Talent.com
Kelly
Corporate Controller / Director of AccountingKelly • Markham, Ontario, CA
Corporate Controller / Director of Accounting

Corporate Controller / Director of Accounting

Kelly • Markham, Ontario, CA
1 day ago
Salary
CA$120,000.00 yearly
Job type
  • Full-time
  • Permanent
Job description

Kelly Services is currently recruiting on behalf of our client for a Corporate Controller / Director of Accounting based in Markham, Ontario. This is a full-time, permanent opportunity with a well-established company in the construction and real estate development industry.

This role is ideal for an experienced accounting professional who enjoys both strategic financial leadership and hands-on involvement in project accounting and financial reporting.

What You'll Be Doing:

  • Lead the full accounting cycle, including month-end and year-end financial reporting
  • Oversee project accounting, job costing, cash flow forecasting, and financial reporting for development projects
  • Prepare and review project proformas, budgets, and financial analysis
  • Manage banking relationships, lender reporting, construction draws, and financing requirements
  • Ensure compliance with GAAP, CRA, Tarion, and other regulatory requirements
  • Oversee Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable functions
  • Support audits, internal controls, and continuous process improvements
  • Lead and mentor the accounting team while partnering with senior leadership to support business decisions

What We're Looking For:

  • 5+ years of progressive accounting and finance experience in a leadership role within real estate development, construction, or another project-based industry.
  • CPA designation (required)
  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Commerce, or a related field
  • Strong knowledge of financial reporting, project accounting, job costing, cash flow forecasting, and lender reporting
  • Experience with ERP/accounting systems such as Newstar, Jonas, or similar
  • Advanced Microsoft Excel skills

Compensation & Benefits:

  • Starting salary: $120,000 annually (based on experience)
  • Annual performance bonus
  • Annual salary review
  • RRSP matching program
  • Comprehensive health and dental benefits
  • Employee discounts available after successful completion of the probationary period

Why Kelly®?

As a worker today, it’s up to you to take charge of your career and look for opportunities to learn, grow and achieve your potential. Helping you find what’s next is what we’re all about. We know what’s going on in the evolving world of work—just ask the nearly 500,000 people we employ each year. Connecting with us means getting the support, guidance and opportunities needed to take your career where you may have never imagined.

About Kelly®

At Kelly, we’re always thinking about what’s next and advising job seekers on new ways of working to reach their full potential. In fact, we’re a leading advocate for temporary/non-traditional workstyles, because we believe they allow flexibility and tremendous growth opportunities that enable a better way to work and live. Connecting great people with great companies is what we do best and our employment opportunities span a wide variety of workstyles, skill levels and industries around the world.

Kelly is an equal opportunity employer committed to employing a diverse workforce and providing accommodations for people with disabilities in all parts of the hiring process as required under its Employment Accommodation Policy. Kelly will work with applicants to meet accommodation needs that are made known to Kelly in advance.



As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account. In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan. Click here for more information on benefits and perks that may be available to you as a member of the Kelly Talent Community.

With Kelly®, it all adds up.

You’re looking to keep your career moving onward and upward, and we’re here to help you do just that. Our financial staffing experts connect you with top companies for opportunities where you can learn, grow, and thrive. Jobs that fit your skills and experience, and most importantly, fit right on your path of where you want to go in your career.

About Kelly

Work changes everything. And at Kelly, we’re obsessed with where it can take you. To us, it’s about more than simply accepting your next job opportunity. It’s the fuel that powers every next step of your life. It’s the ripple effect that changes and improves everything for your family, your community, and the world. Which is why, here at Kelly, we are dedicated to providing you with limitless opportunities to enrich your life—just ask the 300,000 people we employ each year.

Kelly is committed to providing a workplace environment that is inclusive and respects the dignity of those in our workforce. Consistent with that commitment, Kelly will ensure that persons who are otherwise able to work are not unfairly excluded from doing so based upon any grounds protected by applicable human rights legislation, and will make all reasonable efforts to accommodate the needs of applicants and employees in all employment processes including but not limited to, hiring, advancement, discharge, compensation, or training.

Kelly may use AI-powered tools during the recruitment and hiring process. For full details, including how Kelly uses AI, your rights, and how to request a reasonable accommodation, visit the Recruitment Artificial Intelligence Notice.
Create a job alert for this search

Corporate Controller / Director of Accounting • Markham, Ontario, CA

Similar jobs

Director of Accounting - Up to $190k + Extensive bonus USD - Remote (USA) - High-growth technol[...]

