Our client, a manufacturer located in the Chatham, ON area, is seeking a solutions-oriented Controller to join its team. Manufacturing experience is a must.
The Job:
- Supervise Accounting and Payroll team
- Preparation of sales and profitability forecasts & capital expenditure requests
- Review closing for timeliness and accuracy
- Prepare monthly comments on financial performance of the plant
- Develop justifications for Capital Investment projects
- Continuous Improvement of the Accounting Department and the services delivered to the internal and external customer
- Financial analysis of the plant to identify trends and recommendations to improve performance.
- Interface with internal and external auditors
- Recommend improvements to plant internal accounting controls and procedures.
- Responsible for development of overhead rates for inventory valuation and part quotations
- Maintain price lists by program for invoicing and revenue recognition.
- Set Up new product line routings including charge accounts.
- Coordinate annual physical inventory.
- Prepare annual business plan and supporting schedules.
- Work on special projects as assigned by Plant Manager
- Participate in formal improvement team activities. Support all departmental and organizational improvement initiatives to achieve business objectives.
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s Degree in finance, accounting or related field or equivalent related experience and education
- Proficiency with financial software / ERP Systems
- 5+ years of experience in manufacturing environment is essential
- Proven skills in supervising and training team members
- Proven understanding of GAAP
- Extensive knowledge of accounting principles with strong mathematical skills
- High degree of attention to detail and accuracy
- Professional demeanor in dealing with customers and fellow employees.
- Excellent communication, organization and time management skills
- Ability to maintain strict confidentiality.
We are proud to support the full inclusion of persons with disabilities as set out in the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005. We are committed to ensuring the workplace is free from discrimination. During our hiring process, we will notify job applicants that accommodations are available upon request. If a selected job applicant requests accommodation, we will consult with the individual and provide or arrange for the appropriate accommodation taking into account the applicant’s disability-related needs.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: Up to $120,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company events
- Company pension
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Flexible schedule
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision care
Flexible Language Requirement:
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Supplemental pay types:
Education:
- Bachelor's Degree (preferred)
Experience:
- Controller: 5 years (preferred)
- Accounting & finance in manufacturing: 3 years (preferred)
- Manufacturing: 3 years (required)
Work Location: In person
