Location
Ottawa, ON | Canada
Job description
BUILD YOUR CAREER AT BLACK & MCDONALD
Black & McDonald is an integrated, multi‑trade service provider that safely delivers high quality construction, facilities management, and technical solutions. We are a family-owned and family-run company that employs thousands of highly skilled and talented professionals across North America. With 100 + years of diverse market experience, we are a forward‑thinking organization with a strong track record of delivering operational excellence and customer-focused solutions that stand the test of time.
ABOUT THIS OPPORTUNITIY
Black & McDonald's accounting team is growing! If you are an independent, enthusiastic, and driven professional searching for an opportunity to build a solid foundation for your career, this position is for you. Duties are to execute the accounting functions of the Northern Ontario Region in accordance with Corporate Policies and Business Process Standards. Ensure production of accurate and timely financial statements and related reports. The Controller position is located in Ottawa.
Duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Acts as a key resource and financial liaison with Corporate head office
- General ledger accountability, budget, overhead and recoveries monitoring, expense review and cost control, and audit preparedness and auditor liaison
- Accountable to ensure that all transactions are processed as per company procedures in an effort to ensure the journals, ledgers and other records, including payroll records, are properly maintained
- Reviews with RVP and Divisional Managers periodic management reports, as required, to convey findings regarding analysis of targeted performance, and to help identify and rectify problem areas
- Coordinate the implementation, maintenance, monitoring and administration of company policies, procedures, systems and controls
- Work with the RVP and Divisional Managers on collection of accounts receivable to ensure timely receipts for work performed
- Work with the Regional leaders to analyze and interpret trends requiring their attention, and preparation of findings and specific recommendations to Regional VP.
- Represent the company professional and ethically in all business matters and concerns
- Monitor cash flows and advise RVP and Divisional Managers on measures required remediation
- Perform periodic review of job progress reports for variances and assumptions testing
- Take reasonable steps to guard against possible theft of company property and assets
- Foster a climate within Accounting and Administration where enthusiasm and morale results in achievement of departmental objectives
- Provide leadership, and clearly communicate expectations to employees
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications such as Word, Excel, Project and Outlook
- Excellent communication, planning and organizational skills
- Ability to establish a strong working relationship with co-workers
COMPETENCY REQUIREMENTS
- Accounting designation (CA/CMA/CGA/CPA) required.
- Minimum 5 years experience in the capacity of controller
- Ability to process full accounting cycle up to and including financial statement preparation
- The ability to accurately and completely analyze Financial Statements, recognize problem areas, and provide solid successful solutions and corrective actions.
- Ability to multi-task, prioritize and delegate
- An individual who is self-directed and has superior written and verbal communication skills
WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
- Previous experience in the Construction industry would be an asset
SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications such as Word, Excel, Project and Outlook
- Excellent communication, planning and organizational skills
- Ability to establish a strong working relationship with co-workers
Black & McDonald welcomes and encourages applications from persons with disabilities.
Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the recruitment and selection process.
If you are an existing Black & McDonald employee, please notify your supervisor of your interest and intent to apply before applying.
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