As a Assistant Controller for Construction PCL Inc. in Montral, Quebec, youll have the opportunity to join a fast-growing team in the Qubec market and help create meaningful impact by contributing to the delivery of outstanding projects.
Why Choose PCL?Choose a career with rewards that matter. PCLs total rewards are designed to support your growth, well-being and future success -- because when you succeed, we all do. Our offerings could include:
- Employee ownership opportunities that build long-term value
- Annual discretionary performance bonuses
- RRSP, TFSA, Pension Contribution Options
- Flexible medical, dental and vision benefits
- Prescription drug coverage and virtual care services
- Life, AD&D and disability insurance
- Paid parental leave and family care support
- Health and lifestyle spending account options
- Mental health and wellness support, including Employee Assistance Programs
- Career growth pathways, leadership development and mentorship programs
- Access to world-class training through PCLs College of Construction and professional development courses
- Ongoing opportunities to learn new skills, explore different roles and grow your career across sectors and regions
Heres how a Assistant Controller for Construction PCL Inc. within Montreal district contributes to our team:
Responsibilities- Own the full accounting cycle for projects and office - AP, AR, payroll, cash flow - ensuring compliance with contracts, legislation, and internal policies.
- Partner closely with operations to drive financial performance, including forecasting, recoveries, and reconciliations.
- Deliver reliable, timely reporting (monthly, year-end, and ad hoc) and provide clear insights to support decision-making.
- Lead deep-dive analyses on financial results, identify discrepancies, and drive resolutions.
- Support planning cycles and contribute to strategic financial reviews at the district level.
- Manage cash flow and financial controls, recommending improvements where needed.
- Ensure all project documentation is complete and compliant (insurance, bonding, statutory declarations, lien waivers).
- Proactively identify and communicate financial, compliance, and project risks to the project team and management.
Qualifications- Undergraduate degree or diploma in a related discipline.
- Accounting designation preferred.
- 6-10 years of progressive accounting experience in construction or a related industry preferred.
- Construction knowledge an asset; understands general construction terms and processes.
- Advanced knowledge and understanding of full-cycle accounting, with the ability to teach and mentor more junior staff.
- Advanced understanding of accounting principles, including maintenance of ledgers and cash-flows with ability to analyze and recommend potential strategies.
- Advanced understanding forecasting and budgeting.
- Advanced knowledge of applicable generally accepted accounting practices and standards.
- Knowledge of project costing principles, recoveries, insurance, and contract/subcontract requirements as related to accounting.
Your Work Has Purpose HerePCL projects are where life happens, where communities connect, careers begin, and progress is made. Regardless of the type of project, we are building something bigger: a future thats inclusive, resilient and full of opportunity.
Company: Construction PCL Inc.
Primary Location: Montral, Quebec
Job Title: Assistant Controller
Requisition ID: 14342
