Financial Controller

The Financial Controller is a key member of the leadership team responsible for directing all financial and accounting activities for a manufacturing operation. Reporting to the General Manager and/or Director of Finance, the Financial Controller provides strategic financial leadership, ensures the accuracy and integrity of financial reporting, maintains compliance with accounting standards and regulatory requirements, and drives financial controls that support operational and business objectives.

This position oversees all accounting functions including financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, inventory accounting, cost accounting, fixed assets, payroll oversight, internal controls, tax reporting, cash management, and financial analysis. The Controller will partner closely with Operations, Supply Chain, Human Resources, and executive leadership to support profitable growth and continuous improvement initiatives within a manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities Financial Leadership & Team Management Lead, mentor, develop, and manage the Finance and Accounting team.

Establish performance objectives and provide ongoing coaching, training, and development opportunities.

Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, continuous improvement, and financial discipline.

Serve as a trusted business partner to plant leadership and executive management.

Financial Reporting & Month-End Close Direct and manage the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes.

Ensure timely and accurate preparation of financial statements in accordance with GAAP and/or IFRS requirements.

Review financial results and provide meaningful analysis of variances, trends, risks, and opportunities.

Prepare management reports that summarize current business performance and forecast future financial results.

Present financial performance and recommendations to senior leadership.

Budgeting, Forecasting & Financial Planning Lead the annual budgeting process and coordinate departmental budget development.

Review budget submissions, challenge assumptions, and provide supporting financial analysis.

Develop rolling forecasts and long-range financial plans.

Monitor actual performance against budget and identify corrective actions when necessary.

Support strategic planning initiatives through financial modeling and scenario analysis.

Cost Accounting & Manufacturing Finance Maintain and improve cost accounting systems and processes.

Ensure accuracy of standard costs, inventory valuation, labor absorption, and manufacturing variances.

Analyze production costs, material usage, labor efficiency, and overhead expenses.

Partner with Operations leadership to identify cost reduction opportunities and improve profitability.

Support continuous improvement initiatives through financial analysis and ROI evaluation.

Inventory & Fixed Asset Management Lead and coordinate annual physical inventory activities.

Ensure accurate inventory valuation and compliance with company policies.

Investigate and resolve inventory discrepancies and accounting variances.

Manage accounting and reporting related to Property, Plant, and Equipment (PP&E).Oversee capital expenditure tracking and capital budget management.

Evaluate capital investment requests and provide financial analysis and ROI assessments.

Monitor fixed asset additions, disposals, depreciation, and impairment reviews.

Internal Controls & Compliance Maintain a comprehensive system of internal controls to safeguard company assets.

Develop, document, and enforce accounting policies and procedures.

Ensure compliance with GAAP, IFRS, corporate accounting policies, and regulatory requirements.

Coordinate internal and external audits and ensure timely resolution of findings.

Establish and monitor financial controls to support operational and corporate objectives.

Balance Sheet & Reconciliation Management Ensure proper classification, valuation, and existence of all balance sheet accounts.

Oversee monthly account reconciliations and review supporting documentation.

Investigate, resolve, and document unreconciled variances in a timely manner.

Ensure compliance with period-end closing and reporting requirements.

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