Financial Controller

THE COMPANY

Morrison Homes is a large volume homebuilder with a rich 61-year legacy of building quality homes and enduring relationships. Awarded the CHBA-Calgary’s Builder of the Year 15 times and recognized as one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies, we take pride in setting industry standards of excellence. We foster a positive, fun and supportive team environment as we live Morrison’s promise of being The Homebuyer’s Best Friend™.

 

THE POSITION AND DUTIES

 

Morrison Homes is currently looking to fill the position of Financial Controller.  We are looking for a professionally designated accountant (CPA) with 2 or more years’ experience supervising an Accounting Department in full cycle accounting.  This position will report directly to the Chief Financial Officer.  The ideal candidate must possess strong leadership qualities, be professional, personable, organized and have good communication skills.     

 

Responsibilities Include:

  • Supervision of the Accounting Manager and Accounting Department including roles of Accounts Payable, Land & A/R Administration, Payroll/HR and full cycle Accounting
  • Financial Reporting including reviewing internal reporting requirements
  • Preparation of monthly external reporting requirements
  • Reviewing the monthly Balance Sheet packages
  • Working with the CFO to prepare the annual financial budget
  • Reporting budget to actual income statement variance results monthly
  • Preparation and overseeing the Annual Audit and Review Engagements for Calgary and Edmonton
  • Working with the CFO to update cash flow projections, budget to actual variance analysis, work-in-progress review and other projects
  • Oversee land payable tracking
  • Other duties as required     

 

Education & Skills

  • Professionally Designated Accountant (CPA, formerly CGA, CMA, CA)
  • Minimum 2 years’ experience in an Accounting Manager or Controller role leading an Accounting Department in full cycle accounting
  • Experience in the residential home building industry is an asset, but not required
  • Experience with Sage (Timberline) and ADP Software would be an asset, but not required
  • Competency in Microsoft applications including Word, Excel and Outlook is required
  • Trustworthy and professional
  • High level of attention to detail and accuracy
  • Able to multi-task and prioritize
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Ability to thrive supervising in a team environment, but also work independently

Compensation and Benefits

This position is in our Calgary office but also oversees our Edmonton accounting; no travel is required.  We offer a competitive salary and benefits package. Please submit your resume in confidence by April 11th, 2023.

We thank all applicants for applying; however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

 

Attention:  Human Resources

Email:  hr@morrisonhomes.ca

Fax to 403.236.0311