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Controller

Vaco by HighspringBurlington, ON, CA
Permanent

They are looking for a Controller to join their team!.Hybrid work arrangement with flexible culture.Be a key player/ head of accounting in a values-driven company.Competitive compensation package i...Show more

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Intermediate/Senior - Cost Controller

TWD Technologies Ltd.Burlington, ON, CA
Full-time
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Intermediate/ Senior – Cost Controller – Join a Team That Puts People First At TWD , we know the secret to success isn’t just technical skill, it’s the people behind it.That’s why we hire for attit...Show more

Project Manager, Water Treatment

StantecStoney Creek, ON
Full-time +1

Communities everywhere share the need for clean water.And as they work to meet that need, they’re facing new, more complex challenges every day.Our water professionals collaborate to contribute inn...Show more

Project Controls Administrator

ClearWaterHamilton, Ontario, Canada
Full-time

As a Project Controls Administrator you will be on-site role responsible for supporting the Turnaround/Project Manager in delivering effective project controls across the full project lifecycle.Thi...Show more

Project Coordinator - ICI - Burlington

Newlands GroupBurlington, ON, Canada
Full-time
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Project Coordinator - ICI - Burlington.We are recruiting on behalf of a well-established construction firm in Burlington, Ontario with a strong portfolio of ICI projects across commercial, food ser...Show more

Project Manager

Evertz Microsystems LimitedBurlington, ON, ON, CA
Full-time
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This role manages the full lifecycle of project deployment, ensuring successful delivery of Evertz solutions.Responsibilities include gathering and approving functional specifications, developing p...Show more

Project Manager-Nuclear

QA Consultants Inc.burlington, ontario, Canada
Full-time

Project Manager (Nuclear Industry) – Contract.ALTEN is a global leader in Research & Development, Engineering, IT Services, Life Sciences, and Network Services.With a presence in more than 30 count...Show more

Project Manager-Equipment

Trane TechnologiesHamilton, Ontario, Canada
Full-time

Be a part of our mission! As a world leader in creating comfortable, sustainable, and efficient climate solutions for buildings, homes and transportation, it's our responsibility to put the planet ...Show more

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Project Coordinator

AFIMAC CanadaHamilton, Ontario, CA
Full-time

AFIMAC Canada is seeking experienced Project Co-ordinators for upcoming assignments in Ontario related to labour disruptions, organized protests and man made crisis/disasters.This position will req...Show more

Project Controller

Randstad CanadaStoney Creek, Ontario, CA
Temporary
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We are seeking a high-energy, hands-on Interim Site Controller / Senior Financial Analyst to lead the financial operations for a high-volume service business unit.You will be responsible for overse...Show more

Senior Full Stack Engineer

OutlierHamilton, Canada
Remote
Full-time

Outlier helps the world’s most innovative companies improve their AI agents by providing human feedback.We collaborate with leading AI organizations to train Large Language Models (LLMs) to functio...Show more

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Specialist, Project Engineering

L3Harris TechnologiesWaterdown, Ontario
Full-time

L3Harris is dedicated to recruiting and developing high-performing talent who are passionate about what they do.Our employees are unified in a shared dedication to our customers’ mission and quest ...Show more

Project Controls Lead

Egis GroupHamilton, Ontario, Canada
Full-time

The Senior Project Controller is a senior, hands-on project controls professional responsible for delivering integrated controls across.The Senior Project Controller operates effectively in complex...Show more

Project Engineer

TULLOCHHamilton, ON, CA
Full-time
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Come Join Us! “We want to build an organization where everyone loves their job and their leaders care for them.Over the last 30 years, TULLOCH has built a robust multi-disciplinary consulting engin...Show more

Project Manager, Hamilton

PTW Energy Services Ltd.Hamilton, Ontario, CA
Full-time

Reporting to the Area Manager, the Project Manager acts as the main point of contact for the client and manages the full execution of construction and maintenance projects from conception and estim...Show more

Project Manager Testing Services

Spark PowerHamilton, Ontario, Canada
Full-time

Project Manager – Testing Services.Spark Power, a trusted partner in power in North America, is looking for a Project Manager to manage projects for our Spark Testing Services Canada division.Our (...Show more

Water/Wastewater Project Manager

AECOMHamilton, Ontario, Canada
Full-time

At AECOM we balance the world’s need for safe, reliable water with protecting this critical natural resource for the future through a deep understanding of interconnected systems.Our professionals ...Show more

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Project Admin

Landmark Structures CoBurlington, ON
Full-time

Landmark is a leading provider of engineering, construction, and asset management services for storage solutions in the water, wastewater, power, and industrial markets.We operate throughout North ...Show more

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Controller

Vaco by HighspringBurlington, ON, CA
11 days ago
Job type
  • Permanent
Job description
About the Company
Our client is a construction management provider. They are looking for a Controller to join their team!

