At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead financial processes and manage complex accounting in a dynamic construction environment.
- Company: Join Taggart Construction and Doran Contractors, family-owned businesses with over 75 years of history.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, career growth opportunities, and a supportive work culture.
- Other info: Embrace a collaborative environment focused on integrity, quality, and community.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in the construction industry while developing your finance leadership skills.
- Qualifications: Must have a Canadian CPA and significant experience in finance and accounting.
Company: Taggart Construction Limited & Doran Contractors Ltd.
Location: 3187 Albion Road South, Ottawa, Ontario
About Us
Taggart Construction Limited has built essential services in Eastern Ontario for over 75 years, specializing in heavy civil construction, residential and commercial site servicing, sewers and watermain installation, site grading, and road construction. Doran Contractors Ltd. has a rich history in general contracting, focusing on timely and budget-friendly project completion while exceeding client expectations.
About this Role
The Director of Finance, Construction, is responsible for leading change, strengthening financial processes and controls, managing complex accounting matters, coordinating finance activities across Taggart Construction, Doran Contractors, and related equipment leasing entities, and maintaining overall accountability for the payroll function. This role combines technical accounting leadership with organizational change management and practical business partnership.
Key Responsibilities
- Financial Reporting and Complex Accounting: Provide strategic and technical finance leadership to the Controller and accounting teams. Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting across a complex, multi-company construction portfolio. Lead the assessment and resolution of complex accounting matters and ensure compliance with ASPE and company policies.
- Change Management and Process Improvement: Collaborate with the Financial Systems and Process team to support finance-related change initiatives. Assess existing finance processes and establish practical improvement priorities.
- Interdepartmental Coordination and Business Partnership: Build strong working relationships with fellow Directors and senior leaders. Provide clear, practical advice on complex accounting and financial reporting.
- Payroll Oversight: Maintain overall accountability for the payroll function, ensuring integration with finance and operations.
- Leadership, Governance and External Relationships: Provide leadership and technical support to the finance team. Coordinate with auditors, tax advisors, lenders, and other external stakeholders.
Education and Experience Requirements
- Canadian CPA designation is required.
- Significant progressive accounting and finance experience, including senior-level leadership in a complex, multi-company environment.
- Strong technical knowledge of Canadian accounting standards and practices, including ASPE.
- Experience providing senior-level accountability for a payroll function.
- Strong ERP and financial systems experience in construction or project-based environments.
Accommodation Requests
The Taggart Group of Companies is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities in all aspects of the recruitment and selection process.
Salary Range
The posted compensation range of $175,000 to $205,000 represents the anticipated total target compensation for the role, including both base salary and estimated annual incentive (bonus) opportunity.
Thank You for Considering the Taggart Group of Companies
We appreciate every application, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Director of Finance, Construction employer: Doran Contractors Limited
At Taggart Construction Limited & Doran Contractors Ltd., we pride ourselves on being a family-owned business with over 75 years of experience in the construction industry, fostering a supportive and collaborative work culture. Our commitment to employee growth is evident through hands-on experience opportunities and a focus on continuous improvement, ensuring that every team member can thrive in their career while making a meaningful impact in the community. Located in Ottawa, Ontario, we offer competitive compensation and a dynamic environment where your contributions are valued and recognized.
