Controller

RPS Composites, Inc.; London; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Controller, where you'll take ownership of financials for diverse entities. This role offers the chance to work in a dynamic environment, managing full-cycle accounting, financial reporting, and compliance. You'll collaborate with various teams to drive performance improvements and strategic decision-making. If you're passionate about accounting and thrive in a culture of continuous improvement, this opportunity is perfect for you. Bring your expertise in financial software and leadership skills to help optimize business performance and make a meaningful impact.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Team culture

Challenging work environment

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in corporate accounting, preferably as a Controller.
• Strong knowledge of Canadian and US accounting standards.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and oversee financial statements and reports for the Fire Group.
• Manage budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow to ensure financial stability.

Skills

Accounting

Financial Reporting

Variance Analysis

Budgeting

Cash Management

Problem-Solving

Communication

Education

Undergraduate degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business

Professional accounting designation (CPA or equivalent)

Tools

Microsoft Business Central

Financial Software

MS Office

Job description

For more than fifty years RPS Composites has been supplying engineered composite solutions into industrial facilities that process corrosive and often hazardous fluids. Hundreds of piping, tank, and vessel installations in 45+ countries around the world speak to our experience providing composite solutions for corrosive fluid handling, processing, storage, and infrastructure challenges.

Today we provide key corporate services to a group of companies operating across Canada and US. This is an opportunity to work in diverse business sectors.

Why Join RPS?

• Great place to grow as a professional – we’re diverse and growing, big but not too big
• Great team culture
• Challenging and interesting work in a welcoming and professional culture

The Position:

As the Controller for the Fire Group, reporting directly to the Director, Finance, you will have ownership of the financials for all entities within the group. You are responsible for ensuring the accuracy and timeliness of all financial statements and reports. This includes full-cycle accounting activities, financial and regulatory reporting, variance analysis, and collaborating with internal and external stakeholders on overall financial results and processes. You will need to proactively manage and explain any variances to the budget, providing comprehensive insights. Acting as a financial business partner with a business unit to optimize performance, you will provide essential financial information and analysis.

This role will appeal to you if you are driven by accountability, thrive in a continuous improvement environment (embrace change), and have a passion for learning. You possess strong accounting skills and business acumen, with an ability to understand both systems and business perspectives. You excel at mastering accounting software/ERP systems and bring a balance of great people skills to enhance your profile.

What You Will Do:

• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Oversee journal entries and ensure timely and accurate monthly reporting.
• Accounting Operations:
• Oversee billing, A/R, A/P, GL, cost accounting, inventory accounting, and revenue recognition.
• Perform reconciliations and manage the preparation and review of journal entries.
• Provide supervision, coaching, and performance management of direct reports.
• Internal Controls and Compliance:
• Establish and maintain internal controls and procedures, ensuring compliance with accounting standards and regulations.
• Manage and comply with local, state, and federal government reporting requirements and tax filings.
• Budgeting and Forecasting:
• Coordinate and direct the preparation of budgets and financial forecasts, reporting variances.
• Partner with Analytics Team to analyze financial data and performance metrics to identify trends, variances, and opportunities for improvement.
• Provide financial insights and recommendations to support strategic decision-making.
• Cash Management:
• Monitor and manage cash flow, ensuring liquidity and financial stability.
• Maintain monthly cashflow and cash forecast reports.
• Collaborate with Treasury on various functions, including banking relationships, investments, and financing activities.
• Compliance and Risk Management:
• Ensure compliance with all relevant laws, regulations, and financial standards.
• Identify and mitigate financial risks through effective risk management strategies.
• Operational Efficiency:
• Develop and implement process improvements to enhance operational efficiency and effectiveness.
• Utilize financial metrics and KPIs to drive performance improvements.
• Strategic Planning:
• Collaborate with senior management to develop and execute the company’s financial strategy.
• Support and provide details for budgeting, long-term planning and forecasting efforts.
• Process Improvement:
• Implement changes and continuous improvement initiatives to streamline processes.
• ERP System Management:
• Key role in ERP system implementation/transitions to Microsoft Business Central.
• Maintain and update general ledger accounts, pricing and costing in the ERP system.
• Audit Support:
• Assist with and participate in the annual external audit.
• Special Projects:
• Lead or participate in special projects as required.

What You Bring:

Education:

• Undergraduate degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business.
• Professional accounting designation (CPA or equivalent).

Experience:

• Over 5 years of relevant experience in corporate accounting, serving as a Controller or Senior Accountant, with a strong background in managing and leading accounting teams.
• Previous experience in the manufacturing or construction sector is a strong asset.
• Experience with financial software and ERP systems.
• Proven expertise in handling intricate accounting functions for multiple legal entities across US and Canadian operations, including intercompany transactions and consolidation.

Technical Skills:

• Strong MS Office skills with advanced Excel skills.
• Thorough knowledge of accounting principles and procedures.
• Experience with general ledger functions and the month-end/year-end close process.

Core Skills:

• Excellent people and communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to see the larger picture and trends.
• Excellent problem-solving and organizational skills.

Supervisory & Team Management Skills:

• Ability to create a high performing team, coach, performance manage and develop others.

Additional:

• Knowledge of Canadian and US accounting standards and intercompany processes preferred.
• Knowledge of financial statement preparation, budget and forecast preparation, and variance analysis.
• This role may be expected to travel occasionally to meet business needs.

If you are a forward looking, action-oriented team player that works well with distributed teams and meets the above qualifications, please forward your resume and cover letter directly to [e-mail].

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Accounting/Auditing and Finance

Industries

Plastics Manufacturing