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Financial Controller

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Who we are:

GoMaterials is one of Canada's fastest-growing companies, recognized byDeloitte, theGlobe & Mail,and theLazaridis Scaleup Program. We’re revolutionizing how landscape contractors source plant and hardscape materials through a B2B marketplace that simplifies procurement in a traditionally outdated industry.

Since our inception, we have helped landscapers save time, money, and stress and plant over 1.5 million plants and trees. Led by a young and eager group of entrepreneurs, GoMaterials is aggressively expanding across North America. We are therefore looking for amazing people to add to our team!

About the role:

We are looking for an accounting professional with a great analytical mind who is fiercely passionate about building a highly automated accounting function.

As Financial Controller at GoMaterials, you’ll take full ownership of our general ledger accounting operations and shape how the function scales with the business. Beyond ensuring accurate financial reporting, you’ll be the driving force behind automating processes, strengthening internal controls, and leveraging technology to improve efficiency and accuracy.

What you’ll do:

  • Own accounting operations: Complete ownership of general ledger accounting, payroll, and tax compliance activities
  • Month-end & year-end close: Ensure timely, accurate, and efficient reporting with automation-driven improvements
  • Financial reporting: Prepare and present financial statements in compliance with ASPE
  • Internal controls: Establish, maintain, and improve accounting policies and procedures
  • Compliance: Ensure payroll and sales tax compliance across Canada and U.S. jurisdictions
  • Audit & external partners: Manage annual audit, liaise with auditors and tax advisors
  • Technology & automation: Champion system optimization, identifying opportunities to streamline and automate processes
  • Leadership: Mentor and develop the finance team, fostering accountability, innovation, and growth
  • What you'll need:

  • CPA designation required
  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
  • 6–8 years of progressive experience in accounting/finance, ideally with a Big 4 background plus industry leadership experience
  • Strong command of ASPE accounting
  • Proven success managing full-cycle accounting, month-end close, and audit processes
  • Demonstrated experience implementing automation, ERP systems, and process improvements
  • Expert-level Excel and data processing skills; basic proficiency in SQL, PowerQuery, or similar tools a plus
  • Bilingual (English & French) strongly preferred
  • Strong analytical, organizational, and leadership skills
  • Additional Information

    From day one, you get to...

    Share your ideas and actually see them come to life

    Grow with us through learning & promotion opportunities

    ️ Enjoy solid health benefits & time off (3 weeks + 1 week during the holiday break)

    Get a piece of the pie with equity after your first year

    Work with a fun, tight-knit team that celebrates wins together. Want to learn more? Check out our culture code.

    Ready to apply?

    If you think you’d be a great fit at our company and are passionate about this job, we want to hear from you!

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