Controller-Plant; Saint-Hyacinthe

Position: Controller-Plant (Saint-Hyacinthe)
Location: Saint-Hyacinthe

Position Summary  Revival Gourmet Foods, a premium small‑batch sauce manufacturer in Downingtown, Pennsylvania is seeking a strategic Controller. In this key leadership role, you will oversee all financial management and operational controls for our production facility. Partnering closely with site leadership, you will drive profitability and efficiency by leading cost management, variance analysis, and forecasting to guide our long‑term growth.

Key Responsibilities   Strategic Business Partnering:
Partner closely with site leadership to provide financial analysis, modeling (ROI, make/buy, Cap Ex), and strategic recommendations that drive profitability and operational decisions.
Financial Reporting & Variance Analysis:
Own the monthly/quarterly financial review process. Analyze and present performance results, sales/cost drivers, and manufacturing variances (absorption, labor, expenses) to both finance and non‑finance leaders.
Budgeting & Forecasting:
Lead and manage the development of the plant’s Annual Operating Plan (AOP) and subsequent forecasting (OTL) processes.
Cost Accounting & Inventory Management:
Oversee product cost standards, the annual standards roll, inventory management, physical inventory counts, and development/maintenance of Bills of Materials (BOMs).
Continuous Improvement & Operational Metrics:
Lead cost‑out and profit‑improvement initiatives. Develop, deploy, and track daily operational metrics to proactively manage costs, target savings, and optimize working capital.
Controls & Compliance:
Partner with central accounting to maintain a robust internal controls environment and implement new financial reporting processes or tools as needed.

Minimum Requirements   Education & Credentials:
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required; CPA or CMA is highly preferred.

Experience:

5 years of progressive accounting/finance experience, ideally within an industrial manufacturing environment. Prior leadership experience is preferred.
Technical

Skills:

Expert‑level MS Excel skills and strong proficiency across Microsoft Office applications.
Analytical & Communication

Skills:

Strong data validation skills (professional skepticism) with the ability to translate complex financial data into actionable, cross‑functional insights.
Mindset: A results‑driven, continuous‑improvement mindset with a proven ability to influence teams and meet strict business deadlines.
Work Travel:
Must be able to travel to the Plant, approximately once a quarter and as needed for key leadership meetings.
What we offer   Opportunity to have a meaningful impact on a growing operation
Competitive compensation
Health benefits
Paid time off
Work from Home
Salary Range  ,000 CAD
Work Location  Primarily remote with occasional travel (once a quarter) to the plant location.
Equal Opportunity Employment  We are an equal prospect employer and value diversity at our company. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals, including women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, and members of visible minorities.
Revival Gourmet Foods is committed to creating an inclusive, barrier‑free recruitment and selection process. If you require an accommodation at any stage of the application or interview process due to a disability or medical need, please contact us. We will work with you to provide reasonable accommodations that ensure you can fully participate.

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