ConspicuousToronto, ON, CA
Remote
Full-time

Senior D365 Business Central Consultant (Finance) - Remote (Canada) - Up to $135k base CAD + benefits/bonus - Growing Microsoft Partner!.A high-growth consulting firm is looking for a Senior Functi... Show more

 • Promoted

Director, Accounting & Consolidation

EQ BankToronto
Full-time +1

Being a traditional bank just isn’t our thing, so we challenge ourselves to get creative in providing innovative banking solutions for Canadians.How do we get there? With a talented team of inquisi... Show more

 • Promoted

Director of Finance, Reporting & Control

Bond Brand LoyaltyToronto, ON, CA
Full-time

Director of Finance, Reporting & Control.At Bond, we specialize in creating enduring relationships between brands and their customers through innovative customer engagement and loyalty solutions.As... Show more

 • Promoted

Remote Strategic Solutions Director – Accounting & Finance

ROSSToronto, ON, CA
Remote
Full-time

A recruitment firm in Toronto is seeking an experienced individual to manage client relationships and enhance their Accounting and Finance recruitment practice.The ideal candidate has over 5 years ... Show more

 • Promoted

Accounting Manager

The Nationwide GroupMarkham, York Region, CA
Full-time

The Nationwide Group (TNG) is a pioneer in designing and developing outsourced financial services software, exclusively focused on creating comprehensive and customizable solutions for the real est... Show more

 • Promoted

Vice President, Corporate Finance & Reporting

Canada Development Investment Corporation (CDEV)Toronto, ON, CA
Full-time

Canada Development Investment Corporation (“CDEV”) is a self-sustained federal Crown corporation that has become the entity of choice for critical financial transactions needed to help the federal ... Show more

 • Promoted

Controller

The Finance GroupNewmarket, ON, CA
Full-time

North America to bring clarity, confidence, and strategy to their numbers.We help ambitious businesses make smarter financial decisions, without the overhead of a full in-house finance team.From Fr... Show more

 • Promoted

Corporate Controller

Imagine Recruitment & AdvisoryToronto, ON, CA
Full-time

Our client within the energy technology industry is seeking a Corporate Controller who can add immediate value to the leadership team.The Corporate Controller is responsible for overseeing the prep... Show more

 • Promoted

Strategic Corporate Controller for Proptech Growth

myAbodeToronto, ON, CA
Full-time

A Canadian prop-tech startup is seeking a Corporate Controller for their Toronto office.This role will lead the finance team, ensuring accurate month-end closes and overseeing financial reporting.I... Show more

 • Promoted

Accounting Leadership: Finance Controller

Stelumar Advanced Manufacturing Inc.Toronto, ON, CA
Full-time

Elevate financial processes as a Finance Controller with a focus on accounting leadership and ERP systems.Lead month-end closes, compliance, and team development in an evolving environment.This lea... Show more

 • Promoted

Controller for Accounting Operations in Toronto

Nasco Staffing SolutionsToronto, ON, CA
Full-time

Nasco Staffing Solutions seeks a Controller to lead accounting operations from our Toronto office.This hybrid role prioritizes financial reporting, integrity, and effective management.As a key part... Show more

 • Promoted

Senior Accountant, Corporate Accounting

Sherritt International CorporationToronto, ON, CA
Full-time

Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.Headquartered in Toronto, Canada, Sherritt is a world leader in using hydrometallurgical processes to mine and refine nickel and cobalt... Show more

 • Promoted

Corporate Accountant

BJRC RecruitingToronto, ON, CA
Full-time

The successful candidate will report to the Manager, Finance as part of the Corporate team in Downtown Toronto.Please note, this is a five day in-office role.Execute the monthly financial close pro... Show more

 • Promoted

Remote Interim Director of Accounting & Reporting

IFG International Financial Group LtdToronto, ON, CA
Remote
Temporary

A leader in Renewable Energy is seeking an Interim Director of Accounting & Reporting for a 3-month remote role, potentially extended.Responsibilities include reviewing US GAAP reporting, providing... Show more

 • Promoted

Director, Accounting & Consolidation

EQ Bank | Equitable BankToronto
Full-time +1

Being a traditional bank just isn’t our thing, so we challenge ourselves to get creative in providing innovative banking solutions for Canadians.How do we get there? With a talented team of inquisi... Show more

 • Promoted

Corporate Controller

Wesdome Gold MinesToronto
Full-time +1

Wesdome is a Canadian-focused gold producer with two high-grade underground assets, the Eagle River mine in Ontario and the Kiena mine in Québec.The Company's primary goal is to responsibly leverag... Show more

 • Promoted

Senior Corporate Accountant

Randstad CanadaToronto, ON, CA
Full-time

This range is provided by Randstad Canada.Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.Direct message the job poster from Randstad Canada.Hum... Show more

 • Promoted

Director of Accounting

Massey HenryToronto
Full-time

Massey Henry is pleased to support Fitzrovia in the recruitment for a Director, Accounting.Fitzrovia is a leading vertically integrated asset manager and developer focused on the high-growth reside... Show more

 • Promoted

Manager, Canadian Corporate Tax

MNPMarkham, York Region, CA
Full-time

Make an impact with our Tax team as a Manager.This diverse team of professionals delivers customized tax strategies within a complex and dynamic regulatory framework.As a trusted advisor, you’ll de... Show more

 • Promoted

Director of Finance

Sym-Tech Dealer ServicesRichmond Hill, York Region, CA
Temporary

Celebrating 55 years of growth, Sym-Tech is a leading finance and insurance provider to the retail automotive industry.At Sym-Tech we are looking for Associates who share our passion for innovation... Show more