Job Description:

Our client is a growing Canadian organization operating in a project-based environment and is seeking a Controller to join its leadership team. Reporting directly to the CFO, the Controller will lead the accounting function, oversee financial reporting, strengthen internal controls, and provide strategic financial support to the business. This is an excellent prospect for a hands-on finance leader who enjoys balancing day-to-day operations with process improvement and business partnering in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment.

Key Responsibilities

- Lead accounting operations, including AP, AR, job costing, and general ledger activities.
- Manage month-end and year-end close, financial reporting, and account reconciliations.
- Ensure accurate financial reporting and maintain strong internal controls.
- Support budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, and financial analysis.
- Partner with operational leaders to provide project performance reporting and business insights.
- Coordinate external audits, banking relationships, and regulatory compliance.
- Drive process improvements, system enhancements, and scalability initiatives.




- Mentor and develop the accounting team.

Why Apply?

- Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits.
- Direct exposure to executive leadership and strategic initiatives.
- Significant opportunity for growth and advancement.
- Collaborative, entrepreneurial culture with an expanding organization.
- Opportunity to make a meaningful impact during an exciting period of growth.

Requirements:

Qualifications

- CPA designation, CPA candidate nearing completion, or equivalent progressive accounting experience.
- 5+ years of accounting experience, including leadership or supervisory responsibilities.
- Strong knowledge of financial reporting, internal controls, and full-cycle accounting.
- Advanced Excel and ERP system experience.
- Excellent analytical, communication, and leadership skills.
- Experience in construction, infrastructure, transportation, industrial services, or other project-based industries is preferred.
- Job costing and project accounting experience is considered a strong asset.

📌 Controller (Binbrook)
🏢 Robert Half
📍 Binbrook