Assistant Controller

WHO WE ARE Smartrend Manufacturing Group (SMG), Inc. is one of Manitoba’s fastest-growing companies, committed to increasing safety in the school bus industry and reducing emissions in the electric vehicle charging sector through our diverse divisions. We design and develop exciting, patented, and innovative technologies that make a real and lasting impact across multiple industries. At the heart of our success are the values that guide everything we do: People – our team is what makes us special Passion – from our hearts and minds, demonstrated through our actions Priority – we put the customer first, every day, in everything we do Partnership – with each other, our customers, and our suppliers We provide a supportive environment where hard work, passions, and goals are recognized. Innovation and collaboration are at the heart of what we do. Share your drive and aspirations with us, and we’ll ensure that your efforts open doors to new opportunities and growth. THE POSITION The Assistant Controller is a proactive and analytical finance professional who plays a key role in financial accounting operations, cost accounting within a manufacturing environment, budgeting and forecasting through financial models, and continuous improvement on financial processes to support the Company's continued growth. Reporting to the Controller, the Senior Accountant will provide leadership and guidance to the accounting team, support month end and year end close processes, and partners closely with operations, production, and management to analyze business performance, monitor manufacturing costs, and provide actionable financial insights. HOW YOU WILL BE MAKING AN IMPACT Support month-end and year-end financial statement preparation and variance analysis. Contribute to month end close processes, including cost analysis, reconciliations, accruals, commission calculations, and borrowing base reporting. Maintain manufacturing standard costs, analyze cost variances, and recommend actions that improve operational efficiency and financial performance. Develop cost models that support new product introductions and manufacturing initiatives. Develop and maintain scalable financial models to evaluate business performance, growth initiatives, and support strategic planning. Lead the annual budgeting process including coordinating departmental budget submissions. Collaborate with department leaders to monitor spending against budget and maintain departmental forecasts. Support internal and external audits, including annual year end audit. Identify opportunities to leverage technology and business intelligence tools to enhance reporting capabilities. WHAT SUCCESS LOOKS LIKE Financial reporting delivers accurate, timely, and meaningful insights that support strategic decision-making. Manufacturing standard costs and profitability are monitored effectively, with opportunities for improvement identified and communicated. Budgets and forecasts align with business objectives and support informed operational decisions. Financial models provide reliable, scalable analysis that supports strategic business decisions, and long-term growth. Department leaders receive timely financial guidance that strengthens accountability and performance. Lead continuous improvement initiatives by strengthening financial reporting, improving data integrity, and increasing process automation. WHAT SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE YOU REQUIRE CPA designation or actively pursuing CPA certification. 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment. Strong knowledge of financial reporting, cost accounting, budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis. Experience supporting manufacturing operations through standard costing, cost accounting, inventory valuation, and variance analysis. Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including financial modeling, reporting, and data analysis. Experience using ERP systems such as NetSuite and business intelligence tools such as Power BI or comparable reporting platforms. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and leadership skills Exceptional organizational skills, sound judgment, and the ability to manage competing priorities while meeting deadlines. A continuous improvement mindset with the initiative to improve financial processes, reporting, and internal controls. THE BENEFITS OF BEING PART OF OUR TEAM Share your passion and drive with us, and we’ll provide an environment where your contributions are recognized, rewarded, and celebrated—supporting your professional growth and job satisfaction. We offer our team members a comprehensive benefits package, including: Competitive compensation with a negotiable starting salary based on experience. Group insurance plan with a health spending account. Paid vacation. Company-paid shutdown from Christmas to New Year’s. Opportunities for career advancement with a growing company We would like to thank all applicants who apply, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

The Assistant Controller will manage financial accounting operations, cost accounting, and budgeting while providing leadership to the accounting team. They will also partner with operations and management to analyze business performance and drive continuous improvement in financial processes.

Candidates must hold or be pursuing a CPA designation and possess at least 5 years of progressive accounting experience, ideally within a manufacturing setting. Proficiency in ERP systems, advanced Excel modeling, and strong analytical skills are essential for this role.

• Competitive compensation • Group insurance plan • Health spending account • Paid vacation • Company-paid shutdown from Christmas to New Year’s • Career advancement opportunities

• Power BISouhaitée
• Résolution de problèmesSouhaitée
• LeadershipSouhaitée
• Microsoft ExcelSouhaitée
• Analyse financièreSouhaitée

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

• Financial reporting
• Cost accounting
• Budgeting
• Forecasting
• Financial analysis
• Standard costing
• Inventory valuation
• Variance analysis
• Microsoft Excel
• Financial modeling
• ERP systems
• NetSuite
• Power BI
• Leadership
• Problem-solving
• Continuous improvement
• Standard Cost Accounting
• Operational Efficiency
• Strategic Decision Making
• Accountability
• Organizational Skills
• Month-End Closing
• Business Objectives
• Ability To Meet Deadlines
• Variance Analysis
• Cost Accounting
• Accounting
• Accruals
• Data Analysis
• Auditing
• Inventory Valuation
• Internal Controls
• Business Intelligence Tools
• Management
• Strategic Planning
• Business Process Automation
• Continuous Improvement Process
• Data Integrity
• Enterprise Resource Planning
• Finance
• External Auditing
• Financial Accounting
• Financial Analysis
• Financial Modeling
• Financial Statements
• Scalability
• Innovation
• Internal Auditing
• Problem Solving
• Manufacturing Operations

• Finance & Accounting
• Manufacturing
• Management & Leadership
• Data & Analytics
• Accountant/Assistant Controller
• Assistant Controller
• Accountants
• Treasurers and Controllers
• Financial Managers

Formation minimale

Diplôme professionnel

Expérience minimale

5+ ans

Langue de l’offre

anglais

Heures de travail

40 heures par semaine