Are you a CPA-designated leader who thrives in fast-paced, growth-oriented environments, with a track record of transforming complex financial data into actionable business strategies?
Do you possess a minimum of five years of Controllership experience within the food manufacturing or CPG sector? Are you a "Power User" of Microsoft Dynamics who can navigate multi-entity consolidations and multi-currency complexities without breaking a sweat?
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Are you a proactive, tech-savvy leader who enjoys mentoring staff and building social bridges between finance and operations and prefers autonomy over micromanagement and "face time" over silos?
If you are an experienced Controller, with a deep understanding of manufacturing cost structures and a passion for finding a "better way" through process automation and technological proficiency, this may be a great role for you to consider!
As the Controller, your mission is to ensure the accuracy, integrity, and efficiency of financial operations. You will be a key business partner, providing timely insights and guidance to departmental managers to drive informed decision-making. You will take full ownership of the financial planning function, including the annual budgeting process and monthly reviews, while leading a team of finance professionals toward excellence in productivity and best practices.
Advantages
- Competitive base salary
- Annual bonus
- RRSP match program
- Health and dental program
- Generous vacation and care day policy
- Support for CPA annual dues and professional development
- Flexible hybrid working arrangement with 1 day in the office per week
Responsibilities
Financial Planning, Budgeting & Analysis
- Lead the preparation of the annual budget and develop long-term financial strategies.
- Conduct detailed financial analysis on operational performance, margins, and cost drivers.
- Develop and maintain financial dashboards and unit economic models to track operational KPIs.
- Perform ROI, IRR, and NPV analysis to evaluate investment opportunities and capital expenditures.
Accounting Processes & Internal Controls
- Oversee month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes to ensure accuracy and timeliness.
- Manage multi-entity and multi-currency consolidations and maintain robust documentation for audit compliance.
- Serve as the primary liaison for external auditors.
- Monitor currency exposure and support treasury/hedging strategies.
- Identify opportunities to automate manual data work and improve interdepartmental financial controls.
Leadership & Strategic Partnership
- Lead, mentor, and train a team including a Senior Accountant & Accounting Analyst
- Translate complex financial results into relatable insights for stakeholders with varying levels of financial knowledge.
- Collaborate with the Director of Finance to optimize working capital and treasury management.
Qualifications
- Professional Designation: CPA highly preferred.
- Experience: 7+ years of experience in financial reporting, ideally within a fast-paced or growth-stage environment.
- Technical Expertise: Strong cost accounting knowledge and proven experience in multi-entity/multi-currency consolidation.
- Systems: Advanced proficiency in Excel is a must; experience with Microsoft Dynamics or similar ERP software is highly preferred.
- Industry Knowledge: Deep understanding of operational cost structures (COGS, logistics, manufacturing). Experience in the Food & Beverage or Manufacturing industry is considered a significant asset.
- Soft Skills: Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate concisely and effectively across all levels of the organization.
Summary
If this sounds like an exciting opportunity and a great match for you, and you are ready for a new challenge, please apply to or share with your network, today!
Randstad Canada is committed to fostering a workforce reflective of all peoples of Canada. As a result, we are committed to developing and implementing strategies to increase the equity, diversity and inclusion within the workplace by examining our internal policies, practices, and systems throughout the entire lifecycle of our workforce, including its recruitment, retention and advancement for all employees. In addition to our deep commitment to respecting human rights, we are dedicated to positive actions to affect change to ensure everyone has full participation in the workforce free from any barriers, systemic or otherwise, especially equity-seeking groups who are usually underrepresented in Canada's workforce, including those who identify as women or non-binary/gender non-conforming; Indigenous or Aboriginal Peoples; persons with disabilities (visible or invisible) and; members of visible minorities, racialized groups and the LGBTQ2+ community.
Randstad Canada is committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible workplace for all its candidates and employees by supporting their accessibility and accommodation needs throughout the employment lifecycle. We ask that all job applications please identify any accommodation requirements by sending an email to accessibility@randstad.ca to ensure their ability to fully participate in the interview process.
This posting is for existing and upcoming vacancies.
