Controller

Job Description

Job Description

Controller

hybrid

2580 Matheson Boulevard East 201, Mississauga, Ontario, Canada, L4W 4J1

Description

At Royalty General Construction, we build more than spaces — we build trust. With over 35 years in the ICI construction industry, we take pride in our commitment to accountability, transparency, and excellence. As we continue to grow, we’re looking for a Controller who thrives in a fast-paced, project-driven environment and can lead our financial operations with confidence, precision, and partnership.

What You’ll Be Doing

As our Controller, you’ll be the financial leader supporting operational excellence and profitability across all projects. You’ll work closely with Project Managers, Estimators, and Leadership to ensure our financial systems, reporting, and controls are accurate, timely, and aligned with the business’s strategic goals.

• Lead monthly and quarterly financial close, ensuring timely reporting of P&L, balance sheet, WIP, and cash flow statements.
• Oversee all project cost accounting activities, including budgeting, progress billings, holdbacks, and change orders.
• Drive accuracy and accountability in Estimate at Completion (EAC) forecasting and Work-in-Progress (WIP) reviews.
• Partner with operations to strengthen forecasting, margin tracking, and decision-making.
• Oversee AR / AP, payroll, and cash management with strong internal controls and process discipline.
• Lead annual budgeting and rolling forecasts, connecting backlog and bid pipeline to financial planning.
• Own and optimize our ERP system (Jonas Premier) — standardize data, automate reporting, and develop dashboards for actionable insights.
• Coach and mentor the finance team, ensuring collaboration, development, and clarity in goals and performance.
• Represent Finance in the EOS (Entrepreneurial Operating System) — ensuring scorecards, Rocks, and Issues Lists drive meaningful results.

What You Bring

Why Join Us?

If you're ready to lead with purpose and drive operational success, we’d love to hear from you!

At Royalty Construction, we offer a dynamic work environment where relationships thrive. Our vision includes a world where collaboration and cooperation are once again key elements to health & safety in construction. One project at a time, we will make a positive difference, building partners for life and where we value Courage, Authenticity, Relationships First, Excellence and a Sense of Ownership [CARES].

Building Diversity in Construction

At Royalty General Construction, we are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace. We recognize that women, along with other underrepresented groups, including Indigenous peoples, racialized individuals, and persons with disabilities face barriers in the construction industry. We encourage you to apply.

Note on Pay Transparency and Recruitment Practices

In accordance with Ontario’s Pay Transparency and Fair Recruitment requirements effective January 1, 2026, Royalty General Construction will include a compensation range for each publicly advertised position. This range is provided to meet legislative requirements; however, final compensation will always be determined based on the role, scope of responsibilities, and the successful candidate’s skills and experience.

We confirm that this posting is for an existing vacancy. Royalty General Construction does not use artificial intelligence [AI] tools in screening, assessing, or selecting applicants these decisions are made by people. All applicants who are interviewed will be advised within 45 days as to whether a hiring decision has been made.