Project Financial Controller

About Us:

• Ed Seguin & Sons is a thriving and reputable bilingual, family owned and operated Indigenous company. We consistently demonstrate pride through our workmanship, client relationships and community. Our open mindedness, dedication and integrity empowers our employees to reach their full potential and grow their careers. We're the largest supplier of construction aggregates in our area and both our residential and civil divisions are organically growing.
• We've been in business since 1967 with a reputation for quality and service.
• Our new head office and shop is located at 106 Bay St. in Sturgeon Falls, ON.
• This is close to downtown and some employees take advantage of that to bike or walk to work.
• You may view our website at www.seguintrucking.com

Position Overview:

Working an average of 45 hours per week, working from our headquarters in Sturgeon Falls or North Bay office, you will be reporting to the Operations Manager. The Project Financial Controller's responsibilities focus on setting up the project financials, compiling reports, managing the budget and processing client invoices. This person will regularly interface with project managers, project and administrative team members, as well as clients to maintain accurate, updated information on project financials.

Key Responsibilities:

• Review operational schedules daily and remain informed of changes
• Set-up of new projects, including WBS, budget, prime contracts, timekeeping, reporting, and document management
• Ensure the proper use of accounts and codes
• Review project expenses ensuring all costs are valid and captured
• Track subcontractor invoices for inclusion in project cost reporting and invoicing
• Review and approve labour and equipment timesheet statuses
• Manage and keep the project budget current
• Provide analysis of deviations, underruns, and overruns
• Prepare invoice supporting documents and process billing of work in progress in coordination with project managers
• Maintain receivables by ensuring timely receipt of payments
• Track lien periods
• Post all receivable entries
• Answer questions and verify any issues regarding billings
• Track holdback values and process documentation for releases
• Meet monthly client & accounting deadlines
• Communicate regularly with customers to confirm invoicing and payment agreements
• Build good working relationships with the project & administration teams to ensure timely, accurate flow of cost related information
• Maintain positive, professional relationships with subcontractors and clients
• Maintain electronic filing system

Requirements / Preferred Qualifications:

• University Degree or College diploma in related field is preferred, however extensive related industry specific experience is also acceptable
• Professional designations such as CPA, CGA, CA, are considered an asset
• Five years of experience in cost controls and/or accounting within the construction industry
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, Project)
• Experience with Procore and QBO is an asset or other similar ERP
• Well organized with effective task and time management skills
• Good interpersonal skills

Why work for us?

• We're a family company with a real family feel, a place where your efforts are noticed and rewarded. We're consistently accepting employee feedback; we offer goal setting tools, an anonymous feedback and assessment system, all designed to build your career, boost your performance and create a better work culture. We firmly believe that our staff is our best asset and we consistently invest in training, tools, equipment and technology to allow you to work to the best of your abilities in a safe and learning environments.
• We offer very attractive salary options.
• We know how important it is to take care of family and that's why we offer health and dental family benefits.
• We're progressively growing and with that comes opportunities for you to advance your career and earn promotions.
• Our team meeting and lunchrooms are always open to our employees for a free cup of coffee or tea.
• We love to celebrate achievements, wins and milestones by hosting events, lunches, and parties!

Deadline for submitting resumes is March 31, 2025

We thank all applicants for their interest. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.