Plant Controller

Elby Professional Recruitment; Kitchener; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a meticulous Plant Controller to oversee all accounting and costing aspects in their manufacturing facility. This on-site role involves managing the entire accounting cycle, ensuring financial accuracy, and driving process improvements. You will collaborate with senior management to enhance transparency across operations while supervising a team of accounting professionals. If you have a passion for financial excellence and a desire for professional growth, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Opportunities for professional growth and development

Collaborative and supportive work environment

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in a manufacturing accounting role.
• Strong independent working skills and efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Oversee full cycle accounting and prepare financial statements.
• Lead job costing development and analysis for cost-saving opportunities.
• Manage month-end closing processes and ensure accurate reconciliations.

Skills

Full Cycle Accounting

Costing Management

Financial Reporting

Team Leadership

Process Improvement

Job description

Job Description

We are seeking a meticulous and experienced Plant Controller to join our team located just outside Kitchener, and oversee all aspects of accounting and costing within our manufacturing facility. In this key role, you will be responsible for managing the entire accounting cycle, ensuring accurate cost tracking, and driving process improvements. You will work closely with the senior management team to ensure financial accuracy and transparency across all areas of the plant's operations. This is an on-site role!

What’s in it for you:

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Opportunities for professional growth and development
• Collaborative and supportive work environment

If this opportunity aligns with your experience and career goals, please apply today or send your resume to Taylor Vallee, referencing job #6524. While we appreciate all applicants, only those selected for consideration will be contacted. Thank you for your interest!

Key Responsibilities:

• Full Cycle Accounting: Oversee the end-to-end accounting process for the plant, including the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Costing Management: Lead the development and analysis of job costing, ensuring accurate cost allocation and identifying cost-saving opportunities within production processes.
• Month-End Close: Manage the month-end closing process, ensuring timely and accurate reconciliations, accruals, and journal entries.
• Financial Reporting: Prepare detailed reports on manufacturing costs, inventory valuation, and financial performance, providing clear insights to management.
• Team Leadership: Supervise and support a team of accounting professionals, ensuring they are aligned with best practices and department goals.
• Process Improvement: Continuously assess accounting processes and suggest improvements to increase efficiency and accuracy across the accounting cycle.

Requirements:

• Minimum 3 years of experience in a manufacturing setting
• Strong ability to work independently and efficiently