Corporate Controller

Who Is Our Client?

Our client is a prominent real estate company specializing in the acquisition and management of commercial and residential properties across Canada. They are among the most active buyers on the market in Canada, solidifying their position as a major player in the industry with a series of strategic acquisitions.

What Is Our Client Looking For?

Our client is seeking an experienced Corporate Controller with strong IFRS expertise and a proven track record leading financial reporting, compliance, and accounting operations within a complex, growth-oriented environment.

Tasks & Responsibilities

Financial Reporting & IFRS Compliance

• Lead the preparation and review of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with IFRS.
• Review property acquisition, disposition, and financing agreements to evaluate accounting impacts, identify complex IFRS and IAS 40 considerations, and ensure accurate and timely recording of related transactions.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant accounting standards, regulatory requirements, and corporate policies.
• Monitor emerging IFRS developments and assess their impact on the organization.
• Assist SVP in managing external audits and coordinate with auditors, tax advisors, and regulatory bodies.
• Maintain robust accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls.

Business Partnership & Strategic Support

• Act as a trusted business partner to residential and commercial segment accounting leaders.
• Provide financial insights to support revenue growth, margin improvement, cost optimization, and operational efficiency initiatives.
• Translate complex financial information into clear, actionable business recommendations.
• Support the development and execution of business strategies through data-driven analysis.

Financial Operations & Controls

• Oversee the general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, treasury, and month-end close processes.
• Ensure timely and accurate financial reporting across all business units.
• Strengthen internal controls, risk management processes, and governance frameworks.
• Drive process improvements, automation initiatives, and system enhancements to improve efficiency and reporting capabilities.
• Assist in managing cash flow forecasting and working capital optimization.

Leadership & Team Development

• Lead, mentor, and develop the corporate accounting team.
• Foster a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and high performance.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance accounting literacy and decision-making throughout the organization.

Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.
• CPA, CA, ACCA, or equivalent professional accounting designation required.
• 8+ years of progressive finance and accounting experience, including public accounting experience, preferably with a Big 4 firm.
• Strong expertise in IFRS reporting, financial statement preparation, and technical accounting.
• Real estate industry experience is considered an asset, including application of IAS 40 (Investment Properties).
• Experience supporting senior executives and operating within complex, multi-entity or multinational environments.
• Proven experience in FP&A, budgeting, forecasting, financial modeling, and strategic financial planning.
• Advanced knowledge of financial reporting, treasury, controls, compliance, audit, and governance frameworks.
• Proficiency with ERP systems, financial reporting tools, advanced Excel, data analytics, and dashboarding solutions.
• Demonstrated leadership experience building, mentoring, and developing high-performing finance teams.
• Strong commercial acumen, strategic thinking, analytical capabilities, and decision-support skills.