Financial Controller

Job Description

Job Description

About the Company

Sarina Homes is a Calgary-based real estate development company specializing in multi-family residential communities. We manage projects from land acquisition through development, construction, leasing, and long-term operations, working closely with investors, lenders, and partners.

Position Overview

The Controller is a senior financial leader responsible for overseeing corporate accounting, project financial reporting, compliance, cash flow, investor reporting, and financial administration across multiple development entities and partnerships. This role plays a critical part in supporting project financing, investor relations, and operational efficiency while ensuring strong financial controls and regulatory compliance.

Key Responsibilities

1. Financial Reporting & Compliance

• Oversee year-end financial workbooks and liaise with external accountants for Notice to Reader (NTR) and tax return preparation
• Review GST filings for all entities
• Review monthly bank reconciliations prepared by accounting staff
• Oversee CRA and Ministry of Finance accounts, ensuring deadlines and remittances are met
• Maintain corporate minute books, seals, and annual corporate filings
• Liaise with external accounting firm on tax planning, filings, and corporate structuring
• Prepare annual lender due diligence packages and covenant reporting
• Oversee property tax accounts and coordinate with consultants on assessments and appeals
• Perform monthly trial balance reviews for all entities and provide feedback to accounting staff
• Prepare quarterly G&A financial reporting for Sarina Homes and analyze budget vs. actual variances

2. Project Accounting & Draws

3. Project Financing & Investor Reporting

4. Payroll & Human Resources Administration

5. Partnership & Entity Structuring

6. Property Management Financial Oversight

7. Financing Support (Land & Construction)

8. Acquisitions & Dispositions

9. Cash Flow & Systems Management

10. General & Administrative

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Why Join Sarina Homes?