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:
- CPA designation required
- 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
MEDA offers an excellent referral bonus. Great people know great candidates.
MEDA Limited is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of any of the protected reasons as described in the Ontario Human Rights Code. We are committed to providing accommodations for persons with disabilities, as described in the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005, reasonable accommodation requests will be reviewed and granted to those that request assistance during our hiring process.
