Rodan Energy is a North American leader in distributed energy resources and energy intelligence, managing 1,400+ MW of flexible capacity across Ontario, NYISO, PJM, MISO, and AESO. We partner with large energy users, utilities, and grid operators to design, finance, and operate high-impact DER solutions — including asset optimization, demand response, metering, and power system engineering.
THE ROLE
The Controller is a senior finance leader responsible for the day-to-day ownership of Rodan Energy Solutions' accounting, financial reporting, compliance, and internal control activities across all entities. Reporting to the Director, Finance, this role owns the end-to-end accounting cycle — including transaction processing, month-end close, consolidations, statutory compliance, audit coordination, and internal controls — while continuously improving processes, systems, and automation to support scale.
This role works closely with the Director, Finance and FP&A to ensure management reporting is built on accurate, timely, and well-supported financial data.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Financial Reporting & Close
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Own the monthly, quarterly, and annual close process across all entities, ensuring results are accurate, complete, and timely
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Maintain integrity of the general ledger, subledgers, and supporting schedules
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Prepare and review complex journal entries, accruals, intercompany transactions, and accounting adjustments
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Lead balance sheet reconciliation and review processes
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Prepare and review consolidated financial statements and supporting schedules under ASPE
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Establish and manage close timelines, responsibilities, and review checkpoints
Accounting Operations
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Lead day-to-day accounting across AP, AR, payroll, fixed assets, revenue recognition, intercompany accounting, and cash management
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Oversee settlement accounting and payment processes, ensuring completeness, accuracy, and appropriate approvals
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Review cash activity and short-term liquidity requirements to support payment execution
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Ensure accounting policies are applied consistently across entities, revenue streams, and lines of business
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Partner with Operations, Sales, HR, and other stakeholders to ensure source data is complete and accurate
Internal Controls & Compliance
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Design, implement, and maintain a strong internal control environment across all functions
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Ensure the company remains audit-ready through strong documentation and reconciliations
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Own day-to-day compliance across Canadian and U.S. indirect tax, payroll tax, and statutory filings
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Prepare lender reporting, covenant calculations, and compliance certificates
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Maintain and continuously improve accounting policies, procedures, and control documentation
Audit, Tax & External Stakeholder Management
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Lead the annual external audit and year-end review processes end-to-end
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Coordinate Canadian and U.S. corporate tax filings with external advisors
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Act as the primary finance contact for auditors, tax advisors, lenders, and external stakeholders
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Support legal entity structure changes, intercompany arrangements, and related compliance requirements
Leadership & Team Development
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Lead, coach, and develop the accounting team with clear accountability and high execution standards
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Build role clarity, bench strength, and cross-training to reduce key-person risk
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Support hiring, onboarding, performance management, and team development
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Foster a culture of ownership, discipline, and continuous learning
Process Improvement, Systems & Automation
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Drive continuous improvement of finance processes and workflows to reduce manual work and strengthen controls
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Lead adoption of automation, system integrations, and AI-enabled tools
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Partner on ERP and finance systems implementation, including process design, testing, and controls
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Help build a finance operating model that scales through better processes, not linear headcount growth
Business Partnership
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Partner closely with the Director, Finance and FP&A to ensure actuals are accurate and aligned to management reporting
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Provide accounting guidance on contracts, pricing structures, new products, and strategic initiatives
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Support due diligence, financing activities, acquisitions, and other special projects as required
QUALIFICATIONS
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CPA designation required
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8–12+ years of progressive accounting experience, including significant controllership or senior accounting leadership
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Strong technical accounting knowledge under ASPE
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Proven experience leading month-end close, external audits, internal controls, and statutory compliance
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Strong experience with multi-entity accounting, intercompany transactions, and consolidated financial reporting
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Experience with Canadian and U.S. entity accounting and cross-border tax and compliance strongly preferred
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Hands-on experience with modern ERP environments, workflow tools, and process automation
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Experience in energy, infrastructure, or other operationally complex environments is an asset
SKILLS & COMPETENCIES
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High standards for accuracy, control, and audit readiness
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Systems-oriented — naturally inclined to automate, streamline, and improve processes
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Comfortable working hands-on in the detail while leading a function
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Clear and confident communicator across senior leadership, auditors, lenders, and non-finance stakeholders
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Proven people leader who develops talent and raises performance standards
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Thrives in fast-paced, multi-entity environments with competing priorities
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Proactive, solution-oriented, and comfortable with high accountability
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Location: Hybrid - Mississauga HQ (3 days per week expected)
BENEFITS
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Competitive salary and bonus
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Profit sharing
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Comprehensive health benefits package
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Group RRSP with employer matching
Apply Now: If you’re a strategic leader passionate about innovation and driving growth in a rapidly evolving industry, we want to hear from you!
Hiring Process
Rodan Energy's hiring process is designed to identify candidates who are the right fit — technically, culturally, and professionally. As part of our process, candidates should be aware of the following:
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Background Check: As part of our hiring process, successful candidates will be required to complete a background check, which may include criminal record and credential verification.
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Assignment: Shortlisted candidates may be asked to complete a practical assignment. This is an opportunity to demonstrate your strategic thinking, creativity, and approach to real-world challenges relevant to the role.
We respect your time and will provide clear instructions and reasonable timelines for any assignments requested.
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