Assistant Controller
Job Description
ABOUT US
Winoa Group is a global leader in steel abrasives, offering innovative surface preparation and treatment solutions. With over 60 years of expertise, we prioritize utilizing 100% recycled steel scrap in production and maintaining ISO 14001 and ISO 50001 certifications. Our commitment to environmental responsibility includes a “Green Pledge” to achieve carbon neutrality by 2050. As a trusted partner, we deliver high-quality, eco-friendly products and services to empower our clients worldwide.
POSITION SUMMARY
Reporting directly to the Controller, North America, the Assistant Controller plays a pivotal role in aligning financial reporting with operational decision-making. This position requires a proactive and detail-oriented individual capable of simplifying processes and building a robust framework of structure, controls, and guidelines to support the accounting team. The Assistant Controller will also act as a liaison between plant operations and the financial team, ensuring accurate cost accounting, intercompany entries, and full-cycle accounting activities.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Examining system parameters, performance metrics, configurations, and operational metrics, to derive insights or actionable data.
- Manage cost accounting and inventory revaluations (standard and “First In, First Out”) for two plants.
- Perform intercompany reconciliations and entries, including inventory and profit eliminations.
- Support month-end close processes, with a special focus on operations in the USA and Mexico.
- Assist in the creation of the annual budget and monthly forecasts.
- Deliver actionable insights through detailed financial analysis.
- Prepare and review balance sheet account reconciliations.
- Assist in the preparation of audit schedules for external auditors.
- Analyze cost center details and explain variances effectively.
- Ensure adherence to purchasing procedures and controls.
- Provide support for ERP system implementation and optimization.
- Consolidate financial statements across business units.
- Identify, assess, and execute risk and opportunity management strategies.
- Develop and maintain control processes, including month-end calendars and schedules.
- Hold team members accountable for meeting deadlines and delivering results.
- Perform other duties as assigned to support organizational goals.
SALARY
- $90,000-$100,000
Requirements & Prerequisites
QUALIFICATIONS
- 3-5 years’ experience in accounting and finance, required.
- A minimum of 2 of these years in a manufacturing environment, required.
- Bachelor’s degree, diploma, or equivalent experience in accounting or finance, required.
- A high level of proficiency in Excel and the Microsoft Office Suite, required.
- Accounting designation (CA, CPA, CMA, CGA), preferred.
KEY CANDIDATE COMPETENCIES
- Detailed knowledge of accounting functions and understanding of cost accounting entries.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to work well under pressure.
- Is flexible and able to multi-task.
- Ability to function and thrive in a team setting.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills.
- Strong computer knowledge with proven ability to learn new systems.
- Willingness to learn, adapt, and take initiative, always maintaining exceptionally high standards.
How To Apply
If you think your experience, skills and career aspirations are aligned with this opportunity – please send your resume to careers@hroffsite.ca with “Winoa – Assistant Controller” in the subject line.
We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage applications from all qualified individuals. We are committed to providing a safe, healthy, and inclusive work environment where every employee feels valued and respected. We will consider accessibility accommodations to applicants upon request.
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