Global Manufacturing Controller | FP&A & Cost Optimization

Accu-staff Resource Systems Enterprises LTD; Vaughan; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

ACCU-STAFF is seeking an experienced Controller to drive financial performance and cost optimization across a global manufacturing enterprise. You will partner with senior leadership, lead group FP&A processes, and oversee multiple subsidiaries to ensure transparency and data-driven decisions.

The role requires 10–15+ years in a controller capacity, with strong experience in manufacturing, particularly automotive, and capability in leading cross-functional improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting/finance required.
• CPA designation required.
• 10–15+ years’ experience in a similar controller capacity.
• Minimum 5 years in manufacturing; automotive preferred.
• Experience in holding company, multi-entity or multi-location environment.
• Strong background in operations finance, cost accounting, or business partnering.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Willingness to travel to Canada, USA, Europe and Mexico.
• G level driver’s license required.
• Mandarin speaking an asset.
• Must have automotive manufacturing background experience.

Responsibilities

• Operational Financial Leadership with KPI, reporting, and performance scoring.
• Lead group-wide cost reduction and efficiency programs; optimize working capital and procurement processes.
• Drive annual budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis; support strategic initiatives and pricing decisions.
• Coordinate with subsidiaries to ensure accurate reporting and cost accounting across the group.

Skills

Strategic finance

Cross-functional collab

Forecasting

Financial analysis

Cost accounting

Communications

Automotive manufacturing

Travel ready

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting/finance

CPA designation

Tools

MS Office

ERP systems

Job description

ACCU-STAFF is seeking an experienced Controller to drive financial performance and cost optimization across a global manufacturing enterprise. You will partner with senior leadership, lead group FP&A processes, and oversee multiple subsidiaries to ensure transparency and data-driven decisions.

The role requires 10–15+ years in a controller capacity, with strong experience in manufacturing, particularly automotive, and capability in leading cross-functional improvement initiatives.