Controller-WG1063

Summit Search Groupis proud to partner with our client in the recruitment of a Controller.

The Controller will play a key role in strengthening financial systems improving reporting and supporting operational decision-making across multiple business lines.

The Opportunity

Reporting to ownership the Controller will oversee day-to-day financial operations while providing accurate timely reporting and financial insight. This role will manage accounting processes ensure compliance and support budgeting forecasting and cash flow management.

The successful candidate will work closely with an established bookkeeper building on existing processes while enhancing financial visibility controls and operational efficiency across the organization.

About the Company

Our client is an integrated design-build firm self-performing key trades such as concrete and framing. With a focus on craftsmanship transparency and client satisfaction they have built a strong reputation for delivering high-end custom homes throughout the region. Their integrated approach allows for greater control efficiency and accountability across every phase of construction.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Management & Reporting

Oversee full-cycle accounting across multiple entities and divisions

Prepare monthly quarterly and annual financial statements

Manage divisional P&Ls and develop meaningful financial reporting

Lead budgeting forecasting and cash flow management

Perform variance analysis and provide insights to leadership

Coordinate year-end processes with external accountants

Construction & Project Accounting

Maintain accurate job costing and project financial tracking

Monitor WIP (Work in Progress) and project profitability

Track construction draws billing holdbacks and subcontractor payments

Support costing and financial oversight across custom homes renovations and development projects

Ensure proper allocation of overhead and intercompany transactions

Systems & Operational Oversight

Oversee accounting systems internal controls and processes

Manage and support the bookkeeping function

Ensure compliance with payroll remittances and tax filings (GST/PST)

Support integration between accounting and construction management systems

Identify and implement process improvements to enhance reporting and efficiency

Leadership & Business Support

Provide financial insight to support operational and strategic decisions

Partner with ownership on business planning and growth initiatives

Help establish scalable systems to support continued expansion

Foster accountability and financial discipline across the organization

Opportunity to build and develop your own accounting team including clerical support.

Qualifications

8-10 years of accounting or finance experience ideally within construction homebuilding development or a related industry

Strong understanding of project-based accounting and job costing

Experience managing multiple entities and divisional reporting

Advanced proficiency with QuickBooks

Strong analytical organizational and problem-solving skills

Excellent communication and ability to work cross-functionally

High attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities

Experience with a construction CRM platform (buildertrend procore etc) is an asset

For more information or to submit your resume please reach out toGail Eckertat Summit Search Group

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