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Are you a CPA-designated leader who thrives in fast-paced, growth-oriented environments, with a track record of transforming complex financial data into actionable business strategies?
Do you possess a minimum of five years of Controllership experience within the food manufacturing or CPG sector? Are you a "Power User" of Microsoft Dynamics who can navigate multi-entity consolidations and multi-currency complexities without breaking a sweat?
Are you a proactive, tech-savvy leader who enjoys mentoring staff and building social bridges between finance and operations and prefers autonomy over micromanagement and "face time" over silos?
If you are an experienced Controller, with a deep understanding of manufacturing cost structures and a passion for finding a "better way" through process automation and technological proficiency, this may be a great role for you to consider!
As the Controller, your mission is to ensure the accuracy, integrity, and efficiency of financial operations. You will be a key business partner, providing timely insights and guidance to departmental managers to drive informed decision-making. You will take full ownership of the financial planning function, including the annual budgeting process and monthly reviews, while leading a team of finance professionals toward excellence in productivity and best practices.
...
Advantages
- Competitive base salary
- Annual bonus
- RRSP match program
- Health and dental program
- Generous vacation and care day policy
- Support for CPA annual dues and professional development
- Flexible hybrid working arrangement with 1 day in the office per week
Responsibilities
Financial Planning, Budgeting & Analysis
- Lead the preparation of the annual budget and develop long-term financial strategies.
- Conduct detailed financial analysis on operational performance, margins, and cost drivers.
- Develop and maintain financial dashboards and unit economic models to track operational KPIs.
- Perform ROI, IRR, and NPV analysis to evaluate investment opportunities and capital expenditures.
Accounting Processes & Internal Controls
- Oversee month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes to ensure accuracy and timeliness.
- Manage multi-entity and multi-currency consolidations and maintain robust documentation for audit compliance.
- Serve as the primary liaison for external auditors.
- Monitor currency exposure and support treasury/hedging strategies.
- Identify opportunities to automate manual data work and improve interdepartmental financial controls.
Leadership & Strategic Partnership
- Lead, mentor, and train a team including a Senior Accountant & Accounting Analyst
- Translate complex financial results into relatable insights for stakeholders with varying levels of financial knowledge.
- Collaborate with the Director of Finance to optimize working capital and treasury management.
Qualifications
- Professional Designation: CPA highly preferred.
- Experience: 7+ years of experience in financial reporting, ideally within a fast-paced or growth-stage environment.
- Technical Expertise: Strong cost accounting knowledge and proven experience in multi-entity/multi-currency consolidation.
- Systems: Advanced proficiency in Excel is a must; experience with Microsoft Dynamics or similar ERP software is highly preferred.
- Industry Knowledge: Deep understanding of operational cost structures (COGS, logistics, manufacturing). Experience in the Food & Beverage or Manufacturing industry is considered a significant asset.
- Soft Skills: Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate concisely and effectively across all levels of the organization.
Summary
If this sounds like an exciting opportunity and a great match for you, and you are ready for a new challenge, please apply to or share with your network, today!
Randstad Canada is committed to fostering a workforce reflective of all peoples of Canada. As a result, we are committed to developing and implementing strategies to increase the equity, diversity and inclusion within the workplace by examining our internal policies, practices, and systems throughout the entire lifecycle of our workforce, including its recruitment, retention and advancement for all employees. In addition to our deep commitment to respecting human rights, we are dedicated to positive actions to affect change to ensure everyone has full participation in the workforce free from any barriers, systemic or otherwise, especially equity-seeking groups who are usually underrepresented in Canada's workforce, including those who identify as women or non-binary/gender non-conforming; Indigenous or Aboriginal Peoples; persons with disabilities (visible or invisible) and; members of visible minorities, racialized groups and the LGBTQ2+ community.
Randstad Canada is committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible workplace for all its candidates and employees by supporting their accessibility and accommodation needs throughout the employment lifecycle. We ask that all job applications please identify any accommodation requirements by sending an email to accessibility@randstad.ca to ensure their ability to fully participate in the interview process.
This posting is for existing and upcoming vacancies.
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