Controller

Description

Location: Edmonton, AB
Work Type: Permanent / Full Time

Our Manufacturing client is searching for a Controller to join their team. This role will be responsible for overseeing the full cycle accounting and finance operations, managing all day-to-day finance activities, including inventory monitoring, treasury functions, financial reporting, and cash flow. A successful candidate will be tasked with identifying operational efficiencies, cost-saving opportunities, and potential grants or incentives to support the company’s growth initiatives. This is a hybrid opportunity and provides work life balance.
 
Your success will be defined by your ability to:

• Complete full cycle accounting, including month-end close, journal entries, reconciliations, payroll, and financial reporting
• Monitor inventory movements and costing, working closely with operations to ensure accuracy and efficiency
• Manage cash flow forecasting and treasury activities
• Develop and maintain budgets, forecasts, and financial models to support strategic decision-making
• Explore and recommend operational efficiencies and cost-saving initiatives
• Identify and pursue grant opportunities and other financial incentives
• Ensure compliance with all tax, regulatory, and financial reporting requirements
• Optimize and leverage the ERP system for maximum efficiency in accounting and reporting
• Serve as a business partner to leadership, providing financial insights to drive the company’s growth

Your strengths include:

• CPA Designation is preferred
• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, preferably in manufacturing or a related industry
• Strong knowledge of inventory accounting, cash management, and full cycle accounting
• Experience with modern, cloud-based ERP systems is a strong asset
• Proficient with Microsoft Office, especially Excel
• Excellent problem-solving skills and a continuous improvement mindset
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• High degree of initiative, self-motivation, and ability to work independently
• Entrepreneurial spirit – comfortable in a growing, evolving, fast-paced environment
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

If you are interested in this role and meet the above criteria, please click the “Apply” button to send your resume directly to Eric Motuzas.

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