Project controller Jobs in Oakville, ON

Rodan Energy is a North American leader in distributed energy resources and energy intelligence, managing 1,400+ MW of flexible capacity across Ontario, NYISO, PJM, MISO, and AESO.

We partner with large energy users, utilities, and grid operators to design, finance, and operate high-impact DER solutions — including asset optimization, demand response, metering, and power system engineering.

THE ROLE The Controller is a senior finance leader responsible for the day-to-day ownership of Rodan Energy Solutions' accounting, financial reporting, compliance, and internal control activities across all entities.

Reporting to the Director, Finance, this role owns the end-to-end accounting cycle — including transaction processing, month-end close, consolidations, statutory compliance, audit coordination, and internal controls — while continuously improving processes, systems, and automation to support scale.

This role works closely with the Director, Finance and FP&A to ensure management reporting is built on accurate, timely, and well-supported financial data.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Financial Reporting & Close Own the monthly, quarterly, and annual close process across all entities, ensuring results are accurate, complete, and timely Maintain integrity of the general ledger, subledgers, and supporting schedules Prepare and review complex journal entries, accruals, intercompany transactions, and accounting adjustments Lead balance sheet reconciliation and review processes Prepare and review consolidated financial statements and supporting schedules under ASPE Establish and manage close timelines, responsibilities, and review checkpoints Accounting Operations Lead day-to-day accounting across AP, AR, payroll, fixed assets, revenue recognition, intercompany accounting, and cash management Oversee settlement accounting and payment processes, ensuring completeness, accuracy, and appropriate approvals Review cash activity and short-term liquidity requirements to support payment execution Ensure accounting policies are applied consistently across entities, revenue streams, and lines of business Partner with Operations, Sales, HR, and other stakeholders to ensure source data is complete and accurate Internal Controls & Compliance Design, implement, and maintain a strong internal control environment across all functions Ensure the company remains audit-ready through strong documentation and reconciliations Own day-to-day compliance across Canadian and U.S.

indirect tax, payroll tax, and statutory filings Prepare lender reporting, covenant calculations, and compliance certificates Maintain and continuously improve accounting policies, procedures, and control documentation Audit, Tax & External Stakeholder Management Lead the annual external audit and year-end review processes end-to-end Coordinate Canadian and U.S.

corporate tax filings with external advisors Act as the primary finance contact for auditors, tax advisors, lenders, and external stakeholders Support legal entity structure changes, intercompany arrangements, and related compliance requirements Leadership & Team Development Lead, coach, and develop the accounting team with clear accountability and high execution standards Build role clarity, bench strength, and cross-training to reduce key-person risk Support hiring, onboarding, performance management, and team development Foster a culture of ownership, discipline, and continuous learning Process Improvement, Systems & Automation Drive continuous improvement of finance processes and workflows to reduce manual work and strengthen controls Lead adoption of automation, system integrations, and AI-enabled tools Partner on ERP and finance systems implementation, including process design, testing, and controls Help build a finance operating model that scales through better processes, not linear headcount growth Business Partnership Partner closely with the Director, Finance and FP&A to ensure actuals are accurate and aligned to management reporting Provide accounting guidance on contracts, pricing structures, new products, and strategic initiatives Support due diligence, financing activities, acquisitions, and other special projects as required QUALIFICATIONS CPA designation required 8–12+ years of progressive accounting experience, including significant controllership or senior accounting leadership Strong technical accounting knowledge under ASPE Proven experience leading month-end close, external audits, internal controls, and statutory compliance Strong experience with multi-entity accounting, intercompany transactions, and consolidated financial reporting Experience with Canadian and U.S.

entity accounting and cross-border tax and compliance strongly preferred Hands-on experience with modern ERP environments, workflow tools, and process automation Experience in energy, infrastructure, or other operationally complex environments is an asset SKILLS & COMPETENCIES High standards for accuracy, control, and audit readiness Systems-oriented — naturally inclined to automate, streamline, and improve processes Comfortable working hands-on in the detail while leading a function Clear and confident communicator across senior leadership, auditors, lenders, and non-finance stakeholders Proven people leader who develops talent and raises performance standards Thrives in fast-paced, multi-entity environments with competing priorities Proactive, solution-oriented, and comfortable with high accountability Location: Hybrid - Mississauga HQ (3 days per week expected) BENEFITS Competitive salary and bonus and profit share Benefits package RRSP match Rodan welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities.

Accommodations are available on request at any stage of the selection process.

A criminal background check will be conducted as part of our hiring process.

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