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Controller

Controller

StafflinkOttawa, ON
30+ days ago
Salary
CAD120000–CAD125000 yearly
Job description

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.