Job Summary
Group Controller, Elevate Service Group Inc.
Comp: $160k-$180k annual salary, cash bonus + equity/options, paid vacation, car allowance and employee benefits.
Company: Elevate Service Group
Portfolio: Think Green Solutions, TFI, Infinity, FCM, JJ&A, Charged Electric Service
Location: Hybrid | Offices across GTA, ON, Canada
Reports To: CFO / Executive Leadership – Elevate Service Group
About Elevate Service Group
Elevate Service Group is a leading facility management and essential commercial services platform. Our operating companies bring 20+ years of experience and a strong reputation for delivering comprehensive solutions to national retailers, restaurants and property managers. As a rapidly growing Ontario-based holding company, we are acquiring and scaling high-quality service and manufacturing businesses
Our strategy focuses on disciplined roll-ups, operational excellence, and building best-in-class go-to-market engines across our portfolio companies. With the recent acquisitions and continued expansion across our group, we are currently looking for a Controller / Director of Finance who is both a technically sharp CPA and a veteran of complex consolidations.
Responsibilities
This is a highly demanding role and we are looking for a high output professional who can balance speed with precision. This person doesn't just manage data, they understand materiality and business intuition, allowing them to prioritize effectively in a heavy workload, fast paced environment. You will need to be a team player and willing to get into the weeds at the subsidiary level when the time crunch hits. You will be responsible for:
Overseeing financial reporting and ensure compliance with audit and regulatory requirements.
Leading audits and liaise with external auditors as needed.
Design internal control framework to meet regulatory requirements.
Developing and implement cash flow and treasury strategies to support business growth.
Ensuring accurate and timely financial data for decision-making.
Ensuring high visibility of financial activities and results.
Monitoring and analyzing financial performance metrics regularly.
Preparing budgets and forecasts to guide financial planning.
Providing insights and recommendations based on financial analysis.
Collaborating with teams to drive accountability and performance.
Identifying areas for cost reduction and efficiency improvements.
Supporting professional development initiatives within the finance team.
Experience/Qualifications
CPA designation
Prior experience in public company audits (ideally prior experience with Big 4 or mid-tier firms i.e. MNP, Grant Thornton, BDO, Baker Tilley etc.)
Prior controller or Director of Finance experience at the TSXV/TSX listed companies.
A builder mindset, having successfully navigated or support ERP implementations
Prior M&A due diligence experience is a plus
Proven experience in financial reporting and compliance management.
Strong analytical skills to monitor and interpret financial performance metrics.
Experience in developing financial strategies for business growth.
Ability to prepare and manage budgets and financial forecasts.
Experience in collaborating with cross-functional teams for performance improvement.
Ability to identify cost reduction opportunities and efficiency improvements.
Experience in leading audits and working with external auditors.
Proficiency in financial software and reporting tools.
We thank all applicants for applying. There is a psychometric assessment that must be completed. Applicants who do not complete the assessment and who do not reply to the screener questions will not be considered. Good luck.
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