City : Mississauga

Category : Direct Hire

Industry : Recruitment/Staffing

Employer : The Adecco Group

Adecco is currently hiring a Financial Controller for a strategic leadership role within a growing organization. This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on finance professional who thrives in operational environments and wants to play a key role in driving financial performance, process improvements, and business decision-making.

If you’re a strong leader with experience in project-based accounting and enjoy partnering closely with operations, this role offers real impact and visibility.

• Salary: 120-130k/year

• Location: Mississauga, ON

• Schedule: Monday to Friday (business hours)

• Employment Type: Full-time | Permanent

• Vacancy Status: This posting is for an existing vacancy.

Responsibilities

• Lead monthly and quarterly financial close, including P&L, balance sheet, WIP, and cash flow reporting

• Oversee project cost accounting activities such as budgeting, progress billings, holdbacks, and change orders

• Drive accuracy in Estimate at Completion (EAC) forecasting and Work-in-Progress (WIP) reviews

• Partner with operations to improve forecasting, margin tracking, and overall decision-making

• Manage Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, payroll, and cash flow with strong internal controls

• Lead annual budgeting and rolling forecasts, aligning financial planning with project backlog and pipeline

• Own and optimize the ERP system (Jonas Premier), including automation, reporting, and dashboard creation

• Develop financial insights and reporting tools to support leadership decision-making

• Coach and mentor the finance team, fostering growth, accountability, and collaboration

• Represent Finance within the EOS (Entrepreneurial Operating System), supporting performance tracking and execution

Qualifications

• Must be eligible to work and reside within Canada

• CPA designation (CA, CGA, or CMA preferred)

• 7–10+ years of experience in construction, general contracting, or project-based environments

• Strong expertise in job costing, WIP, and revenue recognition

• Advanced proficiency in Excel (including Power Query and Pivot Tables)

• Experience with ERP systems; Jonas Premier is considered a strong asset

• Deep understanding of ASPE/GAAP, progress billing, subcontractor compliance, and bonding/insurance requirements

• Strong analytical, organizational, and leadership skills

• Hands-on approach with the ability to work cross-functionally with operations teams

• Ability to remain calm under pressure and drive results in a fast-paced environment

Interested in this position? Apply now! Our dynamic recruitment team is ready to welcome you and support you on your path to success.

At Adecco, our purpose is simple: to make the future work for everyone. We live our values — Passion, Collaboration, Inclusion, Courage, and Customer-Centricity — by fostering a workplace where diversity is celebrated and every voice matters. We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and identities. Together, we are shaping a future that works for everyone.

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