Controller (Edmonton)

We are looking for an experienced Controller to lead financial operations and provide clear, timely insight into business performance for our Edmonton, Alberta team. This position plays a key role in strengthening internal controls, guiding the accounting function, and supporting leadership with accurate reporting and analysis. The successful candidate will combine strong technical accounting knowledge with people leadership and a practical, detail-oriented approach. Responsibilities: - Oversee the organization’s financial results by tracking performance, identifying trends, and preparing meaningful analysis for leadership review. - Produce monthly financial packages, key metrics, and management reports, ensuring information is accurate, well-organized, and delivered on schedule. - Establish, maintain, and improve financial controls to support compliance with company standards and applicable regulations. - Direct day-to-day accounting activities, including review of journal entries, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll-related entries, and required statutory filings. - Lead, coach, and support the accounting team by setting expectations, developing capabilities, and promoting high-quality work. - Manage recruitment, onboarding, training, and ongoing supervision of accounting staff to build a solid and effective team. - Maintain productive working relationships with banking contacts, suppliers, auditors, and other external financial stakeholders. - Partner with external auditors and senior leadership to complete year-end reporting, tax filings, and other compliance requirements in a timely manner. - Degree in business, accounting, or finance, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience, with solid knowledge of accounting principles and practices. - At least 5 years of accounting experience, including a minimum of 2 years in a leadership or management capacity. - Progress toward or completion of an accounting designation is considered an asset. - Familiarity with federal, provincial, and local reporting obligations and financial compliance requirements. - Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities, with close attention to detail and an understanding of broader business impacts. - Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and Word, along with experience using accounting and reporting systems. - Effective written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to work independently and collaborate with senior leadership and internal teams. - Experience in an automotive environment is preferred but not required. If this sounds like the role for you, please apply today! Please reference job number 05060-0013430031 in all correspondence. Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. Questions? Call your local office at 1.888.490.5461. All applicants applying for Canadian job openings must be authorized to work in Canada. Only job postings for jobs located in Quebec appear in French. © 2025 Robert Half. By clicking “Apply,” you’re agreeing to Robert Half’s Terms of Use and Privacy Notice . Apply on Kit Job: kitjob.ca/job/2o4nc9