Financial Controller, Craft Breweries and Special Ops

CA09 Labatt Brewing Company Limited; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading brewing company in Canada is looking for a Brewery Controller in Vancouver. The successful candidate will oversee financial reporting and work closely with finance and operational teams. This role requires strong accounting expertise and the ability to thrive in a dynamic environment that emphasizes teamwork and collaboration.

Benefits

Health benefits plan

Retirement plan with company matching

Generous parental leave support

Annual allotment of Beer and Beyond-Beer products

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 to 5 years of experience.
• Ability to work under tight deadlines.
• Experience in manufacturing or supply environments.

Responsibilities

• Oversee financial reporting and control for Craft breweries & Special Ops operations.
• Manage a team responsible for financial activities in multiple sites.
• Provide financial visibility to support cost-related targets.

Skills

Accounting expertise

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Self-motivated

Education

University Degree in Business, Finance, Accounting

Certified Professional Accountant (CPA)

Tools

Power BI

Job description

Dreaming big is in our DNA. It’s who we are as a company. It’s our culture. It’s our heritage. And more than ever, it’s our future. A future where we’re always looking forward. Always serving up new ways to meet life’s moments. A future where we keep dreaming bigger. We look for people with passion, talent, and curiosity, and provide them with the teammates, resources and opportunities to unleash their full potential. The power we create together – when we combine your strengths with ours – is unstoppable. Are you ready to join a team that dreams as big as you do?

Company :

Founded over 175 years ago, Labatt is one of Canada’s founding businesses and its leading brewer. We are proud of our history and our heritage in Canada, and we remain committed to brewing great-tasting, high-quality beers that have satisfied beer drinkers for generations. Labatt has created exciting experiences with consumers through iconic brands like Budweiser, Bud Light, NÜTRL, Michelob Ultra, Corona, Stella Artois and many more. Through our broad portfolio, we are truly a national brewer, with over 3,600 employees, a portfolio of more than 60 quality beers and beyond, and 10 breweries from coast-to-coast, we are proud to serve Canada and the communities we call home.

Role Summary :

We are seeking a Brewery Controller to oversee financial reporting and control for our Craft breweries & Special Ops operations. This role is responsible for ensuring accurate month-end close, inventory management, and financial insights to support supply chain decisions. The ideal candidate has strong accounting expertise, experience in manufacturing or supply environments, and the ability to collaborate with both finance and operational teams.

JOB RESPONSIBILITES :

• Responsible for financial activities and results for supply operations, with a specific focus on the Turning Point site
• Manage a team of two people, responsible for the financial activities in Archibald, Banded Peak, and Copack / Repack sites
• Act as the primary point of contact for ATR, Reporting & Supply finance matters
• Ensure the accuracy of the income statement and balance sheet items pertaining to the supply business units, including co-packers
• Provide financial visibility to support cost-related targets and decision making
• Provide support on the analysis and explanation of performance variances against the budget, with a focus on variable industrial costs, fixed industrial costs, and supply chain losses. Provide guidance to supply leaders throughout the post-close cycle
• Support the preparation of the budget for Canada supply (excluding central overheads) and assist in developing plans and executing actions to help achieve cost-related targets.
• Lead or assist in other financial related activities relevant to Canada supply as required

QUALIFICATIONS :

• University Degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, or related field
• Minimum 3 to 5 years of experience
• Certified Professional Accountant (CPA) preferred
• Strong ownership and accountability
• Ability to work within tight reporting deadlines
• Resilience to work in high-pressure environments
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills
• Self-motivated and proactive
• Experience with Power BI
• Familiarity with back-office financial tools

WHY LABATT :

As one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers, Labatt is a place where our people can bring out the best in themselves through a collective purpose of creating A Future With More Cheers. We are always looking to serve up new ways to meet life’s moments, dream big to move our industry forward, and make a meaningful impact in our communities. We believe in brewing up a future that everyone can celebrate and share.

BENEFITS

Health benefits plan, including competitive coverage for medical, dental, mental health, life, and disability insurance, that can be flexed to fit your needs.

Additional flex credits for healthcare or wellness spending accounts

Retirement plan with a generous company-matching contribution, and low-fee RRSP & TFSA savings opportunities to help you secure your financial future.

Personalized support through an inclusive family-forming benefit, and generous financial support / top-ups for parental leave

Access to many wellbeing resources, including Employee & Family Assistance Program support, Webinars, and more.

An annual allotment of Beer and Beyond-Beer products for employees!

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

At Labatt Breweries of Canada, we are an equal opportunities employer, and we are committed to maintaining a welcoming, safe, and inclusive environment for every person – regardless of age, race, ethnicity, nationality, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, religion, neurodivergence, or disability status.

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