We are assisting our client in the search for a Controller to steer all aspects of financial reporting, planning, and control for a growing organization in Ottawa. Reporting to the CFO and leading a skilled team, you will be responsible for accurate financial insight, robust processes, and strategic decision support. This is a hybrid role and is permanent in Ottawa.

 

What you’ll do

• Lead and continuously improve month-end and year-end close, ensuring timely, accurate results
• Analyze full financial statements, investigate variances, and present actionable insights to senior leadership
• Deliver clear management reports, dashboards, and forecasts that guide operational and strategic decisions
• Maintain and refine budgeting, long-range planning, and complex pro-forma models
• Oversee external audits, lender reviews, and compliance filings, acting as primary contact for all external stakeholders
• Mentor and evolve the accounting team, shaping structure and capability to match business growth
• Direct AR, AP, cash-management, and foreign-currency processes to optimize working capital
• Drive systems and process enhancements that improve data integrity and efficiency
• Partner with the CFO on major strategic, operational, and tactical initiatives

 

Requirements

• 8+ years of senior-level experience leading finance teams
• CPA designation with a strong auditing foundation
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related discipline
• Demonstrated expertise interpreting complex financial data and building large-scale Excel models
• Proven ability to manage multiple audits, lender reviews, and government reporting cycles
• Hands-on confidence with modern ERP and BI platforms
• Working knowledge of corporate tax, multi-currency consolidations, and asset-based lending is considered an asset

We’re an equal opportunity employer committed to increasing diversity and inclusion in today’s workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. Minorities, women, LGBTQ candidates, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. If you require an accommodation, please review our accessibility policy and reach out to our accessibility officer with any questions.