Business Controller / Accounting Manager

Global manufacturing firm in the Arden - Fletcher area is currently seeking an experienced and dynamic Business Controller.

The Business Controller will be responsible for providing analytical and proactive Business Control services to the Business Unit, which includes multiple manufacturing and distribution facilities in the US, Canada, and Latin America. Candidate selected must understand business drivers, needs and processes to identify opportunities and challenges.

Specific responsibilities will include:
• Participation in and coordination of the strategy, target setting and budgeting processes, to include primary annual processes as well as quarterly updates.
• Completion of relevant analysis of company performance and provide consultation to business leaders. Analysis should include early alert and interpretive information to support effective business decision-making.
• Providing support to manage and control costs, material efficiency (Waste, Claims, and Second Quality) and working capitol
• Responsible for the accuracy and correctness of the generated transactional financial data of the Business Unit
• Managing financial forecasting, fixed cost, working capital and cash flow budgeting process
• Supporting the profitability analysis process for investments
• Serving as liaison between Business Unit and Financial Shared organization; as well as between Business Unit and global finance organization.
• Managing local internal control and some risk management processes.
• Preparation of P/L analysis for specific products and product groups.
• Preparation of profitability analysis by customer or combined customer / product analysis.
• Providing support to the sales function with accurate and current pricing and advising of any potential contractual issues.
• Serving as primary SAP Finance key user.
• Implementing monthly and quarterly accounting and reporting processes
• Providing oversight of credit controlling, dunning and credit limit updating.
• Ensuring accuracy of asset valuation and that the depreciation policies are followed (stocks, bad debt reserves, etc.)
• Serving as primary liaison between Company and auditors (both internal and external).
• Work according to company values, enabling organizational and team success.
• Performing all duties in full compliance of all laws, safety and environmental regulations, and in a manner consistent with company policies and procedures.

NOTE: Group reporting is made in multinational environment according to IFRS-standards (International Accounting Standards) using SAP finance modules and other reporting tools



Requirements
Requires any combination of education and experience equivalent to Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or relevant field and 5-7 years of responsible Management Accounting in a manufacturing environment. CMA certification preferred. Must be proficient with the use of MS Excel, and the ability to adapt to and learn automated accounting software systems. Prior experience and proficiency with SAP Finance tools strongly desired. Individual must be self-motivated, with the ability to adapt effectively to changing demands of a growth-oriented, dynamic organization. Must have excellent communication oral and written skills and the ability to relate well in a global environment.

Please submit resume and salary requirement via email only.