40 hours per week, on-site (option to work 4 or 5 days)
Are you a hands-on professional who enjoys understanding operations, working with numbers, and finding ways to improve processes?
Our client, a well-established company located in Laval operating in an entrepreneurial and technical environment, is looking for a Controller to play a key role within the organization.
This is a great opportunity for someone who wants to take ownership of operational accounting. The position can be primarily focused on accounting or, depending on the candidate’s interests, may also include involvement in the development and optimization of systems, IT tools, and process automation.
Reporting directly to the President and working closely with operations, you will have a high level of autonomy and a real opportunity to make an impact within the organization.
Tasks
Managing the full accounting cycle, including journal entries, reconciliations, adjustments, and month-end closings;
Preparing monthly and annual financial statements for the various entities and consolidating results;
Monitoring work in progress (WIP), revenue recognition, costs, and margins by project;
Monitoring the financial performance of the various divisions and analyzing their profitability;
Participating in the preparation and monitoring of budgets;
Providing management with clear and relevant financial information to support decision-making;
Coordinating year-end audits and collaborating with external firms;
Supervising an Accounts Payable Technician and ensuring the smooth processing of invoicing and payments;
Participating in the accounting aspects of payroll, including government remittances, T4s, and other required reports;
Working closely with operations to accurately translate operational realities into financial data;
Actively participating in the improvement and automation of accounting processes;
Contributing to the optimization of ERP systems, management tools, and certain IT initiatives;
Participating, as required, in financial analyses related to acquisitions and the integration of new entities;
Presenting financial results to management as needed and explaining budget variances and changes in profitability;
Performing any other related duties.
If you’re ready to take on a new challenge, we want to meet you!
Advantages
A key role with a real impact on operations;
A highly versatile position combining accounting, analysis, process improvement, and IT;
The possibility of working 4 or 5 days per week, depending on the candidate’s profile;
4 weeks of vacation;
Group insurance;
Direct collaboration with the President and senior management;
A well-established company offering a positive work environment;
A team where collaboration and synergy among employees are highly valued;
A position based in Laval.
Job requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or Accounting;
Minimum of a university certificate combined with relevant experience in an SME or construction company;
Relevant accounting experience and strong knowledge of the full accounting cycle;
Experience preparing financial statements, budgets, and year-end files;
Experience with project accounting and work in progress (WIP), a strong asset;
Experience in the construction industry or a technical services environment, an asset;
Strong understanding of operations and an interest in working closely with operational teams;
Comfortable working with computer systems, ERP systems, and technology tools;
Interest in process automation and the use of artificial intelligence in finance;
Autonomy, attention to detail, resourcefulness, and strong analytical skills;
Ability to communicate financial information in a clear and practical manner;
Entrepreneurial mindset and collaborative approach.