Venor is proud to partner with Natural Forces Solar in their search for a Project Controller to join their team in Dartmouth, NS.

Natural Forces Solar, a subsidiary of Natural Forces, an independent power producer, is a leading turnkey Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) contractor specializing in renewable energy projects across Atlantic Canada. Natural Forces Solar is entering an exciting new phase of growth, transitioning from commercial and industrial solar projects to large-scale community and long-term utility solar developments, creating a unique opportunity to help build the financial foundation of a rapidly expanding business.

For professionals who are naturally curious and enjoy getting into the details of a project, there has never been a more exciting time to join the team and make a lasting impact.

Natural Forces Solar is looking for a Project Controller to manage the financial side of our solar projects through the development, construction and operations phases. You’ll be the lead finance person for the Solar division, working closely with the project teams and the Solar leadership team, with support from the Corporate Natural Forces Finance team. You’ll track project performance, maintain budgets and forecasts, and make sure the numbers behind every project are accurate and well understood.

Key Responsibilities:

Project and Purchasing Activities

- Reconcile purchase orders, invoices and contract commitments so project costs are accurately recorded and reported against approved budgets.
- As projects move into construction, prepare funding draw requests and supporting documentation, track draw status, and work with lenders, independent engineers and project teams to support lender reporting requirements.
- Support the preparation and delivery of timely customer invoicing.
- Manage the collection and review of approved timesheets and expense reports to support project tracking and reporting.

Project Analysis

- Prepare commercial analyses for the leadership team to show how operational decisions affect each project’s financial outlook.
- Conduct detailed financial analyses to assess funding requirements,



project financial viability, and potential risks.
- Develop financial models and forecasts to support informed decision-making.

Project Financial Reporting

- Lead the preparation of project budgets, forecasts, and financial reporting.
- Monitor budget performance and provide recommendations for adjustments as required.
- Prepare Natural Forces Solar’s overall cash flow forecast by managing and consolidating inputs from various departments.
- Complete detailed percentage-of-completion and deferred revenue schedules aligned with project performance reporting requirements.
- Act as the subject matter expert on project performance during the annual external review.

Continuous Improvement

- Lead the evaluation and implementation of solutions to enhance project performance reporting requirements.
- Identify opportunities for process and system improvements to increase efficiency and effectiveness.

Controls and Compliance

- Apply Natural Forces corporate financial controls within Solar.
- Ensure project funding activities comply with relevant regulations and standards.
- Prepare and present regular reports on funding status, financial performance, and project progress to key stakeholders.
- Support compliance requirements related to operating agreements, including Power Purchase Agreements and service contracts.
- Administer security clearances for applicable projects.

Qualifications & Skills:

Education & Experience

- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Commerce, Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.
- 3+ years of progressive accounting experience within a project-based, project accounting, or construction finance environment.

Technical Skills

- Strong knowledge of financial accounting, cost accounting, and project performance management,



with an understanding of project management principles and practices.
- Ability to analyze complex financial and operational information, identify key insights, and develop practical solutions.
- Experience preparing revenue recognition schedules, financial reports, and supporting documentation for accounting reviews, audits, and contractual reporting requirements.
- Proficiency with accounting systems and advanced skills in Microsoft Excel or similar financial tools.
- Experience working in a matrix organization or with cross-functional teams through dotted-line reporting relationships.

Core Competencies

- Strong accountability and ownership with the ability to manage responsibilities independently and deliver results.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to explain complex concepts to stakeholders, investors, and project teams.
- Strong critical thinking and decision-making skills with the ability to assess challenges and recommend effective solutions.
- Adaptability and flexibility to navigate changing priorities and evolving business needs.
- High level of integrity and professionalism with a commitment to ethical business practices and compliance.
- Strong emotional intelligence and the ability to build effective relationships in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.
- Ability to influence, collaborate, and provide context across diverse teams and stakeholders.

We embrace a culture of belonging in the workplace. No matter who you are, where you’re from, how you think, what you believe in, or who you love, we welcome your application. We all come from different backgrounds and different walks of life, bringing unique perspectives and experiences. We encourage applications from 2SLGBTQ+, Black, Indigenous, and People of Colour (BIPOC), women, newcomers to Canada, and people with disabilities.

Benefits:

- Casual dress
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Extended health care
- Flexible schedule
- Life insurance
- In office parking
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
- Vision care
- Wellness program

Work Location: In person

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