Description
We are seeking an Assistant Controller to shape the financial story behind transformative Transportation & Infrastructure programs in Canada. As an Assistant Controller, you will partner closely with operational leaders, influence decisions at scale, and help drive the performance of complex, high-impact projects.
Your Impact
- Monitor and challenge monthly Transportation & Infrastructure financial performance, providing timely analysis and recommendations that drive corrective action.
- Lead and actively participate in project reviews, ensuring robust financial support for EACs and guiding mitigation strategies that influence project success.
- Partner with operational teams to identify trends, risks, and opportunities affecting current and future business performance.
- Manage Work in Progress and Accounts Receivable, partnering with billing and collections teams and project managers to optimize DSO and support collection efforts.
- Ensure compliance with revenue recognition policies and IFRS standards across assigned portfolios.
- Work closely with a team of project accountants to cultivate a culture of learning, ownership, and continuous operational enhancement.
- Develop and refine financial performance metrics and reporting tools that enable better decision-making.
- Standardize, streamline, and enhance business processes for improved financial efficiency.
- Support internal and external audits and contribute to joint venture accounting and financial statement reviews.
The Skills That Set You Apart
- You bring 5+ years of managerial and leadership experience in a senior financial role.
- You are fully bilingual (French & English) and able to support teams and clients across Canada.
- You have experience in a professional services environment and understand the financial drivers of consulting operations.
- You demonstrate critical thinking, analytical depth, and proactive problem-solving.
- You collaborate confidently across multiple business partners and dispersed teams.
- You translate complex financial results and concepts for non-financial stakeholders with clarity and ease.
- You bring knowledge of Oracle ERP (an asset).
Why Choose WSP?
- Proudly Canadian – We are a Top 100 Employer in Canada for 2026.
- A global community of brilliant minds – your next idea, mentor, or opportunity is always within reach.
- Limitless opportunities – whether across the country or around the globe, build a career that matches your ambitions.
- Flexible work and real balance – because your well-being matters as much as the impact you create.
Compensation
- AB, BC, NT, NU, SK & YT: $122,900 – $162,800
- MB & ON: $112,100 – $154,400
- NB, NL, NS, PEI & QC: $111,000 – $147,400