About
Reporting to the Director, Finance the Controller leads a team of three to satisfy all deliverables related to financial and operational reporting, related analysis, cost accounting and routine processing in accordance with business requirements and standards. The position works closely with Plant Operations and Engineering to support Two Manufacturing facilities. This position requires a demonstrated continuous improvement mindset, leadership in establishing customer service oriented and business partner culture, with a great attention to detail.
Key Responsibilities
Provide leadership to the accounting team and oversee day-to-day effectiveness of staff by managing for highest performance. This includes goal setting, coaching, mentoring and developing, training and managing individual performance.
Partnering with Operations and Supply Chain ensure consistency and accuracy in all operational reporting and analysis. Attend operational meetings for discussion of areas to improve, generate potential solutions and course of action. Reporting includes, but is not limited to:
Yield and labour efficiency
Impact of SKU Mix from a yield, labour and expense perspective
Labour and operational expenses
Inventory on hand balances and trending DIO
AFE review and tracking against approved project plan
Cost savings initiatives – development of new ideas and performance against each one
Engage in regular meetings with senior executives. Present financial results to senior executives (CFO, VP Finance Operations) with clear, concise analysis of year‑over‑year performance to drive informed decisions and actionable outcomes. Participate in bi‑monthly operational review meetings with the CEO, CFO, and COO to support the Plant Manager in preparing and communicating operational results and key business drivers.
Drive process improvement to ensure overall efficiency and effectiveness of the accounting team, including focusing team on value-add activities.
Manages month-end close process and completes financial reporting package with in-depth variance analysis applying business acumen on all aspects. Ensure a high level of accuracy, completeness and all deadlines are met.
Support the enforcement of closing timelines, helping business partners become more efficient in the close process. This includes timelines associated with daily, weekly and monthly reporting activities.
Manage cash flow by reporting on cash movements, and monitoring working capital levels.
Establish and monitor internal controls and regulatory compliance.
Ensure all balance sheet and variance account reconciliations are completed on a monthly basis with reconciling items cleared in a timely manner. Perform analytical review of all account reconciliations.
Key contact for Treasury, intercompany divisions, and external audits. Coordinate efforts, preparing and reviewing required information as requested, meeting all deadlines. Liaise with other Controllers to establish a "Sofina One" approach incorporating best business practices.
Coordinates Statistics Canada reporting including monthly financial and annual customized manufacturing reports.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, economics, or business administration. CMA/ CGA/CA/CPA Professional Accounting Designation and minimum of 10+ years progressive experience.
Experience in a manufacturing environment required, preferably in a food processing environment.
Demonstrated, independent Controllership experience; including operations accounting & analysis, including standard costing and business analysis thereof
Demonstrated knowledge of ASPE and being able to interpret ASPE guidance and apply to situation at hand
Demonstrated Leadership & People Management / Team development skills
Excellent time management skills (ability to multi-task and manage tight deadlines and multiple customer demands)
Excellent interpersonal, communication, conflict resolution and organizational skills
Demonstrated business and financial acumen; excellent analytical skills
Experience with an ERP system. Knowledge of automated financial and accounting reporting systems. Knowledge of federal financial regulations
Hiring Range: CAD $ 95,800 -$145,800
Bonus: This position is eligible for a bonus up to 16.5% of base salary subject to the plan terms and conditions.
Please note that the expected hiring range provided is derived from a group of like roles within Sofina. The final offer amount for this role will be dependent on geographical region, applicable experience, skillset of the candidate and internal equity.
This position is currently an active vacancy.
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Sofina Foods Inc. is committed to providing accessible employment practices that are in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act ('AODA'). Applicants are asked to make their needs/requirements, for the purpose of accommodation under AODA, known to Human Resources when they are contacted for an interview.
Languages
- English
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