We are looking for a highly motivated and experienced Corporate Controller to join our Corporate Accounting Team. Reporting to the VP, Accounting & Tax, this leadership role will oversee corporate accounting functions, enhance financial reporting processes, and act as a key liaison between the accounting team and other departments.

Key Responsibilities:

Financial Consolidation & Audit

• Oversee the preparation of annual consolidated financial statements and supporting working papers for the corporate parent company.
• Manage audits and review engagements for 30+ projects across the Westbank group.
• Maintain accurate books and records for the corporate parent company within the Westbank structure.

Digital Transformation & Process Improvement

• Lead the planning, configuration, and implementation of a company-wide ERP system conversion for consolidation.
• Recommend and implement best practices for modernization and efficiency of accounting processes.
• Ensure project milestones are accurately tracked by maintaining a project management plan, schedule and documentation.

Cash Flow & Financial Management

• Forecast and manage short-term (3–6 month) cash flow requirements across the organization.
• Support the Finance team in negotiating and administering loan documents while maintaining oversight of existing and potential loans.

Technical Accounting & Process Improvement

• Provide technical accounting support for property management, project development, and corporate entities, including new corporate structure plans, complex transactions and contract-related issues.
• Assist in setting up accounting systems, policies, and procedures for new operations or entities.
• Review agreements to identify key accounting, tax, reporting, cash flow, and insurance considerations.

Operations & Leadership

• Collaborate with multiple departments to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting.
• Support the accounting teams across project development, property management, and corporate operations.
• Supervise and mentor a team of 35 accounting professionals.
• Review internally prepared financial statements to ensure accuracy and compliance.

What We’re Looking For:

• CPA designation with a minimum of 5 years of progressive accounting experience.
• Strong technical accounting knowledge, including IFRS, ASPE, consolidation, foreign exchange, and real estate accounting.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, evolving environment.
• Strong analytical thinking, organizational, and leadership skills.
• Comfort working across various environments, including corporate offices, construction sites, and operations teams.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in real estate property management and project development accounting.
• Proficiency in Yardi and Timberline accounting systems.

Compensation: $135,000 - $165,000 depending on experience