Main Filter, a leader in Filter Manufacturing, is currently hiring at our Sault Ste Marie location.
Main Filter is seeking an experienced Financial Controller to join our Finance Department. The individual shall undertake all aspects of financial management, including corporate accounting, regulatory and financial reporting, budget and forecast preparation, and the development of internal control policies and procedures.
Major Responsibilities/Activities (either individual or through subordinates):
• Act as Finance business partner for senior management and key stakeholders across all areas of the business,
• Ensure proper bookkeeping regarding general ledger and all subledgers including fixed assets and inventory,
• Execute month-end and year-end closing activities including reporting, analysis and KPI tracking,
• Prepare and support forecasting, budgets, yearly audit of financial statements and financial figures for corporate consolidation,
• Create and continuously improve various standard and ad-hoc financial analysis with regard to financial performance indicators and drivers for all functions, including required visualization of results and trends,
• Support decision-making processes by delivering accurate, reliable, and timely data, including recommendations for action,
• Oversee and manage AP & AR, including reconciliations, back up and support as needed,
• Assist in tax topics in corporation with external tax consultants,
• Assist in other administrative topics such as insurance and legal matters and participate in ad-hoc projects as needed.
Knowledge and skills requirements:
• Strong knowledge of GAAP accounting and proven knowledge of basics and tools for financial analysis,
• Superior strategic, analytical, and critical thinking skills with a problem-solving attitude,
• Self-motivated personality with a drive to provide goal-oriented results,
• Ability to communicate cross-functional, to manage complexity, and to build relationships in a fast-paced environment,
• Strong proficiency in data processing software (Excel) and general IT user skills (Office 365),
• ERP system knowledge is required, and experience with data visualization tools is a plus.
Education and Work Experience:
• Master’s or Bachelor’s degree in business, finance or related field required; CPA is a strong plus,
• A minimum of five years of experience supporting finance and accounting, including AR and/or AP, general accounting, and cost accounting or financial analysis,
• Work Experience in business development and/or manufacturing environment.
Additional Comments: Close collaboration with other functions such as business development, sales, operations, supply chain, HR, and purchasing at the company and corporate levels.
Interested parties can apply via email with a CV and cover letter to [email protected].
No in-person resumes, please.
