Controller, Corporate | Calgary

Calgary, AB
On-site
Posted Sep 25, 2026
1 position

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Employment type: Full-time
Experience level: Lead · 10+ years
Minimum education: Professional degree
Posting language: English
Working hours: 40 hours per week

Job summary

Oversee corporate accounting operations, prepare accurate financial statements and reports, lead external audits, and manage cash flow, budgets, and forecasts. Supervise daily accounting functions, support financial analysis and strategic decisions, ensure compliance with accounting standards and company requirements, and improve financial processes.

Job details

At Aspen, our Vision is to remain a highly respected boutique real estate company and employer of choice. We will continue to earn exceptional returns by adding meaningful value for our team and community through ownership, management, and development opportunities. Strong leadership and teamwork are the cornerstones of our Core Values: Customer & Community Service, Integrity, Creativity, Adaptability, Respect and Entrepreneurship. Driven by our mission and vision, we foster an environment where employees thrive on honesty, open communication, and accountability, maintaining the highest standards of professional and ethical conduct. We offer dynamic opportunities, with an excellent compensation and benefits program. Our collaborative and professional environment promotes and rewards learning, development, and success. Joining Aspen means becoming part of a team that values innovation and continuous improvement, with opportunities for personal and professional growth. Aspen is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are pleased to announce we have an immediate opening for a team and service-oriented individual to fill a Controller, Corporate office-based role in downtown Calgary. This is a fantastic opportunity and if you, or someone you know, are a match for the qualifications below please submit resumes to Human Resources. You’ll find a full listing and description for this and other Aspen positions currently available at CAREERS | Aspen Properties. Thank you for your interest in the Aspen team. Position Summary | The Controller, Corporate plays a key role in managing the company's financial operations, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and efficiency in financial reporting. This position supports the Vice President, Finance in overseeing accounting functions, preparing financial statements, and managing budget and forecasting activities. Additionally, the role provides financial analysis to support strategic initiatives and key decision-making. This position requires a detail-oriented professional with strong analytical and problem-solving skills. The Controller, Corporate will collaborate closely with the Accounting and Property Management teams to ensure accurate reporting, financial integrity, and effective cash management. Regular work hours are Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM. Key Responsibilities | Preparation of annual financial statements, ensuring accuracy and compliance with International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) and Accounting Standards for Private Enterprises (ASPE). Leading external audits, ensuring compliance with accounting standards. Preparation of internal cash flow projections and effectively managing and communicating cash flow-related issues. Updating cash flow forecasts and management reports to support financial decision- Ensure adherence to company policies, lender requirements, and investor reporting Ensure all financial transactions, including revenue and expense accruals, are accurately recorded and Ensure all transactions are recorded to prepare accurate and timely financial Assist in implementing accounting policies and procedures, identifying and resolving accounting issues, and ensuring compliance with applicable accounting and industry standards, and regulations. Assist in identifying and implementing process improvements to enhance financial efficiency and Work through complex transactions to document and complete journal Identify and resolve accounting issues and discrepancies and communicate with stakeholders as Prepare annual budget working papers and assist with presentation Perform cost analysis of operational results compared to budgets and forecasts, identifying key variances and Support long-term financial planning and Supervise the daily accounting operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and cash management. Develop and maintain relationships with external auditors, tax advisors, bank contacts, lenders, and other service providers as Support financial due diligence on potential Support cross-functional teams in financial decision-making and Collaborate with internal stakeholders to gather information for accounting and reporting and support leadership with ad hoc and regular reporting requests. Qualifications | Completion of a recognized accounting designation (CPA) Minimum 5 years of experience in a corporate controller role (commercial real estate preferred), and minimum 10-15 years of experience in senior accounting roles Previous public accounting experience is preferred Previous treasury, cash management, payroll, and budgeting and forecasting experience Accuracy and attention to detail is a requirement Ability to work successfully within a team environment and independently Excellent organizational, time management and communication skills, and critical thinking skills Intermediate to advanced working knowledge of MS Excel Maintain highest standard of work ethic and trustworthiness Proficiency in Yardi software would be considered an asset Successful City of Calgary Police Information/Criminal Record Check While we appreciate all interest, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

What you’ll do

Requirements

Requires a CPA designation, at least five years of corporate controller experience, and 10–15 years in senior accounting roles; commercial real estate and public accounting experience are preferred. Candidates should have experience in treasury, cash management, payroll, budgeting, and forecasting, strong analytical and communication skills, advanced Excel knowledge, and high attention to detail; Yardi proficiency is an asset.