Corporate Controller

Arnett & Burgess Energy Services•Calgary, AB

6d•CA$130,000 - CA$150,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Arnett & Burgess (A&B) is currently looking to add a Corporate Controller to our team, based in Calgary OR Blackfalds, AB. Reporting to the Director of Finance, we are seeking an experienced financial leader with deep construction accounting expertise to oversee all financial operations, reporting, and compliance for Arnett & Burgess Energy Services. This is a hands-on leadership role responsible for the accuracy and integrity of financial reporting, the development of a high-performing finance team, and serving as a trusted strategic partner to senior management and operations leadership.

Requirements

Post-Secondary education in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
7 years of progressive accounting experience, with at least 3 years in a Controller or senior accounting leadership role
an equivalent combination of relevant education and experience may be considered
CPA designation
Demonstrated experience in construction or project-based accounting including job costing, WIP reporting, and revenue recognition
Strong knowledge of ASPE and Canadian tax compliance including GST/HST, payroll remittances, and corporate tax
Proficiency in accounting software and ERP systems
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
Proven leadership and team development experience
Applicants must have legal authorization to work in Canada with no restrictions.

Nice To Haves

Experience in the oil and gas services, pipeline, or energy construction industry
Experience with Eclipse or similar construction ERP as well as Power BI, Tableau, or other AI-enabled reporting tools
Experience with multi-entity or intercompany accounting
Familiarity with construction contract types including lump sum, unit rate, and time and materials

Responsibilities

Oversee the preparation of accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with ASPE, including full ownership of the month-end and year-end close process
Manage general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and job costing functions; ensure all financial transactions are recorded accurately and in compliance with GAAP
Prepare and present financial reports and variance analyses to senior management and ownership, including KPI dashboards and performance commentary
Oversee preparation of CRA remittances including GST/HST, payroll source deductions, and T4/T5018 filings; liaise with external auditors and tax advisors on year-end audit and corporate tax filings
Oversee project accounting including job cost reporting, WIP schedules, revenue recognition, and project profitability analysis in a construction environment
Implement and maintain robust internal controls, accounting policies, and procedures to safeguard company assets and ensure financial integrity
Support project managers and operations leadership with financial analysis, cost reviews, and contract billing in accordance with project terms
Monitor cash flow, manage banking relationships, and oversee working capital including AR aging, AP terms, and holdback management
Lead, develop, and mentor the finance team including AP, AR, payroll, and project accounting staff; build a culture of accountability, accuracy, and continuous improvement
Partner with senior management and operations to provide financial insights that support business decision-making, budgeting, and forecasting
Drive process improvements, system enhancements, and automation initiatives to improve efficiency and reporting accuracy
Support due diligence, contract reviews, and special projects as required by the CFO and senior leadership