Corporate Controller

On behalf of our Tier 1 automotive manufacturing client we are currently recruiting for an experienced Group Controller to join their team. In this position you will be a key member of the management team driving them forward while providing leadership to employees in the finance department, across multiple locations in Ontario.

NOTE:

• 100% onsite
• Must be willing and able to travel across Ontario and to the USA, without restrictions, effective on the start date

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• A key contributor of the management team, ensure that financial goals and objectives of the company align with operational goals and objectives; highlighting where actual performances vary from planned performance
• Prepare and present high level reports with the management team; be part of the team developing strategic plans
• Accountable to lead, manage, support and provide direction to all staff within the department through effective goals/objectives setting, performance monitoring and reviews, communication, and the execution of on-the-job training and development plans
• Ensure all departmental requirements are met on a timely basis including but not limited to:
  • Strategic planning / annual budget
  • Financial analysis
  • Year-end reporting and audit requirements
  • Month end reporting (internal and corporate)
  • Capital acquisition analysis
  • Weekly payroll
• Ensures a robust department structure by maintaining effective staffing levels and creating succession plans and related employee development plans to support current and future needs
• Facilitates effective two-way communication within the accounting department and other company departments
• Ensures compliance with GAAP, and Sarbanes-Oxley policies and requirements
• Develops and implements new processes and procedures, as needed to support changing business demands

REQUIRED SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum 15 years accounting experience in a manufacturing setting, 10 plus years as Controller
• Strong leadership skills
• Self-motivated and demonstrated ability to adapt to new situation and pick up new things quickly
• Demonstrated experience with developing strategies in considering issues and the impact from a business standpoint
• Proven ability to make key business decisions quickly and take reasonable risk
• Results oriented; strong drive for success and ability to follow through and meet commitments.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills with the ability to multi-task in a fast paced environment
• Capable of performing under pressure and with short completion times on projects
• Excellent negotiation and conflict resolution skills