Regional Site Controller

Regional Site Controller

Employment Type

Permanent
Location
GTA, Ontario
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Job Description:

Our client is looking for a Regional Site Controller to support financial performance across assigned locations within a consumer packaged goods (CPG) manufacturing environment, while working closely with plant and regional leadership to enable informed, data-driven decision-making. This role delivers meaningful financial insight while reinforcing strong financial discipline and consistent reporting practices across sites.

Key responsibilities include financial planning, forecasting, cost analysis, and period-end reporting, with a focus on operational efficiency, risk management, and compliance with internal policies. The Regional Site Controller leads and mentors an operations-focused finance team and partners cross-functionally to improve processes, enhance cost visibility, and support continuous improvement initiatives. Through effective financial stewardship and collaboration, this role contributes to sustainable site performance and alignment with broader organizational objectives.

Major Responsibilities / Duties:

Financial Leadership and Business Partnership

Provide strategic financial leadership and act as a trusted business partner to regional and site leadership teams.

Lead the monthly Operations Finance Global results presentation to Supply Chain and senior leadership, delivering clear insights, risks, and opportunities.

Collaborate closely with site leadership to drive ownership and accountability for financial performance, identifying process improvements and cost optimization opportunities across the full P&L.

Ensure timely, accurate, and compliant plant-level financial reporting in accordance with internal controls, policies, and business unit requirements.

Support the development, execution, and achievement of annual operating plans, budgets, and long-range financial forecasts for assigned sites.

Lead, mentor, and develop the operations finance team, setting performance expectations, building financial acumen, and driving continuous improvement, productivity, and value creation.
Operational and Performance Analysis

Partner with cross-functional teams to support achievement of plant and regional objectives through data-driven analysis and actionable recommendations.

Analyze operational and financial data to identify trends, variances, and improvement opportunities, including productivity, cost savings, and working capital optimization.

Prepare and present plant financial results, KPIs, and scorecards to management, highlighting root causes, corrective actions, and forward-looking insights.
Forecasting and Planning

Own the site-level forecasting process, including monthly outlooks and rolling forecasts.

Analyze trends, volume assumptions, cost drivers, and operational risks to assess financial impact and provide informed recommendations to leadership.

Align forecasts with operational plans and ensure consistency across sites and regions.
Cost Accounting, Inventory, and Asset Management

Oversee cost accounting activities, ensuring accurate and complete reporting of job costs, overhead, inventory valuation, and fixed assets.

Maintain strong inventory controls, including cycle counts, physical inventories, and reconciliation processes.

Ensure compliance with accounting standards, internal controls, and company policies related to inventory and asset management.
Month-End Close and Controls

Lead the month-end close process, ensuring timely and accurate financial results.

Manage balance sheet accounts, including accruals, reserves, reconciliations, and variance analysis.

Strengthen internal controls, proactively address audit findings, and support internal and external audit requirements.
Continuous Improvement and Leadership

Drive standardization, automation, and continuous improvement of finance processes across sites.

Support change management initiatives, system enhancements, and cross-functional projects.

Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous learning within the finance organization.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

In-depth knowledge of finance and accounting principles, including cost accounting, inventory valuation, fixed assets, and P&L management.

Strong understanding of manufacturing and supply chain operations, including plant economics, productivity metrics, and operational cost drivers.

Working knowledge of budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning processes in a multi-site or regional environment.

Knowledge of internal controls, SOX requirements, audit processes, and compliance standards.

Familiarity with ERP systems and financial reporting tools, as well as standard financial systems and data analytics platforms.

Understanding of corporate governance, financial policies, and business unit reporting requirements.

Strong financial analysis and problem-solving skills, with the ability to translate complex data into clear, actionable insights.

Proven ability to partner effectively with…