Plant Controller

Position: Plant Controller #92
Location: Sorel-Tracy

Are you recognized for your financial rigor, analytical mindset, and ability to translate complex data into clear insights for operational teams? Are you looking to play a key role in the performance of a manufacturing site while acting as a business partner to leadership? This opportunity is for you!
Our client, a large international company operating in the agri-food manufacturing sector, is looking for a  Plant Controller . The selected candidate will play a central role in financial monitoring of the site, performance analysis, data integrity, and supporting management teams in their decision-making.

Key Responsibilities   Act as a financial partner to plant leadership and operational teams to support decision-making.
Ensure the accuracy, reliability, and integrity of the site's financial data.
Oversee monthly and annual closing activities related to manufacturing operations.
Prepare, analyze, and validate financial reports for internal stakeholders.
Lead the annual budgeting process, financial forecasts, and periodic revisions.
Analyze variances between actual results, budgets, and forecasts, and communicate findings to leadership.
Calculate, update, and analyze standard costs, production costs, and costs related to new products.
Participate in improvement, optimization, and cost-reduction initiatives, including validating financial assumptions.
Monitor and control inventory, including finished goods, raw materials, and packaging.
Ensure compliance with procedures, KPIs, internal controls, and financial best practices, while identifying discrepancies and financial risks.
Oversee fixed assets tracking as well as the analysis, control, and forecasting of subcontracting costs.
Supervise a Senior Financial Analyst.
Perform any other related tasks and manage special projects as required.
Benefits   Friendly and dynamic work environment.
Competitive salary with performance bonus.
Comprehensive group insurance fully covered by the employer.
Health spending account and wellness account.
Retirement plan with employer contribution.
4 weeks of vacation upon hiring (negotiable based on experience), plus personal days and sick days.
Career advancement opportunities at both national and international levels.
Strategic role acting as a true business partner.
Requirements   Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in a similar role.
Experience in an industrial or manufacturing environment.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Advisory mindset with the ability to influence decision-makers.
Solid understanding of accounting principles and manufacturing costing.
Professional bilingualism in French and English (50% of communications are in English).
Strong computer skills, including advanced Excel.
Strong attention to detail, autonomy, and organizational skills.
Knowledge of SAP is a strong asset.
CPA designation is a significant asset.
Salary:  $100,000 to $150,000 annually, depending on experience.

Schedule:

Day shift, between 7:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., with flexibility.
Status:  Permanent

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