Financial Controller

Valiant TMS; Windsor; Hybrid; CAD 120,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision benefits

Employee assistance program

Tuition reimbursement

Pension, life & disability insurance

Job summary

Valiant TMS, a global industry leader, is seeking a Financial Controller to lead financial accounting across two divisions. You will guide a cross-functional finance team, ensure GAAP compliance, and provide strategic insights through budgeting, forecasting, and operational reporting to enable informed decisions.

You will oversee core financial functions, including AP/AR, vendor management, cost tracking, and general ledger maintenance, while driving continuous improvements.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of progressive experience in accounting or finance, including leadership experience.
• Strong background in financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis.
• Experience in manufacturing or project-based environments is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee all financial accounting functions across Valiant Machine & Tool and Valiant International.
• Provide leadership, direction, and development for the finance team including AP, AR, Operations Accounting, and Financial Analysts.
• Analyze and interpret financial data to evaluate profitability and performance; prepare budgets, forecasts, and long-term financial plans.
• Manage audit processes and ensure compliance with regulatory and tax requirements (income, sales, property taxes, customs).
• Improve financial reporting processes, systems, and tools; partner with leadership to provide insights for decision-making.

Skills

Financial reporting

Budgeting

Forecasting

Financial analysis

Leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

CPA designation preferred

Tools

SAP

Excel

Microsoft Office

Job description

Join Our Team as a Financial Controller!

Valiant TMS, a global industry leader, is seeking a Financial Controller to support both our Valiant Machine & Tool and Valiant International divisions.

In this role, you will lead and oversee all financial accounting activities across multiple business units, ensuring the integrity of financial reporting, compliance with GAAP, and alignment with corporate policies. You will provide strategic financial leadership and insights to senior management through detailed analysis, budgeting, forecasting, and operational reporting—enabling informed decision-making and supporting continued growth.

You will also lead and guide a cross-functional finance team, including Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Operations Accounting, and Financial Analysts, ensuring cohesive financial operations across the organization.

What you’ll get to do

• Lead and oversee all financial accounting functions across Valiant Machine & Tool and Valiant International
• Provide leadership, direction, and development for the finance team, including Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Operational Accounting, and Financial Analysts
• Analyze and interpret financial and statistical data to evaluate project profitability and overall business performance
• Assess the fiscal health and operational efficiency of the organization and provide actionable recommendations
• Ensure management information systems effectively support financial reporting and operational decision-making
• Oversee or assume responsibility for core financial functions, including:
  • Accounts receivable and collections
  • Accounts payable and vendor management
  • Project cost tracking and reporting
  • Cost center accounting
  • General ledger maintenance and reconciliation
• Lead the preparation, coordination, and development of annual budgets, forecasts, and long-term financial plans
• Manage audit processes and ensure compliance with all regulatory and tax requirements, including:
  • Income tax
  • Sales tax
  • Property tax
  • Customs duties
• Support continuous improvement initiatives by enhancing financial reporting processes, systems, and tools
• Partner with leadership to provide financial insights that drive operational and strategic decision-making
• Ensure protection and proper stewardship of company assets

What we are looking for

• A Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
• Professional accounting designation (CPA) preferred
• 8+ years of progressive experience in accounting or finance, including leadership experience
• Strong background in financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis
• Experience in manufacturing and/or project-based environments is strongly preferred
• Advanced knowledge of SAP and Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel
• Strong understanding of cost accounting principles and project costing
• Proven leadership skills with the ability to develop and manage high-performing teams
• Highly detail-oriented and organized, with a strong commitment to accuracy
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making capabilities
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively across all levels of the organization
• Must be legally authorized to work in Canada. Travel to the USA may be required.

What we offer

• Competitive health, dental, vision, employee assistance, and wellness benefits, beginning on the first day of employment.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Pension, life, and disability insurance upon completion of the probationary period.
• We believe in investing in our people. When you join our company, you become part of an organization that values your professional development and provides ample opportunities for career growth.
• Work alongside a talented and diverse group of individuals who are dedicated to achieving excellence.

The expected annual compensation for this position is $120,000-$140,000. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as education, experience, skillset, or location. This posting is for an existing vacancy. Valiant TMS does not require Canadian work experience and does not use artificial intelligence (AI) to screen or assess applicants.

All applicants will receive consideration for employment in accordance with all applicable provincial and national laws.