Finance Manager - Inventory Control

Nature's Touch Frozen Foods; Montreal; Hybrid; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading frozen foods company in Montreal is seeking a dynamic Finance Manager - Inventory Control to oversee all aspects of inventory accounting. Responsibilities include managing inventory data, leading a team, and ensuring compliance with financial standards. The ideal candidate has a CPA designation and at least 5 years of experience in inventory accounting, with proven leadership skills and fluency in French and English. This role offers competitive compensation and requires a hybrid work model.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in inventory accounting operations.
• Proven leadership experience in process improvement.
• Strong command of FIFO and standard cost accounting.

Responsibilities

• Manage inventory accounting operations and general ledger.
• Prepare accurate reports on inventory data.
• Lead inventory count procedures across plants.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical skills

Process improvement

Cost accounting

Fluent in English

Fluent in French

Education

CPA designation

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.

Direct message the job poster from Nature's Touch Frozen Foods

Talent Acquisition Professional | Corporate Functions | Diversity Hiring | People-First Approach | North-America & MENA

Company Overview

Nature’s Touch is a global leader in the frozen fruits industry, supplying the retail and industrial sectors in North America, Australia, Taiwan and Japan. We provide a full range of products and support multiple private-label programs in addition to our own brands. We are also one of the largest buyers of fruit globally each year and continue to enjoy strong growth in this emerging category in retail. We are seeking a dynamic and experienced professional to join our team as Finance Manager - Inventory Control in Montreal, Quebec.

Position Overview :

The Finance Manager – Inventory Control has a leadership role within the company, managing, controlling, and overseeing all aspects of the guardianship, inter-company transfers, valuation, costing and accounting for all Inventory. The Finance Manager plays a crucial role in supporting Senior Management in making key business decisions, ensuring compliance and accuracy in all aspects of Inventory Control and collaborates with key stakeholders to drive insights and efficiencies for the business.

Key Responsibilities :

• Financial Accounting : Manage inventory accounting operations and general ledger in line with GAAP / ASPE . Strong command of FIFO and standard cost accounting . Oversee monthly inventory reconciliations for plant and 3PL-managed inventory .
• Financial Reporting : Analyze inventory data and prepare accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual reports (~$150M inventory). Lead PPV , MUV , and capitalization analysis.
• Cost Accounting : Monitor actual vs. standard manufacturing costs and lead cost variance analysis. Responsible for leading the bi-annual standard cost update in our ERP system DAX.
• Inventory Transactions : Lead a team of analysts managing intercompany inventory movements , internal POs / SOs, and weekly reconciliations.
• Inventory Count Management : Develop and enforce inventory count procedures across plants and 3PLs. Manage annual count plans aligned with audit and banking requirements.
• Systems & Transformation : Contribute to ERP and finance system enhancements . Build KPIs and dashboards using real-time data and AI tools for proactive inventory management.
• Process Improvement : Drive consistency and efficiency in inventory tracking and reporting across entities.
• Team Leadership : Lead a global team (1 supervisor, 5 analysts across the US, Canada, and Asia). Set objectives, review performance, and support development.
• Stakeholder Engagement : Partner with executives, auditors, and vendors to address financial issues and provide insights.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration : Align with internal teams for effective decision-making, planning, and operational improvement.

Qualifications :

CPA designation required , with demonstrated expertise in inventory and cost accounting .

Minimum 5 years of experience in inventory accounting operations, ideally within fast-paced manufacturing environments in mid-sized to large organizations .

Proven leadership experience , with a strong process improvement mindset and ability to drive operational efficiency.

In-depth knowledge of standard costing , FIFO systems , and inventory variance analysis .

Track record of implementing inventory controls and conducting cost analysis to support financial accuracy and operational excellence.

Experience supporting growing and evolving operations , with adaptability in high-change environments.

Proficient with ERP systems .

Knowledge of ASPE and GAAP standards.

Recognized for analytical strength , organizational skills , and sound decision-making in complex business contexts.

Capable of balancing strategic thinking with hands-on tactical execution.

Fluent in English (required for global operations) and French (important for internal communication and compliance in Quebec).

Comfortable with a hybrid work model : minimum two days onsite per week.

Seniority level

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Job function

Finance

Industries

Food and Beverage Manufacturing

Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Nature's Touch Frozen Foods by 2x

Get notified about new Finance Manager jobs in Montreal, Quebec, Canada .

Montreal, Quebec, Canada CA$60.00-CA$80.00 1 day ago

Responsable des finances | Head of Finance

Montreal, Quebec, Canada CA$85,000.00-CA$115,000.00 1 month ago

Finance and Tax Continuous Improvement & Innovation Business Analyst

VICE-PRESIDENT, CORPORATE FINANCING – Quebec and Atlantic

Credit and Portfolio Manager, Project Finance

Finance and Tax Continuous Improvement & Innovation Business Analyst / Project Lead

Manager, Budgeting and Internal Reporting (Finance) (French Services) (Telework / Hydrid)

We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.

J-18808-Ljbffr