Business Controller

Vaco Recruiter Services; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 140,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A global manufacturing company is seeking a Business Controller to provide leadership in financial performance management, risk assessment, and strategic initiatives. The ideal candidate will have 8–12 years of experience in finance leadership roles and a CPA designation, alongside strong capabilities in risk management. The role is based in Mississauga, with a salary range of $140,000 - $160,000 per year, offering the chance to shape financial strategy in collaboration with senior leaders.

Qualifications

• CPA or equivalent professional designation preferred.
• 8–12 years of progressive experience in FP&A, business control, or finance leadership roles.
• Strong commercial finance and risk management background.

Responsibilities

• Lead financial planning and performance management processes across both divisions.
• Establish a robust financial and operational risk framework for the Canadian operations.
• Lead annual budgets and rolling forecasts, ensuring alignment with strategic goals.
• Support key strategic projects such as D365 implementation and process standardization.
• Lead and mentor the Canadian finance planning and analysis team.

Job description

About the Company

Our client is a global manufacturing company. They are looking for a Business Controller to join their team!

Why Work Here

• New Role - Space to make this role your own
• North American oversight - Will be partnering and working closely with Contacts across North America and possibly globally as well
• Growing Company looking to add to existing team
• Become part of a strong leadership team that is committed to growth and excellence

About the Opportunity

1. Financial Performance & Business Partnering

• Lead financial planning and performance management processes across both divisions.
• Consolidate and analyze divisional performance (volumes, margins, and profitability) and provide actionable insights to business and global finance leaders.
• Partner with the COO and divisional heads to evaluate strategic and operational decisions, identifying risks and value drivers.
• Provide forward‑looking analysis and scenario planning to support growth, pricing, and investment decisions.
• Translate commercial and operational outcomes into measurable financial implications.

2. Risk Management & Internal Controls

• Establish a robust financial and operational risk framework for the Canadian operations.
• Identify, assess, and monitor key risks ‑ including FX exposure, counterparty, credit, and inventory risks.

3. FP&A, Budgeting & Forecasting

• Lead annual budgets and rolling forecasts, ensuring alignment with strategic goals and market conditions.
• Develop and maintain management dashboards and KPI reports highlighting financial performance, risk exposures, and variance drivers.
• Support scenario modeling for commodity pricing, logistics, and working capital sensitivity.
• Provide monthly and quarterly reporting packs with commentary to the Global CFO

4. Strategic Initiatives & Governance

• Support key strategic projects such as D365 implementation, process standardization, and automation.
• Collaborate with Global FP&A, Tax, and Treasury teams to ensure consistent governance, reporting, and compliance.
• Evaluate major investments, capital expenditures and business development proposals through a risk‑adjusted financial lens.

5. Team Leadership & Capability Building

• Lead and mentor the Canadian finance planning and analysis team (including Senior Financial Analysts).
• Drive collaboration and knowledge‑sharing between Exports and Food Ingredients finance teams.
• Promote a culture of accountability, data‑driven decisions, and risk awareness.

About You

• CPA or equivalent professional designation preferred.
• 8–12 years of progressive experience in FP&A, business control, or finance leadership roles.
• Strong commercial finance and risk management background.

Salary Range

$140,000 - $160,000/year

How to Apply

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You must currently reside within the Greater Toronto Area and be permitted to work in Canada to be considered for this opportunity. A recruiter will be in touch with you if your profile meets our client’s requirements for this role.