Posted 2 months ago
Financial Controller (NORPAC Construction)
@ Highbridge Human Capital
Kamloops, British Columbia
Overview
Highbridge Human Capital is hiring a Financial Controller for NORPAC Construction, a project-based builder. The role oversees all accounting operations, job costing, WIP reporting, cash flow forecasting and compliance with CRA and lien legislation, and leads a small accounting team. Based in Kamloops, BC, with travel to project sites as required. Full-time.
Responsibilities:
- Oversee accounting operations, job costing and general ledger
- Prepare financial statements under ASPE/IFRS and lead close processes
- Manage job cost, WIP and project budget variances
- Manage cash flow, forecasting and working capital
- Ensure CRA, payroll and lien act compliance
Requirements summary:
- 5+ years progressive accounting experience, including construction
- CPA designation strongly preferred
- Strong job costing and project accounting knowledge
- Proficiency with Viewpoint, Sage 300, QuickBooks or Jonas
- Advanced Excel skills
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-09-13
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-09
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-09
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Job details
| Seniority | Senior |
| Department | Finance & accounting |
| Experience | 5+ years |
| Manages people | Yes |
| Hours per week | 40 (estimated) |
| Travel | ground: moderate |
| Work setting | Office, Client sites |
| Position | Mostly sitting |
| Physical demands | physical low · computer high |
| Languages | English |
| Licences & certifications | CPA |
| Perks mentioned | Generous parental leave |
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Highbridge Human Capital
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Elevating your people. Elevating your business.
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Elevating your people. Elevating your business. Our mission is to deliver sustainable solutions that support your culture, create value for your people and help you reach your business objectives. We are a boutique human resources consulting group that specializes in people potential. We offer our client’s people solutions and administrative services across North America and globally. By linking people solutions to an integrated business strategy, we help organizations gain a competitive people advantage. What can Highbridge do for you? Highbridge Human Capital has vast experience and in-depth knowledge in providing HR services to local and multinational companies from different industries of various sizes and complexity. Highbridge Human Capital leverages research, analytics, and industry insights to design and execute critical programs that help organizations solve and manage some of their most complex people challenges. Advisory Services Highbridge Human Capital has vast experience and in-depth knowledge in providing HR services to local and multinational companies from different industries of various sizes and complexity. Highbridge Human Capital leverages research, analytics, and industry insights to design and execute critical programs that help organizations solve and manage some of their most complex people challenges. Recruitment Services Finding talent both on- and off-balance sheet has moved far beyond traditional recruiting to encompass the broader scope of talent acquisition. The Talent challenges of today are more complex than ever as the sphere of recruiting includes both the human element and technology. We help connect organizations with the right talent by helping build their employment brand, creating a compelling candidate experience, and broadening and expanding sourcing channels.
- LinkedIn followers
- 3,139
- People associated on LinkedIn
- 9
- Reported office locations
- 1650 W 7th Ave, Vancouver, British Columbia V6J, CA
- Other recorded names
- Highbridge Human Capital
- Specialties
- Human ressources
- HR Advisory
- and Recruitment
- Profile identifies a recruitment agency
- Yes
Elevating your people. Elevating your business. Our mission is to deliver sustainable solutions that support your culture, create value for your people and help you reach your business objectives. We are a boutique human resources consulting group that specializes in people potential. We offer our client’s people solutions and administrative services across North America and globally. By linking people solutions to…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Human Resources Services |
| Company size | 2-10 employees |
| Headquarters | Vancouver, British Columbia |
| Organization type | Privately Held |
| Specialties | Human ressourcesHR Advisoryand Recruitment |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 13 |
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Norpac is looking for a Controller to ensure that we have accurate financial information, strong controls, accurate project costs, project and overhead forecasts, and realtime and live information on financial positioning
As the organization delivers projects that vary in scope, location, and delivery conditions, the Controller plays a critical role in ensuring that financial planning, reporting, and controls are aligned with operational realities. The role supports executive leadership by bringing clarity to financial performance, cash flow, and risk exposure across the business.
This position is well suited to a construction finance leader who understands project-based environments and is comfortable operating within an execution-focused organization. The Controller will contribute to strategic planning while maintaining strong financial discipline and oversight.
The Controller is responsible for the overall financial management of the company, including accounting, reporting, compliance, budgeting, and internal controls. This role plays a critical leadership function, partnering closely with executive management, project managers, and operations teams to ensure financial performance, profitability, and regulatory compliance across all projects.
Key Responsibilities
Financial Management
· Oversee all accounting operations including AR, AP, payroll, job costing, and general ledger.
· Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with ASPE/IFRS.
· Manage cash flow, forecasting, and working capital.
· Lead month-end and year-end close processes.
Construction-Specific Duties
· Manage job cost accounting and WIP (Work in Progress) reporting.
· Review project budgets, cost-to-complete, and variance analysis.
· Monitor holdbacks, progress billings, and change orders.
· Ensure compliance with lien legislation and construction contracts.
Financial Control & Accounting
· Full responsibility for general ledger, AP, AR, payroll, and banking.
· Ownership of month-end and year-end close processes.
· Preparation of financial statements under ASPE/IFRS.
· Maintain chart of accounts and accounting policies.
· Ensure accurate revenue recognition and expense matching.
Project & Job Cost Management
· Oversee job cost accounting for all active projects.
· Maintain WIP (Work in Progress) and percentage-of-completion reporting.
· Track labour, materials, subcontractors, equipment, and overhead.
· Review project budgets vs actuals and identify variances.
· Monitor change orders, progress billings, holdbacks, and claims.
· Partner with project managers on financial performance.
Cash Flow & Working Capital
· Prepare weekly and monthly cash flow forecasts.
· Manage collections, payables, and vendor relationships.
· Oversee credit facilities and banking requirements.
· Support bonding and surety reporting.
· Optimize working capital and liquidity.
Compliance & Regulatory
· Ensure compliance with CRA requirements:
o GST/HST filings
o Payroll remittances
o T4/T5 slips
o Corporate tax support
· Ensure compliance with provincial lien acts and contract terms.
· Coordinate external audits and tax engagements.
· Maintain internal controls and financial risk management.
Budgeting & Forecasting
· Lead annual budget process.
· Prepare rolling forecasts and cost-to-complete reports.
· Support strategic planning and financial modeling.
· Provide financial insights for growth decisions.
Leadership & Systems
· Manage and develop accounting staff.
· Implement and improve financial systems (Viewpoint, Jonas, Sage, etc.).
· Drive process automation and efficiency.
· Ensure data integrity and reporting accuracy.
Requirements
- CPA designation (CPA Canada) – strongly preferred.
- 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, including construction industry.
- Strong knowledge of job costing and project accounting.
- Proficiency with accounting systems (e.g., Viewpoint, Sage 300, QuickBooks, Jonas).
- Advanced Excel skills.
Preferred
- Experience in mid-sized construction or contracting firms.
- Knowledge of bonding, surety requirements, and lender reporting.
- Experience with union payroll and multi-province operations.
Benefits
• Comprehensive extended health benefits, including life insurance and long-term disability coverage.
• Paid parental leave.
• Based in Kamloops, BC, with flexibility for travel to project sites as required.
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