Controller

OPW; Cambridge; On-site; USD 130,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company in the Region of Waterloo is seeking an experienced Controller to manage the finance function. This includes developing financial strategies, ensuring compliance with regulations, and acting as a key business partner for operations. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in finance within a manufacturing setting, exceptional leadership skills, and a proven record of driving continuous improvement. This onsite role offers a salary range of $130,000.00 - $150,000.00 annually.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a manufacturing/industrial environment.
• At least three years in a leadership role.
• Strong understanding of Canadian regulations and financial reporting.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement financial strategies for the business unit.
• Serve as a member of the leadership team, providing support and guidance.
• Ensure financial reporting is accurate, timely, and compliant.

Skills

Leadership in finance

Cost accounting

US GAAP knowledge

Excellent communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance

CPA

MBA

Tools

Financial ERP system

Job description

Summary

The Transchem Group, Inc. Controller is a key member of the Vehicle Wash Solutions team and is responsible for managing the Transchem finance function. The role is a strategic business partner to the Director of Business Operations. This is both a strategic and tactical leadership position, with key pillars of activity that include definition, deployment, and management of the annual operating plan; balance-sheet assessment and management; driving continuous improvement in Finance and related business processes; and being a key leader and business partner to the Transchem teams.The role requires an action-oriented finance leader with a track record of supporting business outperformance and continuous improvement as a finance leader. The ideal candidate will bring a balanced background covering FP&A, controllership, and operational finance experience from a manufacturing / industrial environment. Additionally, the role requires a leader with the ability to change altitude as needed to drive strategic initiatives as well as tactical needs.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a member of the leadership team and strategic partner to the Director of Business Operations, providing financial, operational, and commercial support and guidance.
• Develop and implement financial strategies for the business unit. Provide vision and leadership to drive both short- and long-range growth while supporting OPW and Vehicle Wash Solutions business objectives and key initiatives.
• Provide strategic financial input and leadership on decision-making issues affecting the Transchem organization.
• Analyze operations to identify trends in the business; recommend and implement specific corrective actions when warranted.
• Lead the development of the Transchem Annual Operating Plan, considering income statement and balance sheet dynamics.
• Prepare capital expenditure proposals for various aspects of the business and monitor the investment performance against the proposal. Ensure effective processes are in place.
• Ensure that financial reporting is accurate, timely, and in accordance with US generally accepted accounting principles (US GAAP) and in compliance with OPW and Dover Accounting policies.
• Ensure the monthly general ledger, reconciliations, and close processes are completed in a timely and quality manner.
• Prepare financial statements and appropriate detailed analysis of the operations of Transchem for management and submission to OPW and Dover Corp., as well as all periodic reports to government and tax authorities.
• Responsible for ensuring the business unit has successful documentation, procedures, testing, and all internal and external financial audits, maintaining full compliance with all requirements.

Qualifications

Bachelors degree in accounting, finance, or other related discipline.

CPA preferred, MBA a plus.

Minimum of 5 years of experience in a manufacturing / industrial company, with at least three years in a leadership role.

Demonstrated knowledge of US GAAP, Canadian Regulations, internal controls, and financial reporting required.

Strong cost accounting background in a manufacturing environment.

Track record as an operationally oriented finance leader and business partner, able to drive performance across the organization from a finance leadership purview.

Experience with a financial ERP system.

Demonstrated commitment to continuous improvement.

Personal Attributes

Track record of creating strong partnerships and influencing at all levels of the organization, particularly the Executive team.

Exceptional critical thinking skills : ability to decompose complex problems, prioritize issues, and implement sensible solutions.

Excellent organizational, planning, and project management skills.

A bias for engaging and communicating with colleagues across the organization.

Proven experience influencing and driving results, even without formal reporting lines.

A solution mindset; able to resolve and manage conflict constructively and effectively.

Success prioritizing and meeting deadlines in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

Demonstrated ability to absorb new concepts, facilitate discussions, lead fellow team members, and guide other departments in delivering the best internal and external customer experience.

Awareness of when and how to communicate issues in a timely manner, to prevent potential impacts.

Excellent written and oral communication skills, and comfortable facilitating and presenting to groups.

Demonstrated acumen articulating and communicating financial concepts to non-finance business partners in a clear and concise manner.

Superior attention to detail; passionate about quality, performance, reliability, and scalability

Ability to maintain confidentiality.

A demonstrated commitment to integrity and the highest ethical standards.

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Work Arrangement : Onsite

Pay Range : $130,000.00 - $150,000.00 Annually