Controller

Job summary

The Controller will oversee day-to-day accounting operations, financial reporting, and internal controls while mentoring the finance team. They will also coordinate budgets, cash flow forecasts, and provide actionable financial insights to support executive decision-making.

Job details

About AES Engineering AES is a group of problem solvers, who collectively come together to work on electrical engineering, lighting projects, and technology systems for buildings and infrastructure projects. We are passionate team players who see the “bigger picture” and work together to impact our communities and enhance the lives of those living in them. Collectively, we all work to help design a better tomorrow. Over the past 24 years, AES has attracted many innovative minds to work on complex, challenging, and exciting projects. Attracting the right talent has helped us with the quality of our projects, and we have been able to build our reputation for providing award-winning designs. About the Role We are seeking an experienced Controller to join our Vancouver office for a 15-month contract. Reporting directly to the Director of Finance, the Controller will oversee the day-to-day accounting and financial operations while mentoring a talented group of accounting professionals. This is a hands-on role where you will ensure the accuracy of financial reporting, manage internal controls, and provide actionable insights to support executive decision-making. This is an exciting opportunity for someone with a strong accounting background who is looking to contribute to the financial health of a dynamic organization. Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Manage, mentor, and train a small internal finance and accounting team. Oversee full-cycle accounting, ensuring accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements. Coordinate annual operating budgets, cash flow forecasts, and variance analysis. Strengthen financial systems, internal controls, and administrative workflows. Manage year-end working papers and coordinate smoothly with external accounting firms and tax advisors. Oversee, maintain, and update financial records, including ledgers, journals, and accounts payable/receivable. Supervise AR processes, ensuring accurate billing, collections, and timely follow-up on overdue accounts. Work closely with the sales and project teams to ensure accurate invoicing and resolve any discrepancies. Deliver timely and accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements that help leadership make informed decisions. Ensure optimal profitability for the company. Participate in special projects and provide accounting support for new initiatives and business strategies. Our Must Haves: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. CPA designation. Minimum of seven years of experience in accounting, with at least three years in a senior or supervisory role. Experience working in a project-based environment is highly preferred. Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial regulations. Proficiency using project-based software, ADP, and advanced Excel skills. High attention to detail and accuracy, with excellent problem-solving and analytical skills. Strong organizational and time-management abilities, with the ability to manage multiple priorities. Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to present complex financial information to non-financial stakeholders. Knowledge of payroll processes and procedures. Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment Nice to Have Experience in implementing ERP Experience using VantagePoint Compensation: $110,000 - $120,000 (Depending on experience) Why Join AES Engineering? RRSP matching. Extended medical and dental benefits. Health wellness spending account. Opportunity for career development and professional growth. A collaborative work environment that encourages innovation and teamwork. How to Apply Please submit your resume if you are interested in this role, and for more information, please visit our company website www.aesengr.com. We appreciate your interest in AES Engineering, but due to the high volume of applicants we receive, only those who are qualified will be contacted.

What you’ll do

The Controller will oversee day-to-day accounting operations, financial reporting, and internal controls while mentoring the finance team. They will also coordinate budgets, cash flow forecasts, and provide actionable financial insights to support executive decision-making.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance and a CPA designation. A minimum of seven years of accounting experience, including at least three years in a senior or supervisory role, is required.

Benefits

• RRSP matching • Extended medical benefits • Dental benefits • Health wellness spending account

Listed skills

• Microsoft Excel · Preferred
• Payroll · Preferred
• Financial analysis · Preferred
• Accounting · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Financial reporting
• Accounting
• Mentoring
• Internal controls
• Budgeting
• Cash flow forecasting
• Variance analysis
• Full-cycle accounting
• Accounts payable
• Accounts receivable
• Project-based accounting
• Financial analysis
• Payroll
• Excel
• VantagePoint
• ERP implementation
• Full Cycle Accounting
• Payroll Processing
• Workflow Management
• Variance Analysis
• Payroll Policies and Processes
• Analytical Skills
• Microsoft Excel
• Accounts Payable
• Accounts Receivable
• Annual Reports
• Electrical Engineering
• Billing
• Internal Controls
• Cash Flow Forecasting
• Decision Making
• Communication
• Enterprise Resource Planning
• Finance
• Sales
• Financial Systems
• Financial Regulations
• Financial Statements
• Leadership
• Innovation
• Invoicing
• Problem Solving
• Journals
• Mentorship
• Operations
• Ledgers (Accounting)
• Business Strategies
• Time Management
• Collections
• Teamwork

Job areas

• Finance & Accounting
• Management & Leadership
• Engineering
• Controller
• Controller (General)
• Accountants
• Treasurers and Controllers
• Financial Managers