Group Controller
Dartmouth, NS
Reference # HL-GGL-10214
Our client, the Gasparetto Group Limited, is a family of operating and non-operating businesses spanning equipment rental, service and construction, along with real estate and management entities. The Group has an outstanding Safety Culture that focuses on the health and wellbeing of its workforce, and the desire to be an active participant in its Safety Program is a vital aspect of employment. Competitive compensation and benefits are offered.
We are excited to partner with the Gasparetto Group Limited in the recruitment of a Group Controller to join their team in Dartmouth, NS. Reporting to the Chief Operating and Finance Officer, this full-time, permanent role will oversee the accounting and financial reporting functions across all entities within the Group. The Group Controller will lead month-end and year-end close processes, financial reporting, and budgeting and forecasting activities, and will support strategic financial initiatives. As a key business partner to operational leadership, you will ensure the integrity, accuracy and timeliness of financial information across the Group.
Key responsibilities include:
Finance & Accounting
Leadership & Team Development
Financial Planning & Analysis
Systems & Process Improvement
Business Partnership
The ideal candidate will possess:
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced accounting professional to take on a key leadership role within a respected, diversified group of companies. Connect with us today to learn more!
Dartmouth, NS
Reference # HL-GGL-10214
Our client, the Gasparetto Group Limited, is a family of operating and non-operating businesses spanning equipment rental, service and construction, along with real estate and management entities. The Group has an outstanding Safety Culture that focuses on the health and wellbeing of its workforce, and the desire to be an active participant in its Safety Program is a vital aspect of employment. Competitive compensation and benefits are offered.
We are excited to partner with the Gasparetto Group Limited in the recruitment of a Group Controller to join their team in Dartmouth, NS. Reporting to the Chief Operating and Finance Officer, this full-time, permanent role will oversee the accounting and financial reporting functions across all entities within the Group. The Group Controller will lead month-end and year-end close processes, financial reporting, and budgeting and forecasting activities, and will support strategic financial initiatives. As a key business partner to operational leadership, you will ensure the integrity, accuracy and timeliness of financial information across the Group.
Key responsibilities include:
Finance & Accounting
- Oversee the day-to-day accounting functions of operating businesses across the equipment rental, service and construction industries.
- Oversee the day-to-day accounting functions of real estate, management and other non-operating entities.
- Lead monthly, quarterly and annual financial close processes.
- Prepare monthly financial statements and management reports.
- Support budgeting, forecasting and cash flow projections.
- Coordinate year-end reviews, audits and tax compliance requirements.
- Ensure compliance with ASPE and internal controls.
Leadership & Team Development
- Provide leadership, coaching and mentorship to accounting and administrative personnel across the Group of Companies.
- Support succession planning and cross-training initiatives.
Financial Planning & Analysis
- Develop KPIs and management dashboards.
- Support strategic planning initiatives with financial modelling and analysis.
Systems & Process Improvement
- Identify and implement automation opportunities.
- Assist with ERP optimization and reporting enhancements.
Business Partnership
- Collaborate with operating managers across the operating entities.
- Act as a trusted advisor by translating financial information into business insights.
The ideal candidate will possess:
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or a related field.
- CPA designation (or working toward the CPA designation) strongly preferred.
- Five to ten years of progressive accounting and finance experience.
- Strong knowledge of financial reporting, budgeting and forecasting.
- Experience supervising accounting staff.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving and attention-to-detail skills, with a dependable, collaborative approach and a commitment to continuous improvement.
- Strong organizational and project management skills, with the ability to partner with and manage stakeholders across the business.
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced accounting professional to take on a key leadership role within a respected, diversified group of companies. Connect with us today to learn more!
To express interest in this opportunity please apply online by clicking “Apply Now” below.
For more information about this exciting opportunity please contact Heather Labucki, Partner, or Jason Ozon, Senior Consultant, at jozon@kbrs.ca. If you require accommodation to participate in the recruitment process, please let Jason Ozon know.
Meridia Recruitment Solutions connects leading organizations with top talent by building strong relationships and creating ideal matches with candidates because we are only successful when you are. We appreciate your interest in this opportunity.
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For more information about this exciting opportunity please contact Heather Labucki, Partner, or Jason Ozon, Senior Consultant, at jozon@kbrs.ca. If you require accommodation to participate in the recruitment process, please let Jason Ozon know.
Meridia Recruitment Solutions connects leading organizations with top talent by building strong relationships and creating ideal matches with candidates because we are only successful when you are. We appreciate your interest in this opportunity.
To learn more about Meridia Recruitment Solutions, our job opportunities, and career advice we invite you to explore our site and subscribe for career alerts.
