Controller
Markham, ON
$110,000–$125,000 + Benefits
Primarily In-Office
Ref: 1127410
Your new company
Our client is an established Canadian organization providing property and professional services to a diverse portfolio of clients across the country. As the business continues to grow, they are looking to add an experienced Controller to lead and further develop their accounting function.
Your New Role
Reporting directly to senior leadership, you will lead the accounting function and be responsible for the accuracy and timeliness of financial reporting across a multi-provincial operation.
This is a hands-on leadership role where you will oversee the full accounting cycle, including AP, AR, GL, reconciliations and month, quarter and year-end close. You will prepare consolidated financial statements, manage portfolio-level reporting, including CAM/TMI reconciliations, and lead budgeting, forecasting and cash-flow management.
You will also oversee trust accounting, strengthen internal controls and accounting processes, support year-end audit requirements, and work with external accountants, auditors and tax advisors. In addition, you will supervise and mentor accounting staff while partnering with senior leadership on financial analysis, process improvements and continued growth.
What You’ll Need to Succeed
- CPA designation or near completion
- 5–7+ years of progressive accounting experience
- 2–3+ years in a Controller or senior accounting leadership role
- Previous property management accounting experience
- Yardi experience is required
- Strong knowledge of CAM/TMI reconciliations, lease administration and property-level financial reporting
- Experience with trust accounting and multi-provincial operations is an asset
- Spectra experience is a strong asset
- Advanced Excel skills
- Strong communication skills and the ability to work with senior leadership and external stakeholders
- English/French bilingualism is an asset
What you’ll get in return
You will receive a competitive base salary of $110,000–$125,000, along with health and dental benefits. The position is primarily office-based in Markham, with occasional work-from-home flexibility and some flexibility around start and finish times.
This is an opportunity to step into a senior finance leadership position with direct exposure to senior leadership and the ability to make a meaningful impact. You will have the opportunity to help shape the accounting function, improve processes and controls, and support the continued growth of the business.
What you need to do now
If you meet all the requirements for this role, please apply quoting reference number: 1127410. Thank you in advance for your interest.
This posting is for a new vacancy with the organization.
AI may be used in the screening process for this role.
