Corporate Controller Jobs

In this unique Corporate Controller role, you can look forward to getting to focus primarily on the external facing financial functions of the company. Reporting directly to the AVP, Financial Services, and sitting at the director level, this role will work in close partnership with the Director, Financial Services to create synergies between the groups, driving improvements and creating alignment in the department. The Corporate Controller’s Group, consisting of a team of 7, is responsible for corporate reporting including the month end close cycle, consolidated internal and external financial reporting and consolidated budget and forecast reporting.

As the Corporate Controller you will be responsible for managing the relationship with the external auditor and for ensuring timely and accurate internal and external reporting that is compliant with International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) and external reporting that is compliant with Canadian Securities Administrators (CSA) regulations for public issuers in Canada.

You will have the opportunity to build relationships and work collaboratively with colleagues, management, employees as well as external auditors. You would enjoy the challenge of dealing with conflicting priorities and demands and the need for you to work simultaneously on many tasks and/or projects. You will use your judgment and discretion when making decisions that would have an impact on efficiency and effectiveness within the department. As well as playing a key role in ensuring the company is able to achieve it’s strategic objectives.

What NAV CANADA offers you:

• Diverse and inclusive workforce
• Defined benefit pension plan
• Challenging, team-oriented work environment
• Opportunities for growth and development
• Competitive compensation and flexible benefits
• Flexible work arrangements

In this role you will:

• Manage relationship with the external auditor to promote efficient and high-quality level of service.
• Direct the Corporate Controller’s group technical and administrative functions.
• Chair the Company’s Disclosure Committee and support the preparation and review of presentations to stakeholders, rating agencies, lenders and investors.
• Recruit, motivate and train a high performing Corporate Controller management team. Conduct performance evaluations on management staff and oversee performance evaluations for staff. Mentor, motivate and develop management team and staff and serve as a resource for them to facilitate their professional development.
• Develop and oversee the consolidation of the Company’s annual budget, 5-year outlook and periodic forecasts. Provide senior management, the Audit & Finance Committee and the Board of Directors with analysis and information to support their decision making.
• Communicate effectively on an ongoing basis with senior management, the Audit & Finance Committee, Corporate Controller staff, internal audit, and internal controls office.
• Develop and oversee the management of the Company’s internal and external financial statements, external management discussion and analysis (MD&A), that are in accordance with IFRS and required regulations such as Canadian Securities Administrators (CSA). Recommend accounting treatments and disclosure of the Company’s transactions and financial risks in the financial statements and MD&A.
• Establish accounting policies and procedures for the Company in accordance with International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS). Ensure changes in accounting treatments are implemented timely and accurately through the application of change management best practices.
• Oversee the actuarial valuations for accounting purposes of the Company’s actuarially determined benefit plans including validation of key assumptions.
• Identify and recommend regulatory accounting treatments and monitor recovery of existing regulatory deferrals to ensure compliance within the overall regulatory framework.
• Develop and oversee the management of the Company’s month end close process including payroll, treasury, regulatory and consolidation accounting, while ensuring efficiency and compliance with accounting policies and internal controls. Challenge the foregoing processes for continuous improvement on an ongoing basis.

What you bring:

• Undergraduate degree with specialization in accounting, finance, business administration, commerce, management or economics.
• Minimum of 5 years progressive leadership experience required.
• Experience in reviewing actuarial valuations and their key assumptions
• The successful candidate will have 10+ years experience in finance/accounting with a strong background in operations environments.
• Experience preparing and delivering presentations and briefings as required to senior management and Board members in a manner allowing for the understanding of complex accounting and reporting concepts.
• Extensive experience with IFRS, financial reporting for public companies and internal controls.
• Excellent knowledge of IFRS
• Must possess a Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) designation.
• Experience working with regulatory accounting is an asset.
• Expert financial analysis and accounting skills and strong knowledge of internal control environments.
• Progressive work experience in a large corporate finance function or similar role, which would include the financial reporting function and working with external auditors.
• Proven experience managing and mentoring a team.

How others describe you:

• Highly organized with an ability to handle and effectively prioritize multiple tasks.
• Demonstrated ability to develop strategies for employee development that are aligned with the Company’s and team’s objectives.
• Ability to work well with people at all levels of the organization, forge strong alliances and build solid relationships characterized by mutual respect, openness, and trust.
• Ability to achieve results by identifying and resolving significant problems within the scope of responsibility and building consensus around resolutions.
• Strong written and oral communication skills capturing and expressing reasoning behind recommendations and assumptions. Demonstrated capabilities organizing and translating complex financial information for non-financial staff.
• Excellent decision-making skills. Ability to think critically to assess options and clearly recommend alternatives with balanced arguments and appropriate consideration of risk.
• Strong business acumen allowing for an understanding of the financial risks facing the organization.
• Capable and committed leadership and management skills demonstrating trust, integrity, and professionalism.
• Strong leadership and people management skills; ability to motivate and develop teams, influence and advise senior management and stakeholders, and execute with excellence.

Working Conditions:

• Work environment is consistent with a typical office environment. Most deliverables are subject to tight deadlines consistent with a public reporting issuer.
• Limited travel may be required.
• This position is a Hybrid position based at the Ottawa Head Office requiring a minimum of 2-3 days in the office

NAV CANADA is committed to building a skilled, diverse workforce reflective of Canadian society. If you do not believe that you match every job requirement listed on this job posting, we still encourage you to apply. NAV CANADA encourages a culture of learning and growth, and recognizes that although some technical skills are mandatory, many others can be taught.

Our Company strives to create an inclusive and barrier-free selection process and work environment. If you require accommodations during this competition process, please ensure that you inform the interview coordinator or hiring manager of any accommodation measures you may require. NAV CANADA will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment and selection process to applicants with disabilities as required.

The successful candidate must meet the security requirement of the position and be legally able to work in Canada.

At NAV CANADA, safety is our priority. We require pre-employment drug screening for all candidates offered positions designated as safety sensitive in accordance with NAV CANADA’s Drug and Alcohol policy.

We thank all applicants for their interest; only those selected for an interview will be contacted.