Assistant Controller

Do you have experience in cost analysis and feel right at home in a manufacturing environment?Are you looking to play a strategic role at the heart of operations? We have the perfect job for you! Reporting to the Finance Director, you will participate in managing the accounting and financial operations of our manufacturing company. You will contribute to financial closing activities, results analysis, as well as manufacturing cost tracking and operational profitability. You will strengthen the finance function while providing increased analytical support to manufacturing operations, particularly in the areas of cost control, inventory management, and profitability. Please note that this position is based at our Barrie, ON site and requires full-time on-site presence. Does this sound like you? Apply now! Employee benefits : Deferred Profit-Sharing Plan - 4% employer contribution (DPSP); Registered Retirement Savings Plan; Free virtual healthcare services; Group Insurance Plan (Medical, Paramedical, Disability and Life); Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP); Recognition of years of service; Several activities organized by the social club (participation is always on a voluntary basis), drawings for all kinds of cultural and sports events as well as $100 credit for clothing items per year; Well-designed integration program for new employees. Job Summary : Start date: As soon as possible Number of positions to fill: 1 Salary: To be discussed Job Status: Permanent Work mode: On-site at the Barrie plant, open to occasional remote work Workplace : 333, Bayview Drive, Barrie ON L4N 8X9 Schedule: Full-time Shift: Day, Monday to friday Role and responsabilities of the Assistant Controller : You will act as a financial partner alongside production and operations teams to ensure the accuracy of financial data and the continuous improvement of processes. Manufacturing Analysis and Cost Accounting Participate in maintaining and validating standard product costs. Analyze production, raw material, labor, and efficiency variances. Monitor inventory and required adjustments. Collaborate with production, purchasing, and operations teams to ensure the accuracy of manufacturing data. Participate in margin and profitability analysis by product, project, or customer. Contribute to the improvement of manufacturing performance indicators (KPIs). Participate in physical inventory counts and inventory variance analyses. Support continuous improvement initiatives and cost optimization efforts. Accouting and Financial Reporting Participate in the preparation of monthly and annual financial statements. Prepare various month-end journal entries. Participate in the monthly and annual closing process. Produce various financial reports and analyses for management. Participate in the preparation of budgets and financial forecasts. Support external audits and government requests. Contribute to the improvement of internal controls and accounting processes. Required qualifications for our Assistant Controller : Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or related field. CPA designation (completed or in progress) – an asset. 3 to 7 years of accounting experience, ideally in a manufacturing environment. Good understanding of the full accounting cycle. Knowledge of manufacturing cost accounting principles. Experience with manufacturing ERP system. Advanced Excel skills. Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities. Desired skills for our Assistant Controller : Attention to detail and accuracy. Analytical mindset and results-oriented approach. Good understanding of manufacturing operations. Ability to manage multiple priorities. Collaboration and cross-functional communication skills. Autonomy and initiative.

The Assistant Controller manages accounting and financial operations with a focus on manufacturing cost tracking and operational profitability. They act as a financial partner to production teams to ensure data accuracy and process improvement.

Candidates must have a bachelor's degree in accounting or finance and 3 to 7 years of experience, preferably in manufacturing. Proficiency in ERP systems, advanced Excel, and knowledge of the full accounting cycle are required.

• Deferred Profit-Sharing Plan • Registered Retirement Savings Plan • Free virtual healthcare services • Group Insurance Plan • Employee & Family Assistance Program • Recognition of years of service • Social club activities • Clothing allowance

• Résolution de problèmesSouhaitée
• Gestion des stocksSouhaitée

Relevées dans la description du poste. Confirmez les exigences importantes ci-dessus.

• Cost Analysis
• Manufacturing Cost Accounting
• Financial Reporting
• Inventory Management
• Budgeting
• Financial Forecasting
• Internal Controls
• ERP Systems
• Advanced Excel
• Variance Analysis
• KPI Improvement
• Problem-solving

• Finance & Accounting
• Manufacturing
• Management & Leadership

Formation minimale

Diplôme professionnel

Expérience minimale

2+ ans

Postuler avant le

10 août 2026

Langue de l’offre

anglais

Heures de travail

40 heures par semaine

Niveau d’expérience

Mid-Senior level

Mode de candidature

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