Controller

Title: Controller

Reports to: Director of Finance

Company Information

We're FlexiForce- the world's largest manufacturer of overhead door hardware and components. We believe that safety is everyone’s responsibility and can only be achieved through the active participation of everyone within the organization. We make quality products; we deliver them on time, and we partner with our customers and our suppliers to support mutual success. To do that, we rely on having the best and most capable people on our team. Our Financial Controller plays a pivotal role in our success. 

Company Values, #Together we

Empowerment: We have trust in our people

Innovation: We have the courage to change

Integrity: We stand up for what’s right

Safety: Together we are safe

Teamwork: Together we achieve more

Position Overview / Summary

The Controller is responsible for leading aspects of the finance and accounting function for FlexiForce North America.  The role ensures adherence to the policies and practices defined in the ASSA ABLOY Reporting Manual, GAAP and provides reliable, in depth financial planning and analysis support to the management team.Key Responsibilities

The Controller will be accountable for:

Coordinate, manage and monitor the workings of the Finance department

Corporate Accounting and related reporting requirements.

Operational accounting functions including analysis and variance investigation.

Accounting in both foreign and domestic currency and conversion to $CDN for reporting purposes.

Tracking and optimizing FX gain or loss for CAD/USD conversions.

Consolidated reporting

Supporting internal and external audit functions as necessary.

Supervising and managing the performance of related administrative functions and staff including payroll, A/P, A/R, reception and general admin staff.

Working with the financial staff to continually improve and streamline the accounting and reporting functions through the use of software and data management tools.

Supporting company initiatives and culture.  

Be a culture champion and lead by example to encourage a culture of collaboration, team work and accountability

Prepare monthly financial information and variance analysis to budget and preparation of monthly reports for the Leadership team.

Ensure that record keeping meets the requirements of auditors and government agencies

In conjunction with the Director of Finance, establish financial and operating benchmarks, budgets, program monitoring, and reporting standards on a bi-weekly, monthly, and annual basis

Qualifications

Degree in accounting or business administration, or equivalent business experience

Minimum 5+ years’ experience in a similar role within a manufacturing environment

Proven experience leading and mentoring an administrative finance team

Experience with corporate banking, financial reporting, covenants and cash flow monitoring and reporting

Experience with creating financial statements

Experience with general ledger functions and the month-end/year-end close process

Experience with cost accounting in a manufacturing environment

Exceptional verbal and written communication skills with the ability to interact with all levels of the organization

Excellent proficiency with Excel and ERP software tools

Ability to identify and manage risk and bring issues to the Leadership table with solutions on how to mitigate cost and risk

Strong understanding of Canadian tax laws and some familiarity with US tax and trade laws.

Personal Characteristics & Skills

Desired personal characteristics that support success in this role:

An organized and detail oriented approach to managing projects, priorities and deadlines.

An open, approachable management style and an astute ability to listen to input, evaluate other points of view and to achieve collaborative success in planning and decision making.

An ability to inspire people and lead them to higher performance.

Demonstrated willingness to learn and improve.

Recognition of the importance of good customer service and a dynamic internal culture.

Keen problem solving skills.

Your integrity is admired by those around you

You radiate positive energy and have an outgoing personality

A desire to identify, coach and mentor emerging talent.

Physical Demands

Sit or stand for extended hours

Manual dexterity required to use desktop computer and peripherals

Role Requirements

Location: Abbotsford, BC

Hours of Work: Monday to Friday, 40 hours per week

On-site requirements for this position.  Some hybrid flexibility may be granted after probationary period and as described in internal policies.  Subject to Manager approval.

Travel

Occasional travel including to international destinations will be required.