Assistant Controller

Job ID : 498224

Work Type : Full Time Permanent

It is a great time to join the CRH Canada team! CRH Canada is going through an exciting business transformation which demands first-class Talent Management support to drive results.

We are building a world- class team. Make your mark!

You will be a successful addition to our team if you look at change as an opportunity to develop and contribute to the business.

You will be successful in your role if you like partnering with the business, presenting new ideas and providing excellent customer service.

Dufferin Construction, A CRH Company is currently hiring an Assistant Controller to join

their growing team!

Calling All Assistant Controllers looking to be a part of an exciting and innovative team!

Who we are

Recognized as one of and under the long established and respected name of , a CRH Company, we operate a multi-million construction business which provides construction services throughout Southern Ontario and on key projects across Canada.

Founded in 1912, Dufferin Construction has built a solid reputation for market excellence, drawing on a rich history and a strong heritage of quality, stability and innovative leadership in the marketplace.

Dufferin Construction is one of the largest heavy civil engineering contractors in the industry, employing over 1000 people.

Dufferin Construction offers a wide range of construction services that cater to the Heavy Civil, Commercial / Industrial, Municipal and Land Development market segments.

Why Work with Us?

• Competitive Compensation packages
• Group Medical, Extended Health and Dental Plan starting from Day 1
• Voluntary Savings Program TFSA & RRSP
• Defined Contribution Pension Plan
• Three Four weeks’ vacation
• Service Awards
• Bridge Scholarship Program
• Employee Referral Program
• Discounts on gym membership, telecommunications, home and auto insurance

Job Description :

Provide strategic decision support and financial guidance to the Controller of the Business Unit (BU) and their management team, Create and maintain a strong control environment while ensuring full transparency through analyses and recommendations.

Drive process improvements, build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders; maintain accounting and financial compliance of the BU.

Position Responsibilities :

• Contribute to the overall business strategy of the BU. Actively participate in the strategic, operational, and tactical activities of the BU.
• Active member of the BU Management Team and the Divisional Controller’s team.
• Conduct financial analyses and participate in management decisions to achieve business objectives.
• Assist the Controller for the integrity of the BU financial statements, forecasts, budgets, internal and external audits.
• Create full financial transparency to all stakeholders and recommend appropriate courses of action when results differ from plan.
• Assist the Controller to Ensure controls are in place to safeguard the company’s assets.
• Assist the Controller to Lead, manage, and execute the financial planning & budgeting processes of the BU.
• Ensure BU compliance to accounting and financial policies (IFRS, A / R, Inventory, Capital Expenditures controlling and monitoring).
• Educate BU Management & Staff on financial processes / policies and the financial impact of business & operational decisions.

Drive process improvements.

• Understand the business, operations, key drivers, and success factors.
• Focus on cost controlling & reduction initiatives and ensure that unfavourable variances are addressed in a timely manner.
• Assist the Controller to and team in working capital and cash flow management.
• Assist in special projects or assignments in the BU, Division, or Corporate Office as requested.

Education and Qualifications :

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration finance or an equivalent combination of studies and experience.
• Accounting designation required (CA, CGA, CMA, or CPA). MBA is an asset.
• Minimum of 4 years of progressive experience in accounting and finance.
• Experience in Manufacturing / Construction industries or in a similar role is an asset.

CRH Canada Group Inc. recognizes Canada’s diverse landscape. Accommodation is available upon request for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment and selection process.