About this role
*Position Overview:*
Lambton Conveyor Limited is seeking a results-oriented and hands-on Controller to lead the company's accounting and financial reporting functions while serving as a key business partner to operations and executive leadership. The Controller will be responsible for financial stewardship, cost accounting, budgeting and forecasting, internal controls, cash flow management, and performance analysis within a manufacturing environment.
This role requires a strong understanding of standard costing, inventory management, manufacturing operations, and financial planning. The successful candidate will provide timely and accurate financial information that supports strategic decision-making and drives profitability, operational efficiency, and sustainable growth.
*Key Responsibilities:*
*Financial Leadership & Reporting*
* Lead all accounting and financial reporting activities, ensuring accuracy, integrity, and timeliness of financial information. * Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with applicable accounting standards. * Manage month-end and year-end close processes and establish best practices to improve efficiency and accuracy. * Provide meaningful financial analysis and reporting to senior leadership, identifying trends, risks, and opportunities.
*Cost Accounting & Manufacturing Finance*
* Analyze manufacturing variances, labor efficiencies, material usage, inventory levels, and production performance. * Partner with operations leadership to identify cost reduction opportunities and improve plant profitability. * Monitor inventory valuation processes and ensure accurate accounting for raw materials, work-in-progress, and finished goods.
*Budgeting, Forecasting & Business Planning*
* Lead the annual budgeting process and periodic forecasting activities. * Monitor financial performance against budget and provide actionable recommendations.
*Internal Controls & Compliance*
* Maintain and strengthen internal control systems to safeguard company assets and minimize financial risk. * Ensure compliance with accounting standards, tax regulations, government requirements, and company policies. * Coordinate annual external audits and support regulatory reporting requirements. * Oversee corporate insurance, risk management, and financial compliance activities.
*Cash Flow & Working Capital Management*
* Monitor cash flow, liquidity, and working capital performance. * Oversee accounts receivable, accounts payable, inventory, and cash management processes. * Provide recommendations to optimize cash flow and improve working capital efficiency.
*Team Leadership*
* Lead, mentor, and develop the accounting team, fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement. * Establish departmental objectives and performance metrics. * Promote collaboration between finance and operational departments.
*Tax Management & Compliance*
* Oversee all corporate tax compliance activities, including preparation, review, and coordination of corporate income tax filings with external tax advisors. * Ensure timely and accurate filing of indirect taxes, including HST/GST, payroll taxes, and other statutory remittances. * Manage tax audits and government inquiries with external advisors and regulatory authorities. * Monitor changes in tax legislation and assess the financial and operational impact on the organization.
*Qualifications:*
*Education*
· Bachelor?s degree in accounting, finance, or a related discipline.
· CPA designation required.
*Experience*
· 5?10 years of progressive accounting and finance experience, including leadership responsibility.
· Experience in a manufacturing environment with standard costing, inventory accounting, and financial analysis would be an asset.
· Budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting processes experience.
· Experience working with ERP systems, preferably in a manufacturing setting.
· Experience managing corporate inco