2 results for Assistant Controller in Ottawa, ON

Controller

Gloucester, ON
onsite
Permanent
140000 - 170000 CAD / Yearly
Our client is a growing, well-capitalized Canadian organization entering an exciting phase of expansion. This is a unique opportunity to join a collaborative leadership team and play a key role in building a scalable finance function while supporting a variety of strategic business initiatives. This is a broad Controller position that extends well beyond traditional financial reporting. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to contribute to finance transformation, process improvement, systems optimization, acquisition activity, and the continued development of a high-performing finance organization. The Opportunity:Reporting to senior finance leadership, the Controller will oversee the organization's core financial reporting and controllership functions while partnering with leaders across the business to support continued growth. This role offers significant exposure to strategic initiatives and the opportunity to help shape the future of the finance function within a dynamic and entrepreneurial environment. Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Lead the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes.</li><li>Oversee the preparation of financial statements in accordance with IFRS.</li><li>Manage the annual external audit process and coordinate with auditors and advisors.</li><li>Maintain and strengthen internal controls, accounting policies, and financial reporting processes.</li><li>Prepare management reporting, financial analysis, budgets, and forecasts.</li><li>Drive process improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency and scalability across the finance function.</li><li>Lead or support finance transformation projects, including ERP optimization, reporting enhancements, and automation initiatives.</li><li>Support strategic initiatives, including acquisition-related activities and business integration projects.</li><li>Partner with operational leaders to improve financial processes and support business decision-making.</li><li>Help build and develop the finance team as the organization continues to grow.</li><li>Participate in special projects and other initiatives as required.</li></ul>
2026-06-29T00:00:00Z

Controller

Ottawa, ON
onsite
Permanent
180000 - 200000 CAD / Yearly
Our client is seeking an experienced Controller to lead the finance function for their office in Ottawa, Ontario. This position is responsible for providing financial stewardship, strengthening oversight practices, and delivering accurate reporting that supports informed executive decision-making. The successful candidate will guide a finance team, promote strong governance, and help build a culture grounded in accountability, inclusion, and ethical leadership. Responsibilities:• Direct the day-to-day activities of the finance team, offering leadership, coaching, and clear priorities to support high-quality outcomes.• Manage core financial operations across accounting, budgeting, forecasting, payroll coordination, and financial reporting to ensure effective departmental performance.• Prepare and review financial statements and management reports, ensuring information is accurate, complete, and delivered within required timelines.• Lead the annual budgeting cycle, track results against plan, and provide variance analysis and recommendations to senior leadership.• Strengthen and maintain financial controls, policies, and procedures to support compliance, governance, and operational consistency.• Oversee year-end financial close activities and act as the primary contact for internal and external review engagements.• Provide strategic analysis on financial performance, organizational risks, and funding considerations to support leadership decisions.• Manage financial systems and reporting tools while identifying opportunities to improve processes, efficiency, and continuity within finance operations.• Represent the organization in discussions related to financial matters with external partners, government representatives, and financial institutions.• Advance diversity, equity, and inclusion practices within the finance function while reinforcing transparency and ethical conduct.
2026-06-08T00:00:00Z