Why Work Here
  • Hybrid work arrangement with flexible culture
  • Good work life balance
  • Be a key player/ head of accounting in a values-driven company
  • Competitive compensation package inclusive of discretionary annual bonus
About the Opportunity
  • Lead monthly and quarterly financial close, ensuring timely reporting of P&L, balance sheet, WIP, and cash flow statements.
  • Oversee all project cost accounting activities, including budgeting, progress billings, holdbacks, and change orders.
  • Drive accuracy and accountability in Estimate at Completion (EAC) forecasting and Work-in-Progress (WIP) reviews.
  • Partner with operations to strengthen forecasting, margin tracking, and decision-making.
  • Oversee AR/AP, payroll, and cash management with strong internal controls and process discipline.
  • Lead annual budgeting and rolling forecasts, connecting backlog and bid pipeline to financial planning.
  • Own and optimize our ERP system (Jonas Premier) — standardize data, automate reporting, and develop dashboards for actionable insights.
  • Coach and mentor the finance team, ensuring collaboration, development, and clarity in goals and performance.
  • Represent Finance in the EOS (Entrepreneurial Operating System) — ensuring scorecards, Rocks, and Issues Lists drive meaningful results.
About You
  • CPA (CA/CGA/CMA preferred; 7–10+ years in construction or general contracting, with strong experience in job costing, WIP, and revenue recognition.
  • Advanced Excel (Power Query/Pivot) and ERP proficiency (Jonas Premier experience is an asset).
  • Deep understanding of ASPE/GAAP, progress billing, change management, subcontractor compliance, and bonding/insurance requirements.
  • Analytical, collaborative, and hands-on leader with a high sense of ownership, integrity, and calm under pressure.
  • A mentor and process-builder who enjoys improving systems, partnering with operations, and strengthening the financial backbone of the business.
Salary Range
$120,000 - $130,000 / year

How to Apply
Click the “Apply Now” button and follow the instructions to submit your resume. Please know that we only accept documents in MS Word or Rich Text formats.
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This position for employment is for a current vacancy with Vaco/Highspring’s client. You must currently reside within the Greater Toronto Area and be permitted to work in Canada to be considered for this opportunity. A recruiter will be in touch with you if your profile meets our client’s requirements for this role.

Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco/Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to the individual’s skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, office location and other geographic considerations, as well as other business and organizational needs. With that said, as required by local law in geographies that require salary range disclosure, Vaco/Highspring notes the salary range for the role is noted in this job posting. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, and can participate in medical, dental, and vision benefits as well as the company’s 401(k) retirement plan. Additional disclaimer: Unless otherwise noted in the job description, the position Vaco/Highspring is filing for is occupied. Please note, however, that Vaco/Highspring is regularly asked to provide talent to other organizations. By submitting to this position, you are agreeing to be included in our talent pool for future hiring for similarly qualified positions. Submissions to this position are subject to the use of AI to perform preliminary candidate screenings, focused on ensuring minimum job requirements noted in the position are satisfied. Further assessment of candidates beyond this initial phase within Vaco/Highspring will be otherwise assessed by recruiters and hiring managers. Vaco/Highspring does not have knowledge of the tools used by its clients in making final hiring decisions and cannot opine on their use of AI products.

Vaco by Highspring values a diverse workplace and strongly encourages women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply.

EEO Notice

Vaco by Highspring is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race (including but not limited to traits historically associated with race such as hair texture and hair style), color, sex (includes pregnancy or related conditions), religion or creed, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, status as a veteran, union membership, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, political affiliation, or any other protected characteristics as required by federal, state or local law.

Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact HR@vaco.com .

Vaco by Highspring also wants all applicants to know their rights that workplace discrimination is illegal.

By submitting to this position, you agree that you will be giving Vaco by Highspring the exclusive right to present your as a candidate for the foregoing employment opportunity. You further agree that you have represented information about yourself accurately and have not affirmatively misrepresented your qualifications. You also agree to maintain as confidential, to the fullest extent permitted by law, any information you learn from Vaco by Highspring about the position and you will limit disclosure of information about the position only to the extent necessary to perform any obligations in furtherance of your application. In exchange, Vaco by Highspring agrees to exercise reasonable efforts to represent you through all solicitation, job screening and resume dispersal.

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Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries (“we,” “our,” or “Vaco by Highspring”) respects your privacy and are committed to providing transparent notice of our policies.

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Pay Transparency Notice

Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco by Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to:

  • the individual’s skill sets, experience and training;
  • licensure and certification requirements;
  • office location and other geographic considerations;
  • other business and organizational needs.

With that said, as required by local law, Vaco by Highspring believes that the following salary range referenced above reasonably estimates the base compensation for an individual hired into this position in geographies that require salary range disclosure. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses.