Contract Finance Manager / Acting Controller

Job Description

<h3>Job Description</h3><p>Job Description<p><p><p><strong>Job Title: Contract Finance Manager / Acting Controller(CPA) – 6- 12 Month Contract</strong></p><p><strong>Location:</strong> Downtown Toronto, Ontario<br /><strong>Industry:</strong> Construction & Real Estate<br /><strong>Contract Length:</strong> 6 months (with potential extension)<br /><strong>Start Date:</strong> ASAP / Flexible</p><ul><li><strong>6 12-month contract</strong> with the potential for extension</li><li>Competitive hourly or daily rate (commensurate with experience).</li><li>On-site work, based out of <strong>Downtown Toronto</strong>.</li></ul><p><strong>About the Role</strong></p><p>We are seeking an experienced <strong>Controller (CPA)</strong> to join our team on a 6-month contract. The ideal candidate brings strong accounting leadership, proven experience in the <strong>construction and real estate sectors</strong>, and the ability to oversee full-cycle financial management for a growing organization. This role is based in our Downtown Toronto office and requires hands-on involvement in operations, reporting, and process improvement.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><p><strong>Financial Management & Reporting</strong></p><ul><li>Oversee full-cycle accounting, month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes.</li><li>Prepare and analyze financial statements, management reports, cash-flow forecasts, and KPI dashboards.</li><li>Ensure compliance with <strong>ASPE/IFRS</strong> and internal accounting policies.</li><li>Manage budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.</li></ul><p><strong>Construction & Real Estate Accounting</strong></p><ul><li>Oversee project accounting, job costing, WIP reporting, and project margin analysis.</li><li>Review and monitor project budgets, billings, progress draws, holdbacks, and subcontractor payments.</li><li>Manage accounting for property portfolios including leases, capital expenditures, depreciation, and property operating costs.</li></ul><p><strong>Leadership & Operations</strong></p><ul><li>Supervise the accounting team; provide mentorship, coaching, and performance management.</li><li>Manage external audits, tax filings, and banking relationships.</li><li>Optimize accounting processes, internal controls, and financial systems.</li><li>Support senior leadership with financial insights for decision-making.<p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><p><strong>Financial Management & Reporting</strong></p><ul><li>Oversee full-cycle accounting, month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes.</li><li>Prepare and analyze financial statements, management reports, cash-flow forecasts, and KPI dashboards.</li><li>Ensure compliance with <strong>ASPE/IFRS</strong> and internal accounting policies.</li><li>Manage budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.</li></ul><p><strong>Construction & Real Estate Accounting</strong></p><ul><li>Oversee project accounting, job costing, WIP reporting, and project margin analysis.</li><li>Review and monitor project budgets, billings, progress draws, holdbacks, and subcontractor payments.</li><li>Manage accounting for property portfolios including leases, capital expenditures, depreciation, and property operating costs.</li></ul><p><strong>Leadership & Operations</strong></p><ul><li>Supervise the accounting team; provide mentorship, coaching, and performance management.</li><li>Manage external audits, tax filings, and banking relationships.</li><li>Optimize accounting processes, internal controls, and financial systems.</li><li>Support senior leadership with financial insights for decision-making.</li><li><p><strong>Contract Details</strong></p><ul><li><strong>6-month contract</strong> with the potential for extension</li><li>Competitive hourly or daily rate (commensurate with experience).</li><li>5 Days on-site work, based out of <strong>Downtown Toronto</strong>.</li><li><strong>CPA designation required</strong> (CPA CA, CMA, or CGA).</li><li><strong>5–10+ years</strong> of progressive accounting experience, including Controller or Senior Manager roles.</li><li>Direct experience in <strong>construction (WIP, job costing)</strong> and <strong>real estate accounting</strong>.</li><li>Strong understanding of <strong>ASPE/IFRS</strong>, budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis.</li><li>Proficiency with accounting/ERP systems , (Yardi a Must)</li><li>Advanced Excel skills; strong analytical and problem-solving ability.</li><li>Excellent communication skills and ability to work in a fast-paced environment.</li><li><p><strong>Contract Details</strong></p><ul><li><strong>6 12-month contract</strong> with the potential for extension</li><li>Competitive hourly or daily rate (commensurate with experience).</li><li>On-site work, based out of <strong>Downtown Toronto</strong>.</li></ul></li></ul></li></ul><p><hr /></p></li></ul><p><hr /></p></p></p></p>