At Westridge, we are committed to employing a team of passionate, highly qualified professionals who are dedicated to excellence. Our motto, “Building with Teamwork,” is a true testament to who Westridge is. Our ability and commitment to work cooperatively with others, together achieving a common goal, form the foundation of successful construction projects. Established in 1989 in Regina, Westridge has become a well-known and respected construction company with a diverse range of experience. Our corporate commitment is to provide a safe and healthy working environment for all our employees, subcontractors and clients.
Westridge is seeking a Controller to join our team. Reporting directly to the Chief Financial Officer, the successful candidate will be responsible for applying accounting and financial analysis to enhance the company’s performance while maintaining timely, accurate, and relevant information to both internal and external stakeholders. While ensuring proper controls are maintained, the Controller will work to protect the financial interests of the company while also identifying opportunities to contribute to its growth and success.
As a meticulous accountant with a passion for the details, the successful candidate will also possess strong interpersonal skills and an ability to foster teamwork with co-workers, trade partners, and clients.
Skills:
- Strong foundation in financial management, including in-depth knowledge of finance, accounting, budgeting, and cost control principles
- Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
- Proven supervisory experience with strong leadership capabilities
- Advanced planning and time management skills
- Excellent problem-solving abilities combined with strong written and verbal communication skills
- Demonstrated conflict resolution expertise
- Strong sense of professional integrity and ethical conduct
- Collaborative team player with the ability to build positive, trusting relationships across all organizational levels
Education:
- Bachelor of Commerce with Accounting major
- Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) designation or currently enrolled in the CPA program
Experience:
- 3 – 5 years accounting and financial systems experience
- Experience within the construction industry is an asset
- Experience with Sage 300 CRE software is also an asset
Compensation and Benefits:
- Competitive wage with annual bonus potential
- Comprehensive benefits package (100% employer paid) including dental, optical and medical; and company matched pension plan
Salary commensurate with education and experience.
Applicant must be able to read and write English and be legally available to work full time in Canada.