Finance - Assistant Controller

Proud to be 100% Canadian-owned, Northland Properties' are recognized as one of the most trusted names in hotels, restaurants, resorts, sports, construction, and asset management. Our well-known and loved brands have been bringing people together to celebrate unforgettable experiences across Canada, the US, Ireland, and the UK for over 50 years. As Canada’s fastest-growing hospitality group, we believe the foundation of our continued success is our people and their ability to take great care of our guests.

The vision for the Northland Finance team is to develop a high functioning, effective and efficient finance function with scalable capabilities and processes to support finance operations, business growth, and compliance. The Assistant Controller- Corporate will be responsible for providing insightful and timely financial reporting and analysis to support decision making by all senior leaders across Northland. This role is a key contributor in progressing the company towards a more comprehensive corporate accounting and business support to establish processes that deliver the right financial information to the right people at the right time. With an emphasis on financial reporting, the Assistant Controller- Corporate will be responsible for providing overall financial support and reporting to the Director of Accounting. This role will also be responsible for the continued optimization and execution of the corporate transactions and financial oversight for Northland.

The ideal candidate must have a collaborative, professional, and service-oriented approach when interacting with business partners, utilizing strong communication skills and interpersonal skills and excel at leading teams.

Responsibilities:

• Manage and oversee CAPEX accounting across multiple projects and initiatives.
• Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting for CAPEX, providing insights to support decision-making.
• Review and approve CAPEX requests, ensuring adherence to financial policies.
• Collaborate with project managers and department heads to monitor CAPEX budgets.
• Report on consolidated information at corporate level.

• Assist in month-end and year-end financial closings, ensuring accuracy of financial statements.
• Conduct general ledger account reconciliations for corporate expenses and investments.
• Prepare financial reports and variance analyses for senior management.
• Support the consolidation of diverse legal entities.
• Oversight of corporate level reconciliations.

• Coordinate with external auditors during audits, providing necessary documentation and explanations.
• Investigate and resolve audit findings and compliance issues promptly.

• Identify opportunities for process improvements in CAPEX accounting, focusing on efficiency and automation.
• Support ERP system implementation and optimization for enhanced financial reporting.
• Collaborate with the Division Assistant Controller to streamline corporate transaction reporting.
• Develop processes to improve organization-wide consolidation efforts.

• Build and maintain effective relationships with cross-functional teams (FP&A, Tax, Treasury) to align on financial goals.
• Provide financial insights to support strategic CAPEX investments.

• Supervise and mentor junior accounting staff, fostering a culture of continuous learning.
• Define clear roles and responsibilities within the team, providing necessary training.
• Manage two direct reports.

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance; CPA designation required.
• Minimum 5 years of post-designation experience in accounting or finance, with CAPEX management exposure and multi-entity accounting.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in consolidation accounting.
• Proficient in ASPE and financial reporting principles.
• Strong Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel; experience with ERP systems (D365 experience would be considered an asset).
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work independently and under pressure with minimal supervision.

Submission of resume does not guarantee an interview or an actual transfer. Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply, provided they meet the minimal requirements of the applicable skills required. You must be legally entitled to work in Canada to apply as the employer does not have a Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) that would support a foreign worker.

At Northland Properties, we are committed to building a network of talented professionals who can help to provide exceptional hospitality experiences. As an equal opportunity employer, we are constantly seeking motivated and enthusiastic individuals to join us in various fields, including Construction, Finance, IT, HR, Marketing, and Support Center. To join our dedicated team and be a part of our thriving hospitality community, explore the exciting career opportunities available at https://northland.ca/careers/.