Position: Controller
Location: Victoria IN-OFFICE
Salary: $140,000-$160,000+ Bonus, benefits
Industry: Industrial services
Company Overview
Our client is a successful and growing company in the mechanical services business. PE backed since 2025, they have a diverse customer base across residential, light commercial, and heavy commercial segments, with a mix of recurring service and project-based revenue.
They are looking for a hands-on Controller who will own the full cycle accounting including the month-end close, preparation of external and internal financial reporting, job costing, project reporting, and staff mentorship and management. Managing a team of 5-6 ppl and reporting into the VP Finance, this role plays a critical part of day to day operations.
Responsibilities:
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Own the full month-end close process end-to-end, delivering accurate, on-time results to the VP Finance
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Manage all general ledger activity, journal entries, accruals, reconciliations, and intercompany entries
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Produce the internal and external monthly reporting package including budget versus actual variance results analysis and supporting schedules alongside the VP Finance.
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Own compliance with Canadian indirect tax obligations (GST/PST/HST), payroll remittances, and corporate tax filings in coordination with external advisors
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Track actual project costs against initial quotes; build processes to flag variances early and escalate as required
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Maintain accurate WIP, revenue recognition, and project margin reporting, in conjunction with the operations team
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Oversee accounts receivable, accounts payable, and payroll functions
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Support the annual budgeting process, including the model build-out
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Support the weekly 13W rolling cash forecasting cycle, including updating weekly actuals, and build out of forecast assumptions
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Lead, develop, and hold accountable the day-to-day finance team (AR, AP, payroll, staff accounting)
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Drive process improvement and automation across the ERP
Qualifications:
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CPA designation or near completion.
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7+ years of progressive accounting experience
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3+ years of staff management or leadership experience
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Experience in trades, construction, field services, or other project-based businesses required
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Experience in working in a PE backed company is an asset
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Experience with QuickBooks Online is highly desirable
Why apply?
This is an incredible opportunity to join a successful and growing company in a PE backed Firm. Work with like minded individuals creating a dynamic, fast paced, fun environment and be rewarded with a great compensation package and excellent environment!
JOB ID: # 16817559
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