Financial Controller

LOOKING FOR A FINANCIAL CONTROLLER

Are you an expert in finance and accounting, motivated by the challenges of optimizing and analyzing manufacturing environments?

This position is a unique opportunity to leverage your leadership skills to transform financial data into performance drivers.

ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY

Workland offers an exciting career opportunity within a large manufacturing company, located in the Quebec City region, that is recognized as a leader in its sector and enjoys a significant market share nationwide. This organization stands out for its commitment to quality, innovation, and employee development, offering a dynamic environment where projects have a real impact on the company's growth and performance.

In this context, we are looking for a Financial Controller with solid expertise in accounting and finance, capable of leading financial analyses, optimizing processes, and supporting the organization's strategic decisions. This position represents a unique opportunity to actively contribute to the success of a rapidly expanding company and to progress in a role with varied and stimulating responsibilities.

WHY SHOULD THIS OPPORTUNITY INTEREST YOU?

• Be part of a family business where every person counts.

• Work and live better thanks to a well-balanced lifestyle.

• Join a close-knit, caring team that is passionate about collaboration.

• Strong values lived out every day: integrity, respect, and mutual support.

• Grow in a culture that values innovation and quality.

• Enjoy a safe and caring environment focused on your well-being.

• Join an open-minded company that is curious about new ideas.

• Contribute to the growth of a strong and visionary Quebec brand.

• Join a growing company that offers real prospects for the future.

• Take pride in being part of a lasting collective success.

POSITION SUMMARY

Join a challenging and exciting opportunity within a large and growing manufacturing group Reporting to the Vice President of Finance, you will play a key role in optimizing production costs and conducting strategic financial analyses for two plants located in Canada. You will lead a dedicated team involved in major projects, while working within a solid, collaborative, and performance-oriented financial structure.

YOUR TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES WILL BE :

• Actively participate in the entire monthly closing process and cost accounting, implementing and rigorously monitoring control mechanisms.
• Develop and maintain reporting tools and margin analyses to support decision-making.
• Analyze inventories and discrepancies, and participate in physical and financial audits.
• Collaborate in the development and monitoring of plant operating budgets.
• Define and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure and improve operational efficiency.
• Provide clear and accessible financial support to plant managers.
• Supervise and develop a team of finance and accounting professionals.
• Participate in projects to improve financial and operational processes.
• Contribute to the optimization of information systems, including ERP (D365) and production systems.

THE REQUIREMENTS FOR THIS POSITION ARE:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, business administration, or a related field*.
• Between 5 and 10 years of experience in a similar role, ideally in a large manufacturing environment.*
• Experience in team management and ability to supervise and develop staff.
• Excellent command of French and advanced English, both spoken and written, to communicate with teams and adapt content for a bilingual audience.
• The CPA (CMA profile) designation is a major asset.

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel; knowledge of Microsoft D365 is considered an asset.

• Different combinations of relevant experience and education may be considered.

IDEAL CANDIDATE CHARACTERISTICS:

• Excellent communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to adapt and thrive in a growing and changing environment.
• Ability to synthesize information while remaining attentive to detail, with initiative, autonomy, and perseverance.
• Ability to solve problems and think critically to address complex issues and implement innovative solutions.
• Strong interpersonal skills to build relationships and foster collaboration.

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ABOUT WORKLAND

Workland is proud to have been mandated to assist this client in the recruitment process for this great job opportunity. Workland's mission is to solve recruitment and job search problems by combining marketing, technology, and experienced professionals. The ultimate goal is to accelerate and facilitate the process of connecting talented professionals with the right organizations through an approach that promotes diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace.