Controller

CanWest Mechanical is a multi-disciplinary mechanical and industrial contractor based in Fanny Bay on Vancouver Island, serving clients across Western Canada. The company delivers mechanical construction, fabrication, and service work across industrial, commercial, and municipal projects, with safety as a core operating priority.

CanWest provides a broad range of mechanical services, including HVAC and sheet metal, plumbing, pipe fabrication, gas fitting, structural steel fabrication, and complete mechanical installations. The business supports both large-scale construction projects and ongoing service requirements across multiple sectors. CanWest is locally owned and operates in a project-based construction environment where execution, coordination, and reliability are critical.

THE OPPORTUNITY

CanWest Mechanical is seeking a Controller to lead the company’s accounting and financial reporting for CanWest Mechanical and its affiliated operating entities. The Controller will oversee the day-to-day finance and accounting function, ensuring accurate reporting, effective cash flow management, and sound accounting practices.

The role supports informed decision-making by providing clear, reliable financial information. Working closely with ownership and the leadership team, the Controller will help manage financial risk and ensure the finance function operates with discipline, consistency, and clarity.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Cash Flow, Payroll, and Core Transactions

• Direct accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll functions, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and adherence to company policy.
• Oversee ongoing cash flow management, including short- and medium-term forecasting aligned to project activity and payment cycles.
• Manage debt servicing and ensure all financial obligations are met in accordance with agreed terms.

Accounting and Financial Reporting

Compliance and External Coordination

Budgeting, Forecasting, and Job Costing Support

Systems, Controls, and Process Improvement

Financial Management and Leadership

Requirements

Education and Certifications

Skills and Experience

Benefits