Controller

Manufacturer | Accounting and Finance | Montreal
Take charge of the finances and contribute to the growth of an international manufacturing group

Key Information
Job Title: Financial Controller
Location: Montreal, QC
Industry: Manufacturing
Company: Private international manufacturing group, consisting of four legal entities
CPA or CPA candidacy: Required

Our client is looking for a financial controller who wants to play a concrete role in managing the accounting function and supporting the company's growth. Reporting to senior management, you will oversee the complete accounting cycle, mentor a team of four professionals, and provide reliable financial information to support operational and strategic decisions. The position combines the supervision of financial information from several entities and strong involvement in manufacturing activities. You will take charge of cost accounting, work in progress, and inventory valuation, while contributing to the improvement of financial processes. You will also play an important role in the evaluation and eventual implementation of a new ERP system.

Responsibilities — financial information, leadership, and manufacturing operations
Lead, mentor, and support the development of a team of four accounting professionals.
Oversee the complete accounting cycle, including the general ledger, accounts payable and receivable, payroll accounting, reconciliations, and monthly and annual closings.
Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements for the four legal entities.
Coordinate intercompany accounting, consolidations, and foreign currency transactions.
Ensure compliance of financial information with IFRS and applicable regulatory requirements.
Lead budgeting and forecasting processes, monitor cash flows, and analyze variances.
Supervise manufacturing cost accounting, including product costing, standard costs, work in progress, inventory valuation, and production cost variances.
Maintain rigorous practices for the accounting and control of raw materials, work in progress, and finished goods.
Collaborate with operational teams and other departments to explain financial results and support business decisions.
Maintain and improve internal controls, accounting policies, and financial procedures.
Coordinate the annual audit and contribute to tax filings and other compliance obligations.
Provide senior management with timely financial analyses and recommendations.
Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, reporting, and financial systems.
Support the evaluation and eventual implementation of a new ERP system, including financial needs, data migration, testing, and user training.

Profile sought — accounting expertise and leadership
Hold a degree in accounting, finance, or a related field, or equivalent training.
Be a CPA or on the path to obtaining it, this requirement being mandatory.
Have at least five years of progressive accounting experience, ideally in a manufacturing environment.
Possess experience supervising the complete accounting cycle and mentoring a team.
Have a good knowledge of IFRS and multi-entity accounting, including consolidations and intercompany transactions.
Have practical experience in manufacturing cost accounting, product costing, work in progress tracking, and inventory valuation.
Master budgeting, forecasting, financial information, and internal controls.
Have used an ERP system and be proficient in Excel.
Be bilingual in French and English. Minimum 7/10 for both languages.
Communicate effectively with business teams and simplify financial information.
Demonstrate leadership, organization, and a hands-on approach, while balancing the supervision of daily accounting activities with process improvement.

Asset — experience that sets you apart
Have participated in the implementation of an ERP system.
If you wish to combine team leadership, financial rigor, and proximity to manufacturing operations, this role will allow you to contribute directly to the decisions and growth of an international company.
Interested candidates can submit their application directly via this offer or send it by email to:
All applications will be treated confidentially. Only candidates selected will be contacted.