Controller

Mississauga, ON
$120,000-130,000 per year
Permanent
Full-time

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

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

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.

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.

Michael Page