Assistant Controller - Ottawa, Canada - Thomas Cavanagh Construction Limited

Thomas Cavanagh Construction Limited

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Ottawa, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Description

Assistant Controller - Cavanagh Developments

Reports to:
Controller, Cavanagh Developments

Location: 9094 Cavanagh Road (Ashton, ON)/ 154 Iber Road (Stittsville, ON)

With operations spanning from raw land acquisition and subsequent development, through home building, general contracting and realty management, Cavanagh Communities aligns with the Cavanagh Group of Companies mission: To build a fully integrated and sustainable organization where people are proud to work and do business.

Cavanagh Communities has been expanding its operations and increasing its profile over the past 20 years, and its roots are founded in Thomas Cavanagh Construction's legacy which dates to 1953 in the Greater Ottawa market.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES;

Ensure personal and team compliance to the Ontario Occupational Health and Safety Act and all applicable Cavanagh Group of Companies policies through the internal Health and Safety Management System
Provide critical support to financial controller
Oversee the preparation of daily, weekly and monthly cash flow reports, including projecting cash needs
Assist in the preparation of financial statements, ledgers and accounts and making corrections where appropriate
Assist in the preparation of monthly/yearly closings, including analyzing and reconciling general ledgers
Provide oversight and direction to the Finance Associate(s) to ensure bank reconciliations and other administrative tasks are completed correctly and on time
Post journal entries for accrued expenses and revenue
Prepare supporting information for the annual audit and liaise with the external auditors as necessary.
Provide financial analytical support for management decision making processes by preparing regular and ad hoc reports as needed
Assist with the preparation of forecasts
Maintain and update all records for fixed assets and land inventory
Calculate HST owing and prepare HST return in compliance with payment and reporting regulations
Develop indepth knowledge of organizational processes
Provide technical support to ERP users as needed
Provide any other support to finance team with projects and tasks when required
Manage of all letters of credit, including hydro, to ensure reductions are received when available, and on a timely basis
Obtain project / entity insurance certificates for various institutions as required
Provide information requested by solicitors for the completion of all property transactions including coordination of document execution, delivery, and retention
Other duties as assigned

REQUIREMENTS

3+ years experience in an accounting or finance role
BComm or equivalent from an accredited Canadian institution
Strong attention to detail
Ability to meet deadlines
Flexibility to handle responsibilities beyond formal job duties
Proven ability to work well independently or in a team environment
Ability to communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders
Integrity, accountability and confidentiality essential
Willingness to learn and grow professionally
Strength in analysis and creative problem solving

CAVANAGH EMPLOYEE BENEFITS;

Family, peoplecentric culture
Safe and healthy workplace, promoting well being
Internal growth opportunities
Training and development opportunities
Benefit, Wellness and Pension Programs
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to the classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed._

Job Types:
Full-time, Permanent

Benefits: