itemsAll management audit deliverables are completed by agreed deadlines and the audited financial statements are issued within 45 calendar days of the December 31 year end closeFinal month end close results remain closely aligned with the Weekly Pulse and Monthly Flash results provided to the VP Finance Canada with material variances identified and explained promptlyD365 OneStream subledgers and management reporting are reconciled and delivered on timeBalance sheet reconciliations accounting memoranda policies and process documentation remain current and audit ready throughout the yearBusiness unit leaders feel supported and this role is viewed as a trusted business partneradvisorWhat You NeedCanadian CPA designation and a university degree in Accounting Finance or a related fieldEight or more years of progressive accounting experience including meaningful experience as a Controller Senior Accounting Manager or equivalent leader with final close and reporting accountabilityDemonstrated ability to lead a four business day month end close and execute the issuance of audited financial statements within 45 calendar days of year end while managing competing priorities challenging constructively and holding teams accountablePrivate equity backed experience and bilingual EnglishFrench capability are assetsStrong technical knowledge of ASPE and demonstrated judgement in complex or non routine accounting mattersProven experience leading a multi entity month end close consolidated financial reporting balance sheet review external audits and internal controlsHands on experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance and OneStream is strongly preferred;

experience managing system to consolidation data flows and reporting controls is particularly valuableExperience in a multi currency multi branch service rental equipment industrial construction or project based environment is strongly preferredStrong understanding of service WIP revenue cutoff fixed asset and rental fleet accounting inventory accruals intercompany accounting and operational profitability analysisAdvanced Excel and data analysis skills with the ability to work confidently with largecomplex data sets Experience using approved automation data and AI tools to improve close reporting analysis and documentation is an asset Excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to convert complex accounting and performance issues into clear recommendations for non finance leadersWorking ConditionsHybrid office setting with regular collaboration across Canadian branches and business divisionsTravel may be required to support divisional reviews process improvement inventory or asset verification audits and integration activitiesAdditional hours may be required during close year end audit budget and integration periods

📌 Controller (Canada)
🏢 Total Power
📍 Canada