$110,000-140,000

Langley BC

ABOUT US

STRIVE is a Vancouver-based recruitment firm offering recruitment solutions in the specialist areas of Accounting & Finance, Corporate Administration, and Operations & Manufacturing. We are passionate about recruitment at STRIVE and commit to offering an upfront, genuine, and consultative approach to everything we do - which is a big reason why we have been successful. Our proactive recruitment approach allows us to uncover high-caliber professionals for niche, specialized, and what are often regarded as "hard to fill" roles.

THE ROLE

STRIVE has partnered with a well-established and growing real estate development company specializing in single-family and multi-family residential projects across the Lower Mainland. With over 25 years of combined experience, the company is recognized for building high-quality communities and delivering successful developments from concept to completion. As the organization continues to scale, they are seeking a Controller to join their team in Langley, BC. This is an exciting opportunity for a seasoned accounting professional who thrives in a dynamic environment and is eager to play a key role in shaping internal financial systems.

The ideal candidate is a CPA-designated professional with a strong background in real estate development or construction accounting. This person will oversee full-cycle accounting, budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting across multiple entities and projects. Theyll also contribute to strategic decision-making, support investment planning, and represent the finance function in meetings with stakeholders, investors, and business partners. This hybrid role offers the chance to join a tight-knit, collaborative team and make a tangible impact on the financial health and future growth of the organization.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead day-to-day accounting functions and ensure effective internal controls are in place
• Manage full-cycle financial reporting and contribute to ongoing improvements in accounting processes
• Provide financial insights and recommendations to support strategic planning and investment decisions
• Oversee cash flow management, budgeting, and forecasting for multiple entities and development projects
• Prepare monthly construction draw packages and coordinate with project managers and financial institutions
• Develop financial models, conduct feasibility analyses, and support long-term financial planning
• Generate detailed performance reports for internal teams, financial partners, and investors
• Work closely with external accountants and legal advisors on tax planning and compliance matters
• Monitor and reconcile intercompany transactions, assist with audits, and optimize financial systems
• Support payroll administration and ensure compliance with regulatory bodies (CRA, WCB, GST/HST)
• Supervise a junior accounting/administrative team member and manage relationships with external consultants
• Identify process efficiencies and cost-saving opportunities across financial operations
• Serve as a financial representative in meetings with business partners, investors, and other key stakeholders

Qualifications & Skills:

• CPA designation in good standing (mandatory)
• Proven experience in real estate development or construction accounting
• Minimum of 6 years in a senior finance or controller-level role, preferably within real estate or construction sectors
• Strong grasp of Canadian tax regulations and accounting practices relevant to development projects
• Proficiency with QuickBooks Online, and advanced Excel skills (including modeling)
• Exceptional accuracy, analytical thinking, and communication skills
• Independent, proactive, and solution-focused approach to problem-solving
• Comfortable working closely with executive leadership and responding to evolving business needs