Corporate Controller

Reference number

2026-0048

Salary

Market + benefits

Details

• Drive continuous improvement of accounting processes and optimization of tools
• Manage month-end close activities and financial controls
• Identify variances and resolve issues to maintain high-quality balance sheet reconciliations
• Maintain and strengthen internal controls, accounting policies, and operational procedures
• Lead the preparation, validation, and follow-up of intercompany transactions

Description

We are offering an opportunity to join a globally recognized engineering firm as a Corporate Controller, known for its innovative solutions and strong impact. Experiencing significant growth, the organization operates in a dynamic environment with a strong focus on international expansion. You will report to the Director of Finance, a rigorous and engaged leader recognized for his involvement with the team. You will thrive in a results-driven environment that offers a high degree of autonomy, as long as the deliverables are met. If you are seeking a role that offers purpose, growth, and challenge, this is an excellent opportunity to advance your career within an ambitious and forward-thinking team. The position is offered in a hybrid work model. 

In this role, you will lead and execute the period-end close process, ensuring the accurate and timely preparation of journal entries, reconciliations, and financial deliverables. You will maintain high-quality balance sheet reconciliations by proactively identifying discrepancies and ensuring their resolution.

You will perform detailed profit and loss analyses, explain variances, and provide recommendations to management and stakeholders. You will also be responsible for analyzing foreign exchange gains and losses, ensuring alignment with accounting and tax requirements.

You will produce reliable, relevant, and timely financial reports to support corporate and regional decision-making. In parallel, you will maintain and strengthen internal controls, accounting policies, and operational procedures to ensure compliance and the integrity of financial operations.

You will play a key role in driving continuous improvement of accounting processes, including identifying and implementing automation, standardization, and tool optimization initiatives. You will actively support internal and external audits by preparing documentation, responding to inquiries, and ensuring the smooth execution of audit processes.

You will lead the preparation, validation, and follow-up of intercompany transactions on a global scale, ensuring accuracy and completeness. You will also oversee the execution and review of global recharge and allocation models in collaboration with international finance teams.

Finally, you will act as a key partner to the tax team by supporting tax provision calculations, reporting, and compliance requirements. You will also contribute to the development of accounting teams, including local and offshore resources, by providing guidance and coaching, while fostering a culture of performance, accountability, and innovation.

This is an excellent opportunity to leverage your expertise in a dynamic and innovative environment.

Profile

CPA, fully bilingual, with a minimum of 5 years of experience in corporate accounting, controllership, or financial reporting. You stand out for your strong technical skills, advanced proficiency in Excel, and expertise with financial reporting tools. With a strong analytical mindset, you are able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment and deliver high-value, practical solutions. Comfortable communicating with various stakeholders, you can effectively translate complex financial information and present it clearly to diverse audiences. You are proficient with technology and ERP systems, particularly Oracle, positioning you as a strong candidate for this role.

About us

CIELO is a recruitment firm specializing in finance, accounting and management in Quebec, Canada and internationally. Our head office is located in downtown Montreal. Only successful candidates will be invited to an interview. We would like to thank all the candidates for showing interest in this position. The masculine form is used to lighten the text.