Interim Controller

Industry: Real Estate

Location: GTA West (Hybrid – some onsite required)

Type: Contract (3 months, with possibility of extension)

Start Date: November

Rate: $75-80/hr

About the Opportunity

Our client, a large Canadian organization with a significant real estate portfolio, is seeking an Interim Controller to support its ongoing transformation initiatives. This is a hands-on contract role where you’ll play a key part in stabilizing processes, supporting system integrations, and building the finance function for newly created entities.

What You’ll Do

• Assist with the setup of new entities in Oracle, including chart of accounts, bank accounts, and commodity tax registrations.
• Lead monthly close activities: journal entries, reconciliations, balance sheet, P&L, and cash flow reporting.
• Prepare and maintain supporting working papers and tax schedules.
• Collaborate with external consultants on Oracle system configurations.
• Support compliance and regulatory filings related to real estate entities.
• Provide forward-looking financial analysis to support decision-making.

What We’re Looking For

• CPA designation (or equivalent) strongly preferred.
• 5+ years of progressive accounting/finance experience, ideally with exposure to real estate or REITs.
• Strong knowledge of Oracle ERP systems and experience setting up new entities.
• Proven ability to succeed in fast-paced, transitional environments.
• Strong technical accounting background (ASPE/IFRS).
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Why Join?

• Opportunity to make an immediate impact in a large, complex organization.
• Be part of a high-profile project building out the finance structure for a substantial real estate portfolio.
• Competitive hourly rate and hybrid work model.

Next Steps:

We here at Clarity Recruitment would like to thank you for your application. Only those chosen for a phone interview will be contacted via email and text to set up a phone interview.

Clarity Recruitment and our client are firmly committed to fostering diversity within our community. Our clients welcome those who would contribute to the further diversification of their staff, including, but not limited to, women, visible minorities, Aboriginal people, persons with disabilities, and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity. Please note that all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply. Please notify us if you require accommodation in the application process.

Clarity Recruitment helps growth companies build top performing finance & accounting teams with a structured recruitment process and better results. Visit findingclarity.ca to learn more!

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