Assistant Controller

Job ID:  496801 

Work Type:  Full Time Permanent 

It is a great time to join the CRH Canada team! CRH Canada is going through an exciting business transformation which demands first-class Talent Management support to drive results.

We are building a world- class team. Make your mark!

You will be a successful addition to our team if you look at change as an opportunity to develop and contribute to the business. You will be successful in your role if you like partnering with the business, presenting new ideas and providing excellent customer service.

Are you looking for an opportunity to be apart of highly engaged team? If so, look no further!

CRH Canada is currently hiring a Assistant Controller to join their growing team!

Who we are

Recognized as one of Greater Toronto's Top 100 Employers, CRH Canada and it’s Dufferin group of companies are one of the country's largest vertically integrated materials and construction companies. We manufacture and supply a diverse range of superior building materials and products for use in the construction and maintenance of infrastructure, housing, and commercial projects. Our materials and products are widely used in construction projects of all sizes across the country.

CRH is a leading provider of building materials solutions that build, connect and improve our world. Employing 78,500 people at 3,390 operating locations in 29 countries, CRH has market leadership positions in both North America and Europe.

Why Work with Us?

• Competitive Compensation packages
• Group Medical, Extended Health and Dental Plan starting from Day 1
• Voluntary Savings Program – TFSA & RRSP
• Defined Contribution Pension Plan
• Four weeks’ vacation
• Service Awards ​
• Bridge Scholarship Program​
• Employee Referral Program
• Mileage Program
• Discounts on gym membership, telecommunications, home and auto insurance

Position summary:

The Assistant Controller Book to Report will be responsible for assisting the Manager B2R in managing the delivery of financial services for CRH Canada Group including the preparation of timely and accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual accounting financial statements.

 
Position Responsibilities:

• Oversee and perform advanced processing of information within the general accounting, accounts reconciliations, inter-company, cash management, lease, pension accounting, ARO, and financial reporting areas so that operational excellence and customer service objectives are realized, including transactions of a more complex and sensitive nature
• Perform advanced processing for acquisition and divestment and joint venture accounting
• Accounting memos and research, apply IFRS and US GAAP principles
• Supervise day-to-day accounting functions, relevant portions of the monthly and year end close process, including completion of journal entries, account reconciliation and variance analysis
• Work closely with CRH treasury departments in the execution and reporting of defined cash transactions  
• Assist in the preparation of timely and accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual accounting financial reports
• Identify and implement corrective actions in all areas of internal control (e.g. transactions and trends) or raise these to the appropriate parties.
• Maintain a thorough knowledge of CRH financial accounting policies and generally accepted accounting principles, internal control standards, and statutory reporting requirements, as this relates to general accounting, inter-company, cash management, pension, ARO, divestment and acquisition and financial reporting.
• Month-end, quarter-end and year-end close processes, including completion of accruals and allocations
• Review the preparation and maintenance of accounting ledgers, journals, and associated worksheets, schedules, financial statements and reports, studies, and analyses, as required
• Deliver timely and accurate information to Corporate Accounting, Tax Accounting and Plant Controller for financial reporting, tax reporting, and commission reporting purposes.
• Working with the Consolidations and Reporting Team, perform accounting research, interpretation, and implementation as necessary.
• Coordinate external and internal audits for CRH Canada for area of responsibilities
• Willingly accept work outside the normal scope or responsibility

 
Education and Experience Requirements:

• 5 years’ experience working in accounting or finance required 
• Bachelor’s degree in business with a major in accounting 
• Canadian Chartered Professional Accountant Designation (CPA, CA) 
• Big 6 audit firm experience preferred
• Construction or manufacturing experience is an asset
• SAP/Hyperion knowledge and a demonstrated ability to learn new systems 
• Knowledge of SOX and internal controls 
• Very proficient in using MS Office applications
• Financial reporting experience in producing financial statements in accordance with IFRS/US GAAP

Visit our website for more information: http://www.crhcanada.com

CRH Canada Group Inc. recognizes Canada’s diverse landscape. Accommodation is available upon request for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment and selection process.