Corporate Controller

Job Description

Our client is a privately held oil and natural gas exploration and production company with operations focused in Central and Northern Alberta. With a strong core asset base and a focus on sustainable growth, the organization is committed to operational excellence, technical innovation, and long-term value creation.

They are currently seeking a Corporate Controller to join their Calgary-based team.

Responsibilities:

  • Lead the preparation of quarterly and annual financial statements and MD&A in accordance with IFRS and applicable regulatory requirements

  • Prepare and enhance monthly internal management reporting packages, including KPI analysis, variances, and operational metrics

  • Oversee cash flow management, treasury functions, and corporate banking relationships

  • Manage Canadian and U.S. tax compliance in coordination with external advisors

  • Lead, mentor, and develop the accounting and finance team

  • Collaborate cross-functionally with operations, engineering, land, and executive leadership teams

  • Oversee consolidated financial reporting for the U.S. parent entity

  • Develop and maintain internal controls, accounting policies, and financial procedures

  • Coordinate internal and external audits and act as the primary liaison with auditors

  • Monitor changes to accounting standards and ensure ongoing compliance

  • Maintain general ledger integrity, reconciliations, and financial close processes

  • Provide financial analysis and strategic support related to capital allocation, asset performance, acquisitions, and other corporate initiatives

  • Drive continuous improvement across financial systems, reporting processes, and ERP optimization initiatives

  • Manage external service providers including audit, tax, banking, and consulting partners

  • Support additional finance and operational initiatives as required

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field

  • CPA designation required

  • Progressive experience in financial reporting and controllership within the oil & gas industry

  • Strong understanding of IFRS and industry-specific accounting practices

  • Experience managing full-cycle accounting and financial close processes

  • Knowledge of Canadian and U.S. tax frameworks and cross-border reporting considerations

  • Experience with ERP systems such as Qbyte FM and Microsoft 365

  • Strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving abilities

  • Proven leadership experience managing teams and competing priorities

  • High attention to detail with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment

Please submit all resumes to Caldwell@catchrecruitment.com


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