Plant Controller/ Financial Controller

Michael Page International (Canada); Cobourg; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent international manufacturing firm is seeking a Plant Controller to oversee financial activities, ensure compliance, and optimize costs. The ideal candidate will have a CPA designation and at least 5 years of finance leadership experience in manufacturing. This role offers a competitive compensation package and the chance to make a significant impact in a growing organization.

Benefits

Competitive compensation and benefits package

Opportunity to make a significant impact

Collaborative work environment

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in a similar Plant Controller or Finance leadership role.
• Previous experience in the manufacturing industry is mandatory.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all financial activities for the plant, including budgeting and forecasting.
• Ensure compliance with corporate policies and regulatory requirements.
• Prepare and present monthly financial reports to senior management.

Skills

Analytical skills

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Cost accounting knowledge

Inventory management

Education

CPA designation

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

About Our Client

Our client is an internationally recognized leader in the manufacturing industry within its sector.

Job Description

• Oversee all financial activities for the plant, including budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.
• Ensure compliance with corporate policies, internal controls, and regulatory requirements.
• Partner with operations leadership to optimize cost efficiency and improve profitability.
• Prepare and present monthly financial reports to senior management.
• Lead inventory valuation, cost accounting, and capital expenditure tracking.
• Support audits and maintain accurate financial records.

MPI ne fait pas de discrimination fondée sur la race, la religion, le sexe, l'orientation sexuelle, l'identité ou l'expression du genre, l'âge, le handicap, l'état civil, ou sur le statut d'un individu dans un groupe ou une classe quelconque autrement protégé par la législation applicable en matière de droits de l'homme. MPI encourage les candidatures des minorités, des femmes, des personnes handicapées et de tous les autres candidats qualifiés.

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class otherwise protected under applicable human rights legislation. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled and all other qualified applicants

The Successful Applicant

• CPA designation required.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in a similar Plant Controller or Finance leadership role.
• Previous experience in the manufacturing industry is mandatory.
• Strong knowledge of cost accounting, inventory management, and ERP systems.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and leadership skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities.

What's on Offer

• Competitive compensation and benefits package.
• Opportunity to make a significant impact in a growing organization.
• Collaborative and dynamic work environment.