Controller in Toronto

Our client, a well-established and respected construction company, is seeking an experienced Accounting Manager / Controller to oversee the day-to-day accounting and financial operations of the organization. This is a hands-on leadership position suited to an accounting professional who enjoys taking ownership of the full accounting cycle while overseeing a small accounting/administrative team. The role will have responsibility for cash flow, financial reporting, payroll, AP/AR, government remittances, reconciliations, and accounting related to the company's property and tenant portfolio.

Key Responsibilities

• Financial Reporting & Accounting
  • Prepare monthly and interim financial statements and management reporting.
  • Lead the month-end close process, including monthly journal entries, reconciliations, and supporting schedules.
  • Perform and review bank and general ledger account reconciliations.
  • Prepare regular bank status and cash position reports.
  • Manage cash flow and monitor short-term funding requirements.
  • Prepare and coordinate federal and provincial corporate tax installments.
  • Ensure accurate and timely HST/GST reporting and remittances.
• Accounts Receivable & Accounts Payable
  • Manage accounts receivable, collections, and cash application.
  • Oversee the accounts payable function and ensure invoices and payments are processed accurately and on time.
  • Coordinate rush and priority cheque requirements.
  • Monitor outstanding receivables and payables and proactively address issues.
• Payroll & Benefits
  • Manage management/office payroll and oversee payroll administration for field employees.
  • Ensure payroll information is accurate and processed within established deadlines.
  • Coordinate employee benefit remittances.
  • Manage WSIB claims, reporting, and clearance certificates.
• Property & Tenant Accounting
  • Prepare monthly tenant billings.
  • Track lease payments and TMI (taxes, maintenance, and insurance) recoveries.
  • Monitor tenant accounts, outstanding balances, and related reconciliations.
  • Maintain accurate accounting records relating to the company's properties and tenants.
• Team & Office Oversight
  • Supervise the day-to-day activities of the accounting function.
  • Review work completed by accounting staff and ensure appropriate internal controls are maintained.
  • Establish priorities and ensure monthly accounting deadlines are consistently met.
  • Work closely with ownership/senior management and provide timely financial information to support business decisions.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, ideally within construction, property management, real estate, development, or a related industry.
• Strong hands-on experience with the full accounting cycle.
• Demonstrated experience with cash flow management, month-end reporting, AP, AR, payroll, bank reconciliations, and government remittances.
• Previous experience supervising or overseeing accounting staff.
• Knowledge of HST/GST, WSIB, payroll and corporate tax installment requirements.
• Strong Excel skills and experience working with accounting/ERP systems.
• CPA designation or accounting degree/diploma is an asset, but equivalent hands-on experience will be considered.
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• A practical, hands-on approach with strong communication and problem-solving skills.