Group Controller

Group Controller

Dartmouth, NS

Reference # HL-GGL-10214

Meridia Recruitment Solutions is pleased to partner with The Gasparetto Group Limited (“TGGL” or the “Group”) in the recruitment of a Group Controller.

TGGL is a group of companies comprised of Progressive Cabinetry and Millwork Ltd., R&D Crane Operators Limited and Burnside Truck Center Ltd. and is a well-established Nova Scotia group of companies. From its three operating entities, the Group specializes in custom cabinetry and architectural millwork, mobile crane services and auto, truck and trailer repair services. Based in Burnside, the Group has built a reputation for strong customer service and high-quality products whether it’s the kitchen in your home, the car in your driveway or moving a key piece of infrastructure for your business.

As the Group continues to grow and evolve, the organization is looking to strengthen its leadership capacity with the addition of a Group Controller. This is an opportunity to take ownership of a broad and influential portfolio and become a trusted partner to leaders across the organization.

Reporting to the Chief Operating and Finance Officer, this full-time, permanent role will oversee the accounting and financial reporting functions across all entities within the Group (including several holding companies). The Group Controller will lead month-end and year-end close processes, financial reporting, and budgeting and forecasting activities, and will support strategic financial initiatives supported by the Chief Operating and Finance Officer. As a key business partner to operational leadership, you will ensure the integrity, accuracy and timeliness of financial information across the Group.

Key responsibilities include:

Finance & Accounting

• Oversee the day-to-day accounting functions of operating businesses across the equipment rental, service and construction industries.
• Oversee the day-to-day accounting functions of real estate, management and other non-operating entities.
• Lead monthly, quarterly and annual financial close processes.
• Prepare monthly financial statements and management reports.
• Support budgeting, forecasting and cash flow projections.
• Coordinate year-end reviews, audits and tax compliance requirements.
• Ensure compliance with ASPE and internal controls.

Leadership & Team Development

• Provide leadership, coaching and mentorship to accounting and administrative personnel across the Group of Companies.
• Support succession planning and cross-training initiatives.

Financial Planning & Analysis

• Develop/manage existing KPIs and management dashboards.
• Support strategic planning initiatives with financial modelling and analysis.

Systems & Process Improvement

• Identify and implement automation opportunities.
• Assist with ERP optimization and reporting enhancements.

Business Partnership

• Collaborate with operating managers across the operating entities.
• Act as a trusted advisor by translating financial information into business insights.

The ideal candidate will possess:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or a related field.
• CPA designation strongly preferred.
• Five to ten years of progressive accounting and finance experience.
• Strong knowledge of financial reporting, budgeting and forecasting.
• Experience supervising accounting staff.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and attention-to-detail skills, with a dependable, collaborative approach and a commitment to continuous improvement.
• Strong organizational and project management skills, with the ability to partner with and manage stakeholders across the business.

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced accounting professional to take on a key leadership role within a respected, diversified group of companies. Connect with us today to learn more!

To express interest in this opportunity please apply online at: https://meridiarecruitment.ca/Career/17914013300340000008ywg

For more information about this exciting opportunity please contact Heather Labucki, Partner, or Jason Ozon, Senior Consultant, at jozon@kbrs.ca. If you require accommodation to participate in the recruitment process, please let Jason Ozon know.

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