Controller

Mississauga Permanent CA$120,000 - CA$130,000 per year Hybrid working View Job Description
Our client is looking for a Controller for their growing team. This is a hands-on leadership role ideal for a construction-experienced accounting professional who thrives in a project-driven environment and enjoys partnering closely with operations and executive leadership.

This role uses AI-assisted tools to support initial screening. All assessments and decisions are made by a human reviewer.

  • High-impact leadership role with operational visibility.
  • Competitive compensation with work-life balance in a stable industry.

About Our Client

Our client is a well-established and highly respected ICI general contractor, with over 35 years of industry experience. Known for their integrity, accountability, and project excellence, the organization is entering a period of continued growth and is seeking a Controller to lead and strengthen their financial operations.

Job Description

As Controller, you will serve as the financial leader of the business, ensuring accuracy, transparency, and insight across all financial activities:

  • Lead monthly and quarterly close, including P&L, balance sheet, cash flow, and WIP reporting
  • Oversee project cost accounting: budgets, progress billings, holdbacks, change orders, and job costing
  • Drive accountability in Estimate at Completion (EAC) forecasting and WIP reviews
  • Partner with Project Managers and Operations to improve forecasting, margin tracking, and decision-making
  • Oversee AR/AP, payroll, and cash management, ensuring strong internal controls
  • Lead annual budgeting and rolling forecasts, tying backlog and pipeline to financial planning
  • Own and optimize the ERP system (Jonas Premier), including automation, reporting, and dashboards
  • Coach and mentor the finance team, fostering development, clarity, and collaboration
  • Represent Finance within the EOS (Entrepreneurial Operating System) framework, supporting scorecards, Rocks, and issue resolution



MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class otherwise protected under applicable human rights legislation. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled and all other qualified applicants.MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class otherwise protected under applicable human rights legislation. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled and all other qualified applicants

The Successful Applicant

  • CPA designation (CA, CGA, or CMA)
  • 6-10+ years of progressive accounting experience
  • Direct construction or general contracting experience (job costing, WIP, percentage of completion)
  • Experience at the Manager or Senior Manager level
  • People management experience
  • Strong knowledge of ASPE/GAAP, revenue recognition, progress billing, subcontractor compliance, and bonding/insurance
  • Advanced Excel skills (Pivot Tables, Power Query); ERP expertise required (Jonas Premier experience is a strong asset)
  • Collaborative, hands-on leader with high ownership, sound judgment, and the ability to perform under pressure
  • Process-oriented mindset with a passion for improving systems and partnering with operations

What's on Offer

  • A competitive annual salary of $120,000 to $130,000 CAD.
  • Discretionary annual bonus.
  • Comprehensive benefits package (details to be determined).
  • PTO plus 4 additional paid days.
  • Opportunities for professional growth and leadership development.
  • The chance to contribute to a growing company in the property industry.
Contact
Jennifer Todd
Quote job ref
JN-042026-6991496

Job summary

Sector
Accounting
Sub Sector
Financial Controller
Industry
Property
Location
Mississauga
Job Type:
Permanent
Consultant name
Jennifer Todd
Job Reference
JN-042026-6991496
Job Nature
Hybrid working