Assistant Plant Controller

Assistant Plant Controller

Work Location: In person

Full Time – Permanent

Manufacturing experience is required

The Assistant Controller will serve as a key member of the Finance leadership team, supporting the Vice President of Finance/CFO in overseeing the Company’s accounting operations, financial reporting, and internal control environment. This individual will play a critical role in ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial information and in supporting strategic decision-making across the organization.

This position is designed for a finance professional seeking progressive responsibility and offers a defined career path toward the Controller role as the organization continues to grow and evolve. The Assistant Controller role offers a clear pathway to the Controller position within the organization. The selected candidate will receive mentorship from the Vice President of Finance/CFO and gain exposure to corporate finance strategy, system transformation initiatives, and potential merger and acquisition activities as part of the company’s long-term growth plan.

Core Responsibilities

- Own the month-end close process: GL reconciliations, accruals/prepaids, cut-offs and timely close.

- Prepare and review month-end/quarterly management packages: P&L by segment, key variance explanations.

- Ensure compliance with the company’s accounting framework (ASPE) and government filing and reporting requirements.

- Oversee BOM accuracy, labor and overhead allocation, machine/hour rates, inventory valuation and other cost accounting activities.

- Supervise the finance team, team development and performance.

Day-to-Day Activities

- Supervise daily postings in the general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and bank reconciliations.

- Review and approve journal entries, accruals, intercompany transactions, and expense allocations.

- Maintain accuracy of trial balance and subsidiary ledgers throughout the month.

- Approve payment batches and verify that internal controls (authorization, coding, supporting documents) are respected.

- Review daily bank balances and cash forecasts.

- Partner with plant managers to review production data and variance root causes.

- Generate management reporting packages: P&L by product line, margin analysis, working capital, and KPIs.

- Support VP of Finance in board or executive deck preparation (graphs, commentary, analysis).

- Support VP of Finance with borrowing base reports and covenant compliance for banks.

Key Competencies

- Effective interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal.

- Drives strategic initiatives with a focus on execution and results.

- Leads teams while fostering growth and development.

- Collaborates effectively across departments.

- Solves problems with strong analytical insight.

- Balances priorities with urgency and focus.

Qualifications

- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline; CPA designation strongly preferred.

- Minimum of 7 years of progressive accounting experience, with at least 3 years in a manufacturing environment (aluminum, metals, or related heavy industry experience preferred).

- Comprehensive knowledge of GAAP/ASPE and cost accounting principles.

- Demonstrated success in managing accounting teams and closing processes within a multi-site organization.

- Proficiency with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics, or equivalent) and advanced Excel skills.

- Positive attitude and self-motivated, with a willingness to perform outside of their job description

- Proven ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment.

Physical Effort/Working Conditions

- Use of PPE as required in a production environment when required.

- Standard schedule: Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.; weekends off.

- Primarily on-site office environment but may require standing and walking throughout the day.

- Industrial environment with noise, heat, and operational hazards.

Benefits:

- Company events

- Company pension

- Dental care

- Disability insurance

- Employee assistance program

- Extended health care

- Life insurance

- On-site parking

- Paid time off

- Stock options

- Vision care

- Wellness program

Language:

- English (required)

Signature Aluminum Canada Ltd is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace where all individuals are respected and valued. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital or family status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by the Ontario Human Rights Code. Reasonable accommodation will be provided upon request during the application and recruitment process.

Job Type: Full-time

Work Location: In person