Corporate Controller

Corporate Controller

Halifax, NS

Reference # HL-PSA-10198

As one of Canada's leading container terminals and a critical gateway for international trade, PSA Halifax offers an exciting opportunity for an accomplished finance professional to make a strategic impact within a dynamic and growing organization. Reporting directly to the Chief Financial Officer & Corporate Secretary, the Corporate Controller will play a key leadership role in guiding the organization's financial performance, risk management, governance, and operational decision-making.

This position goes beyond traditional accounting leadership. As Corporate Controller, you will serve as a trusted advisor to senior leadership while overseeing all aspects of financial reporting, treasury, budgeting, forecasting, and internal controls. You will help drive business performance through insightful analysis, strong governance, and continuous process improvement. As a member of the Extended Management Team, you'll have the opportunity to contribute to strategic planning initiatives and influence important business decisions that support the long-term success of the organization

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the preparation and review of monthly and annual financial statements
• Oversee forecasting, budgeting, and financial planning activities
• Coordinate year-end audits, tax compliance, and regulatory reporting
• Monitor banking relationships, lending agreements, and covenant compliance
• Support Board reporting and executive decision-making processes

Treasury & Operational Finance

• Manage cash flow forecasting and treasury functions
• Oversee Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, payroll, and billing activities
• Analyze operational performance, labour costs, and customer profitability
• Ensure financial resources are managed efficiently and effectively

Strategic Business Support

• Develop business cases, pro forma analyses, and investment evaluations
• Support capital planning and operational improvement initiatives
• Contribute financial insights to strategic and business development opportunities
• Participate in customer contract and service costing analysis

Governance, Risk & Controls

• Champion strong internal controls and financial governance practices
• Support enterprise risk management initiatives
• Lead continuous improvement efforts across financial processes and systems
• Oversee insurance administration, claims management, and policy renewals

The ideal candidate will possess:

• CPA designation is a must
• Minimum 5 years of progressive finance and accounting experience
• Leadership experience with responsibility for coaching and developing teams
• Strong expertise in financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and analysis
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Experience supporting business planning and strategic initiatives
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities
• Experience in risk management and governance practices
• Advanced Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office skills
• Experience with Microsoft Dynamics GP would be considered an asset

This is an opportunity to join a respected industry leader and play a meaningful role in an organization that supports global commerce and economic growth throughout Atlantic Canada.