Controller

We have an exciting opportunity for a MPA Controller in the Eaton Rapids area!

What is in it for you?

· Be a part of a great team

· Dynamic global organization

· Opportunities for advancement

· Competitive compensation package including bonus

Salary range: $100-$130K/year

Primary Purpose of Position

Reporting directly to the Vice President & CFO, with secondary reporting to the Plant Manager, the position holder is responsible for providing financial information to appropriate stakeholders in an accurate, timely and effective manner through leading, coaching and performing all necessary duties. Responsible for leading, coaching, and managing the Plant IT and Accounting teams.

Major Responsibilities of Position

• Attainment of all Business Plan Goals: Motivating the management team to address financial objectives. To provide financial information to appropriate stakeholders in an accurate, timely and effective manner.

• Leadership: Set direction and methodology for the day-to-day operation of the plant accounting and IT departments, delegate assignments to ensure the timely and efficient completion of projects.Supervise, coach, and mentor staff and support personnel with their daily duties in support of the business. Motivate and guide employees to work together effectively and to perform their tasks and duties with pride and satisfaction in accordance with policies and procedures.

• Communication: Effectively communicate with all employees, management and customers and esure that open and honest lines of communication are available. Respond to all external reporting needs (shareholder, corporate, government, etc.) in a timely and effective manner.

• Budgeting and Financial Controls: Provide the plant management team the necessary, timely and accurate information to ensure that budget targets are exceeded or met and financial/departmental goals are achieved.

· Systems: Ensure financial and plant IT systems are effective, timely, efficient, legally compliant, and complete.

· Goal-Setting: Prioritize activities to ensure timely and accurate completion of all tasks necessary to fulfill team and company goals. Responsible for setting MPA objectives and targets as well as measurables for the accounting and IT teams.

· Training: Train, coach, mentor and develop team members. Encourage use of all Finance and IT related processes and systems. Ensure adequate training and tools necessary for departmental staff are available and promoted.

· Performance Management: Conducting employee evaluations and counseling employees on performance related issues.

· Change Management: Facilitating communication, change, and progress (when needed).

· Environmental Management Team: As a member of the EMS team, ensure continuous improvement by reviewing objectives and targets and internal/external customer concerns; review audit results and EMS program elements, establishing action items and recommendations in accordance with ISO14001 standards.

· Other duties and tasks as assigned.

Rights

• Input on recruitment and termination decisions for Plant Finance and IT departments with defined span of control.
• Access to banking.
• Access to approval processes in Plex: including Capital, Tooling and General expenditures.
• General Ledger journal approval.
• Approval of travel requests for plant Finance and IT team members.
• Salary increase review for Finance and Plant IT personnel.
• Plant level budget review and approval.
• Sign off on all A/P payment runs and cheques.

Contacts

• All interested stakeholders within the business, ensuring confidentiality requirements are strongly observed.
• All suppliers and vendors as related to Finance and IT related items (i.e. business development communication, tax related items, auditing firms, regulatory compliance, etc.).

Personal Competencies (Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Other Attributes):

· Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Powerpoint).

· Excellent presentation skills.

· Ability to analyze data and proactively react when needed.

· Knowledge of all financial related regulations and legislation.

· Strong understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).

· Proven experience with budgeting and forecasting.

· Strong interpersonal, time management, prioritization and organizational skills.

· Excellent communication skills both verbal and written.

· Proven ability to coach, mentor, train and develop a team.

· Continuous improvement focus.

· Excellent problem solving and customer service skills.

· Negotiation skills, with ability to compromise to achieve sound outcome.

· Strong team ethic.

· Fluency in English.

· Ability to travel as required.

Physical demands:

· Ability to sit, stand and walk.

· Must be able to talk and hear over 2/3 of the time.

· Must have the ability to tolerate the above requirements for a minimum of 8 hours daily.

Work Environment

• Automotive manufacturing environment; salary office supporting role with a minimum of 45+ hours per week. Position is overtime exempt, however additional hours may be required to ensure task accomplishment.

· Production environment: 5% of the time, includes exposure to industrial safety hazards, loud and sudden noises, hot/humid conditions. Extreme temperatures during the summer and winter months can be expected.

· Office environment: 95% of the time, busy office with frequent interruptions and multi-tasking required; standard office equipment available.

Educational and Certification Background

1

Minimum of Bachelors (or higher) degree in Accounting or Finance from an accredited college or university

Essential

2

Minimum of five (5) years in a Plant Controller role within the automotive manufacturing industry

Essential

3

Minimum of 5 years of leadership (management) experience

Essential

4

CPA or CMA designation, or international equivalent

Desired

Company Overview:

ACCU-STAFF, our mission is to help organizations find the top Industry talent and to help people achieve their personal and professional goals through the growth of their careers. Our core values are the backbone of our business, which is how we guide our hiring process: we show excellence through results, lead with integrity and accountability, and exemplify competitive greatness.

We are honoured to be ranked among the Top 50 staffing and recruitment firms in Canada- out of nearly 30,000 firms nationwide. Forbes has recognized us as one of the Best in Canada across all three major categories:

• Best Executive Recruitment Firms

• Best Temporary Staffing Firms

• Best Professional Recruiting Firms

This recognition reflects our commitment to exceptional service, trusted partnerships, and consistently delivering top-tier talent solutions.

Additional Information

ACCU-STAFF has an accommodation process in place and provides accommodations for employees with disabilities. If you require a specific accommodation because of a disability or a medical need, please contact Human Resources so that arrangements can be made for the appropriate accommodations to be in place before you begin your employment. We thank all applicants for their interest; however only those selected for an interview will be notified.