Controller

Celeros Flow Technology•Burlington, ON

18d•$110,000 - $130,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Controller is a member of the Global Finance Leadership team and the local Burlington Leadership team, and will be responsible for positively impacting near-term results and the overall long-term success of the business. This role provides strategic direction, leadership, and accountability for financial operations for the Canada Clyde Union business and will focus on enhancing financial planning and analysis to drive transparency and decision-making for all business functions. A successful candidate in this role will instill a culture focused on accountability, transparency, and ownership through strong leadership, innovation, talent, and disciplined practices and processes. This leader will develop and maintain a sustained and long-term continuous improvement and efficient organization that consistently produces results while motivating and retaining employees with high performance standards.

Requirements

Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Excel, SAP, HFM and AS400 experience desired
Audit experience, preferably Big 4 Accounting firms
Excellent communication and presentation skills
Alignment to the strategic goals of the Company and financial philosophy within the business structure
Strong analytical skills – able to assist in identifying and providing solutions to complex operational and financial issues as they impact the function. Able to create clear action plans.
Attention to detail, flexibility, and ability to collaborate with others through appropriate influencing and negotiation strategies
Broad organizational business acumen, emotional intelligence, executive disposition and a strong bias for results
Can meet commitments with the highest standards of ethics and integrity
Ability to work well under deadlines and to deliver results on time
Self-starting with good organizational skills
Strong business and financial analytical skills, with the ability to analyze data and forecast financial results
Ability to work in a team-oriented matrix environment that is fast-paced and demanding
Ability to lead, manage, communicate, and build relationships with multiple functional areas within a matrix organization
Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance or related discipline required
Minimum of 10+ years manufacturing costing and financial reporting experience with an automated system
Public accounting experience is highly desirable; strong background with internal & external audit functions required
SAP and AS400 experience preferred
Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Canadian equivalent (CGPA), preferred
Strong knowledge of U.S. Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), preferred

Responsibilities

Set the direction, tone, and management for the controllership and finance activities
Clear understanding of material transactions and activities impacting the operating results
Provides actionable business insights through detailed financial planning and analysis, with focus on sales forecasting, cost controls, capital deployment and working capital management
In depth understanding and modeling of operational impacts to the P&L and Cash Flow based on various operational scenarios
Hands-on management of site controllership team to own, manage and optimize balance sheet (B/S), P&L and cash flow (CF)
Succession and top grading of finance team
Drive finance projects based on business needs and cross functional support, as required
Ensure that the business units’ financial results are reported in an accurate and timely manner in accordance with GAAP through periodic balance sheet reviews, communication of current issues and best practice sharing
Ensure compliance with the following accounting standards: US and Local Country Generally Accepted Accounting Practices (GAAP) Company policies and procedures
Coordinates Tax and Treasury issues relating to the location
Project management and operational execution impacting financial performance, including but not limited to manufacturing capacity planning, capital deployment, product pricing, percentage of completion accounting, and long-term service accounting
Proactive management of external audits and coordination of timely implementation of corrective action
Coordinates and performs compliance work, including maintaining proper internal control documentation, monitoring of control design and effectiveness, preparation, maintenance and review of self-assessment documentation and primary contact for Corporate or compliance matters.
Generally, champions compliance oversight, driving the control environment throughout the business by monitoring and identification as well as leading improvement of compliance processes
Establish and monitor financially based KPIs within each functional area.
Plays key role in ensuring the financial area complies with laws and regulations; stays abreast of laws and regulations through professional reading, electronic professional websites and internal counsel.
Analysis & reporting of inventory, purchase price variance, production order variance, various spending accounts, labor & efficiencies, etc.
Provide monthly and annual forecasting and budgeting
Partner with global product managers to understand market pricing requirements and where price escalation can be achieved
Engage with Operational management, supply chain, engineering, and HR to optimize cost structure and global footprint
All other duties as directed or modified