Job Description
Our client, a leading company in the Real Estate industry, is seeking a skilled Controller to join their team. In this role, you will ensure the accuracy of financial information, implement internal controls, and provide strategic financial guidance. This opportunity is a full-time, permanent position based in Ottawa on a hybrid work model.
Key Responsibilities :
- Develop and enforce accounting procedures and policies to ensure compliance with standards while leading and inspiring the Accounting Team.
- Maintain accurate accounting records, oversee payroll, and ensure timely reconciliations and payment of source deductions.
- Ensure financial compliance and timely financial statement reporting and manage statutory report submissions in coordination with the Director of Reporting and Manager of Tax & Compliance.
- Manage insurance for all entities and ensure compliance with internal controls over financial reporting and cash disbursements.
- Oversee financial report preparation, perform financial risk assessments, and manage the Standard Fee and costing models.
- Coordinate debt and equity forecasts with the Capital team and ensure proper ERP system setup.
- Control the financial close process, addressing audit and compliance questions promptly, and assisting with corporate financial decision-making.
- Optimize enterprise software, provide training and support to operating units, and participate in strategic and tactical planning.
- Oversee annual corporate budget preparation, monitor projected financial performance, and maintain strong relationships with operational managers and directors to achieve organizational goals.
Qualifications :
CPA designation, or a combination of an accounting degree and extensive experience.Over 10 years of relevant experience in the real estate industry.Demonstrated leadership, interpersonal, and managerial skills with a proven ability to provide direction and inspire a team.Proficiency in Excel; experience with Yardi and Newstar or other ERP systems is considered an asset.In-depth knowledge of cost and financial accounting procedures, protocols, analysis, and reporting.Expertise in the cost-effective utilization and optimization of ERP systems and the IT environment.Strong project management experience, capable of developing, monitoring, and evaluating ongoing projects with multiple deliverables and deadlines.Excellent research and analytical skills for processing large volumes of information efficiently.