Controller - Financial Business Partner – Transformer Services

HITACHI ENERGY CANADA INC.; Hamilton; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy company in Hamilton, Ontario is seeking a Controller to optimize financial performance and support strategic goals. This role requires a Bachelor's degree in Finance or Accounting, and a minimum of 5 years of experience in financial analysis. The ideal candidate will develop innovative business models, analyze financial data, and ensure compliance with financial guidelines. Competitive benefits and a supportive work environment are offered.

Benefits

Comprehensive group insurance

Pension plan with employer contribution

Bonus program

24/7 employee assistance program

Fitness and wellness program

Work from home policy

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in financial analysis and business planning.
• Proven track record in developing and implementing business models.
• Experience in risk management and optimization strategies.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement business models to optimize financial performance.
• Monitor, analyze, and interpret financial data to support decision-making.
• Oversee business planning and forecasting processes.

Skills

Financial analysis

Business planning

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Collaboration skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field

Job description

Description

The opportunity

Join our dynamic team at Hitachi Energy as a Controller! In this role, you will collaborate closely with the Service Business Unit Manager to develop innovative business models and optimize financial performance within our factory / site. Your expertise will support effective business decisions by monitoring, analyzing, and interpreting financial data, evaluating various business alternatives, and recommending the most appropriate solutions. You will drive the definition and implementation of standards and business-specific guidelines in financial control processes, contributing to our strategic goals and continuous improvement.

How you'll make an impact

Develop and implement business models to optimize financial performance.

Monitor, analyze, and interpret financial data to support decision-making.

Translate strategy into actionable business plans with measurable targets.

Oversee business planning and forecasting processes.

Evaluate financial implications of strategic decisions and recommend actions.

Drive cost structure optimization, productivity, and capital efficiency.

Assess business risk exposure and define mitigation strategies.

Lead cross-functional initiatives to support strategic goals.

Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines.

Your background

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field.

Minimum of 5 years of experience in financial analysis and business planning.

Proven track record in developing and implementing business models.

Strong analytical skills and ability to interpret complex financial data.

Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

Experience in risk management and optimization strategies.

Candidate must already have work authorization that would permit them to work for Hitachi Energy in Canada.

More about us

We pride ourselves on offering a holistic range of competitive benefits to support your financial, physical, and mental wellbeing and personal development. We want you to truly thrive with us, in work and out. For this role, depending on grade and experience, we offer the following employee benefits (subject to the respective plan rules) :

Comprehensive group insurance (medical, dental, life, and disability) and access to a telemedicine service.

Pension plan with attractive employer contribution.

Bonus program.

24 / 7 employee and family assistance program.

Fitness and wellness program.

Work from home policy.

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