Assistant Controller

Assistant Controller – Global Manufacturing Company (18-Month Contract)

An exciting opportunity has emerged for an Assistant Controller with a global, rapidly expanding manufacturing company. This 18-month contract role involves overseeing multi-currency financial consolidations, managing budgeting and forecasting, preparing accurate financial statements, and ensuring compliance with international accounting standards. We are looking for a strong people leader with significant experience in finance, ideally within a manufacturing environment, and someone with a keen interest in driving process improvements and team development. This company is already global and growing through acquisitions.

Who – The Company:
Our client is a high-growth global player in the manufacturing industry, with a presence in over 80 countries. The company offers innovative products aimed at solving some of the most complex construction and environmental challenges. Recently, it was acquired by a leading private equity firm with a history of enhancing and growing companies across various sectors. This acquisition will position the company for continued expansion through strategic investments and acquisitions.

What – The Role:
This Assistant Controller position offers an exciting opportunity to lead and grow within an evolving company. The ideal candidate will have substantial experience in finance leadership and team management, ideally from a manufacturing or similar sector. This role offers an opportunity to contribute significantly to the company's growth trajectory.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead multi-currency financial consolidations, including acquisitions and new international production facilities.
• Assist in preparing, monitoring, and analyzing budgets and forecasts, providing insights for senior decision-makers.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements with an emphasis on accuracy and regulatory compliance.
• Perform variance analysis and provide actionable insights to senior management.
• Review and reconcile general ledger accounts, ensuring accurate financial reporting.
• Oversee intercompany transactions, inventory analysis, and other complex financial matters.
• Present detailed financial reports and analyses to senior management and stakeholders.
• Learn and utilize consolidation software (Datarails) to streamline reporting processes (previous experience is beneficial, but not necessary).
• Leverage Power BI for financial reporting and analysis (prior experience is an advantage but not essential).
• Ensure compliance with IFRS and support the implementation of internal control procedures.
• Work with external auditors to meet deadlines and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate on financial reporting system improvements to enhance efficiency.
• Mentor and develop junior finance team members, preparing them for more senior roles within the organization.

Who – The Candidate:
We are looking for a proactive, detail-oriented finance professional with a track record of leadership in high-growth environments. The ideal candidate will have strong technical accounting knowledge and the ability to mentor a team.

Key qualifications include:

• CPA designation (or actively pursuing it) preferred.
• Minimum 6 years of progressive accounting experience, ideally in a manufacturing or industrial setting.
• Strong understanding of IFRS, with US GAAP experience an added bonus.
• Proficiency in ERP systems (e.g., SAP, NetSuite, Microsoft Dynamics) and advanced Excel skills.
• Experience with multi-currency transactions and intercompany financial analysis.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate across departments.
• Familiarity with Power BI is a plus, or a willingness to learn.

How Much – Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive salary range: $90,000 – $110,000 CAD, based on experience plus bonus.
• Comprehensive health and dental benefits.
• 3 weeks of vacation.

Where – Location & Work Environment:
The position is based in Richmond, requiring full-time in-office presence, there is free parking.

When & How to Apply:
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