Reporting to the General Manager, the Controller is responsible for directing and overseeing all accounting and financial activities of this privately held, well-known and respected manufacturing operation. Activities include but not limited to; financial statements and reports, financial forecast, annual budgets, and supporting financial analysis. The Controller directs and monitors implementation of accounting, budgeting, internal controls and financial reporting policies & procedures and administrative practices at the operating unit.

Primary Responsibilities

• Proactive member of the Company’s senior management team, assisting in the development of its long-term business strategies, and near term operating plans including annual Budgeting (Business Plan) and quarterly 12 month rolling forecasts (Forecasts)
• Act as an advisory to the VP/GM and other senior managers on all financial and related issues as needed
• Drive improvement in business performance through effective cost control, monitoring and reporting systems, with particular emphasis on profitability and cash flow
• Deliver accurate and timely financial reports including monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements and management reports
• Evaluate all financial systems and procedures and implement changes and improvements to increase accuracy, strengthen controls and timely reporting
• Ensure integrity of financial reporting systems
• Collaborate with Operations in the management and maintenance of the Company’s perpetual inventory system ensuring accurate and timely recording of receipts, production variances, scrap, reporting and valuation.
• Monitor controls over inventory processes and implement changes to improve operations and efficiencies as required.
• Ensure that financial controls and operating procedures are in place and to comply with GAAP, Group, Parent and legislative requirements
• Lead the annual budget process and be responsible for monitoring performance to plan on a continuous basis
• Ensure best practices are consistently implemented regarding all financial and accounting related processes and procedures
• Promote a culture of high performance and continuous improvement that values learning and a commitment to high achievement
• Establish and monitor staff performance and development goals, assign accountabilities, set objectives and establish priorities. Mentor and develop staff using a supportive and collaborative approach
• Drive and support compliance and ethical processes and behaviors through the business

Job Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in accounting is required. Master’s degree and/or CPA desired with at least 7+ years of applicable experience in roles of increasing responsibility within a manufacturing environment
• A solid understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and costing are essential
• Prior Controller experience in a manufacturing setting where financial best practices were previously established
• Strong analytical, critical thinking, problem-solving, management and organization skills
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, including a proficiency to present complex business issues to Company, Group and Parent level management
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite of products including advanced Excel skills