Financial Controller

PURPOSE OF THE JOB:Reporting to the VP of Finance, the Finance Controller is responsible for providing financial leadership and business support within the operating business. This role is responsible for ensuring that the business operates within the agreed financial and business control frameworks, to support the Vice President of Finance in implementing group-wide policies and initiatives and to provide financial and business insight to support the business in delivery of superior performance.CORE RESPONSIBILITIES: Drive a culture of financial accountability in the business and support the financial integration to the Mpac GroupSupport the group and business management team in driving profitable growth and business developmentEnsure appropriate controls are in place and adhered to across the businessWork with IT to ensure appropriate controls and checks and balances are in place at all times to ensure the integrity of the business's IT infrastructureSupport the Vice President of Finance with the strategic and financial planning process in the businessWork with the Vice President of Finance to ensure consistency in approach to planning, budgeting and forecasting across the groupWork with other functions to provide reliable external and internal information to the planning processProvide input on suggested improvements to the planning, budgeting and forecasting processesImplement monitoring and accountability processes for strategic action plans (SAP's) in the businessWork with the local management team to ensure alignment with group strategyDevelop a "customer service" culture in Finance Develop and evaluate performance of Finance staff according to the business' needsAct as the key business partner to the local management team, providing financial support, critical analysis and insight to support decision makingEnsure the business has processes in place to provide timely, accurate information and meet external reporting requirements in terms of timing and information qualityReview business performance against forecastbudgetplan; identify variances and actions to address shortfalls and work with the PresidentGeneral ManagerIdentify and drive initiatives to improve profitability and cash generation; take a proactive approach to ensure the business is appropriately focused on cashManage day-to-day treasury-related activities (cash, foreign exchange management, bank relations)Ensure the AR (including credit management), AP and payroll activities in the business are carried out based on optimized processesProvide support to process improvement initiatives within the business and groupTake the lead in local tax compliance activities; work with the Vice President of Finance to optimize tax positionsWork with the Engineering team to maximize R&D tax creditsEnsure capital expenditure requests are presented with the appropriate depth of analysis and sound business justifications Work with other group controllers to identify and share best practices, optimize inter-group processes and remove or reduce barriers to inter-group co-operationSupport the Vice President of Finance in driving the implementation of internal audit recommendations and other mandated directives Support the Vice President of Finance in risk assessment and risk management activities for the groupIncrease "financial literacy" within the business by working with colleagues to increase understanding of financial statements and financial drivers of performanceDESIRED BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCES:Impact and influence "” works effectively with others across functional areas; a respected voice in the management teamAchievement Motivation "” results oriented, tracker and doer. Sets high standards and objectives and establishes well-defined plans to achieve themListening, understanding, responding "” an effective and articulate communicator Service oriented - clearly understands role in supporting the business and outside customersTeam Leadership "” effective at building support, thinks team first, promotes success in terms of team as well as individual success, is adept at creating a shared vision, able to draw out the best in team membersDecision-making "” makes good decisions based on sound understanding and evaluation of relevant information; gathers information and involves others as appropriate; understands and respects boundaries of authorityDemonstrates and promotes honesty and integrity in all business activities Comfortable in a matrix organization structureCombines a hands-on approach (ready to "roll-up hisher sleeves") with delegation to ensure sufficient time is available for analysis and support; promotes a culture of collaborationCombines a solid understanding of the "big picture" and the steps needed to achieve strategic objectives without losing sight of the detailsAble to lead the business in financial issues; can explain complex financial concepts in a way that can be readily understood by the non-finance personComfortable under pressure; respects and meets deadlinesPositive, enthusiastic and energeticKNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS REQUIRED:Proven track record of achievement and demonstrated career progression.Minimum of 5+ years in cost accounting andor financial planning and analysis (manufacturing or project-based accounting under IFRS an asset)Experience in a multi-location (preferably multi-national) matrix organizationExcellent communication skills - written and oral (including presentation skills)University degree and recognized accounting designation (CPA).Excellent systems skills - thorough understanding of ERP systems; advanced user of Excel Ability to concisely summarize large amounts of data to drive decision making process

Created: 2024-10-22