Financial Controller, Manufacturing

Financial Controller, Manufacturing Own finance from full-cycle accounting to FP&A, cash flow and acquisitions. Join a growing manufacturer with executive exposure, real autonomy and significant impact on future growth. Location: East Toronto, ON Employment: Full-Time | Permanent Work Model: On-Site / Hybrid Salary: $120K - $130K + Performance Incentives + Benefits Hands-On Finance Leadership With a Seat at the Table We're partnering confidentially with an established and growing Canadian manufacturing organization seeking a sharp, hands-on Financial Controller to take ownership of its accounting and finance function. This is not a Controller position where you'll simply review reports prepared by a large accounting department. We're looking for someone equally comfortable getting into the numbers and advising executive leadership . One day you may be overseeing month-end close, reconciliations, cash flow, or transactional accounting. The next, you could be building a financial model for an acquisition, analyzing operating performance, or helping leadership make a major investment decision. For someone who enjoys combining hands-on accounting with strategic finance , this is an opportunity to have meaningful influence on a growing business. What You'll Own Accounting & Financial Controls Own the full-cycle accounting function across the Canadian operation Oversee accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and general ledger activities Lead month-end and year-end closing processes Prepare accurate financial statements and management reporting Maintain strong financial controls and accounting processes Coordinate annual tax filings, regulatory requirements, and external accounting relationships Financial Planning & Analysis Develop and maintain weekly and monthly cash flow forecasts Lead annual budgeting and forecasting Prepare monthly variance analysis and communicate findings to executive leadership Analyze financial and operational performance to identify trends and opportunities Identify opportunities for cost containment, waste reduction, and improved operating efficiency Canada / US Finance Support financial activities across Canadian and US operations Manage USD/CAD transactions and multi-currency reconciliations Support intercompany accounting and cross-border financial requirements Help leadership strengthen financial processes as the organization continues to expand Acquisitions & Growth You'll also have exposure to an important area of the company's growth strategy. Support financial due diligence for potential acquisitions Analyze financial information and acquisition targets Build financial models around working capital, integration costs, and future performance Support leadership in evaluating financing structures Assist with lender relationships and financial requirements surrounding expansion What We're Looking For 5+ years of progressive accounting and finance experience Strong hands-on full-cycle accounting experience Experience with financial reporting, month-end/year-end close, budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management Advanced Excel and financial modelling capabilities Strong ERP/accounting systems experience Ability to translate financial information into practical business recommendations Strong attention to detail with excellent analytical and problem-solving skills Comfortable working directly with senior leadership Highly Valued CPA designation or equivalent advanced accounting experience Manufacturing, supply chain, industrial, or SME experience Canada/US cross-border accounting exposure Multi-currency accounting experience Multi-location business experience Acquisition, due diligence, or M&A exposure Experience supporting a growing privately held organization The Person We're Looking For This position requires someone with a genuine "no task too small" mentality . You'll thrive here if you can: Move comfortably between transactional and strategic finance Work independently without needing a large finance team around you Challenge numbers and investigate discrepancies Build processes rather than simply inherit them Communicate effectively with operational and executive stakeholders Manage competing priorities in a fast-moving business Think commercially while maintaining strong accounting discipline Why Consider This Opportunity? Direct exposure to executive leadership Significant ownership of the finance function Opportunity to influence major business decisions Exposure to acquisitions and North American expansion Flat organizational structure with meaningful autonomy Growing Canadian manufacturing environment Competitive base salary and performance incentives Comprehensive benefits including extended health, dental, vision, life insurance, and employee assistance On-site fitness facility Apply If you're a hands-on finance professional who wants more ownership, executive exposure, and the opportunity to help shape the financial direction of a growing organization, we'd welcome a confidential conversation. All applications and conversations will be handled discreetly. Department Finance Locations Canada Remote status Hybrid About Remote People We specialize in connecting forward-thinking companies with outstanding global talent. 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