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Business Unit Controller - Oenology

Lallemand4 days ago
Montréal, QC
Mid Level
full_time

Top Benefits

Competitive social benefits

About the role

Posting Period

From July 29, 2025
to August 15, 2025

Country or region

Canada

Location

Montréal, Québec

Business Unit

Oenology

Department

Accounting / Finance

Entry date

As soon as possible

Job Status

Permanent - Full time

Minimal required work experience

8 years

Minimal education level required

Bachelor's Degree

Work schedule

35 hours

Salary

Based on experience

Benefits

Competitive social benefits

BUSINESS UNIT CONTROLLER - OENOLOGY

MAIN FUNCTIONS

The Business Unit Controller reports to the Corporate Controller. The main responsibilities of the selected candidate include, but are not limited to:

  • Lead financial planning and analysis (FP&A) processes for the Oenology Business Unit.
  • Monitor and analyze monthly performance, variances across regions.
  • Prepare monthly business unit consolidated reports.
  • Develop and present financial dashboards and reports to senior management.
  • Support strategic initiatives, pricing decisions, and cost optimization.
  • Coordinate annual budgets, quarterly forecasts, and long-term plans.
  • Collaborate with Commercial Teams to review historical results and build integrated, forward-looking forecasts using cross-functional input.
  • Maintain adherence to corporate financial standards, internal controls, and compliance requirements, while driving process consistency and operational efficiency across entities and shared services.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams: sales, operations, R&D, marketing, and corporate finance.
  • Serve as a central point of contact between local entity controllers and regional commercial teams to ensure aligned planning, resource allocation, and execution.
  • Assist with year-end audit preparation & activities and financial consolidation when required.

TECHNICAL SKILLS

Required

  • CPA or equivalent accounting designation minimum
  • 8–10 years of progressive experience in finance or controlling
  • Proven expertise
  • Financial reporting, budgeting, and forecasting
  • Variance analysis and KPI monitoring
  • Cost and margin analysis
  • Consolidated P&L oversight
  • Internal control implementation and audit readiness

An asset

  • Strong Excel and financial modeling skills
  • Experience working in multi-currency, multi-entity environments
  • Experience with intercompany and inter-division transactions
  • ERP and BI system experience (e.g., IBM Cognos BI)

PERSONAL ABILITIES

Required

  • Your Strengths & Mindset: - Sharp analytical and critical thinker with strong attention to detail - High ethical standards and integrity in financial practices - Organized and effective in managing priorities and deadlines - Collaborative, yet independent with a hands-on, resourceful approach - Natural leader with entrepreneurial spirit and strategic acumen - Adaptable and proactive in driving process improvements and embracing technology

GENERAL CRITERIA

Required

  • Languages and communication : - Fluency in English and French (written and spoken) - Additional languages are an asset - Strong communication and interpersonal skills across cultures and departments

ORGANIZATION

Lallemand is a privately held Canadian company founded in the late 19th century, which develops, produces, and markets microorganisms for various markets. The administrative offices of the parent company are in Montreal, Canada. Today, Lallemand employs more than 5,000 people working in more than 45 countries on 5 continents.

Lallemand has been serving the wine industry since the 1970s. Our Oenology business unit has a long history of helping wine reach its full potential, while remaining faithful to its roots and heritage. To achieve this goal, we employ yeasts and bacteria, as well as nutrients and protectors for said yeasts and bacteria. We also use specific inactivated yeasts and enzymes.

Working at Lallemand Oenology, a leader in its domain, means joining a team of pioneers who are constantly raising the bar – around the world!

Please take note that accommodations will be provided in all parts of the hiring process. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance.

About Lallemand

Food and Beverage Manufacturing
1001-5000

Lallemand is a privately owned company, founded at the end of the 19th century that researches, develops, produces and markets yeasts, bacteria and related products with the aim of reproducing, managing and optimizing natural fermentation processes in agri-food industries. Administrative offices for the parent company are in Montreal, Canada.

Today, Lallemand employs more than 4300 people working across more than 45 countries, on 5 continents.

We are more than a global leader in yeast and bacterial cultures. We are both an international company and a family business that relies on the expertise of its employees to thrive.

Working at Lallemand means enjoying the stature of a century-old company that is constantly growing, and having career opportunities around the globe at your fingertips.

Do you value passion, collaboration, innovation, and autonomy? If so, we want to get to know you!

At Lallemand, you will find a team that is dedicated to offering its best to each client. We have a direct impact on the daily lives of millions, so we must always remain one step ahead – this means constantly staying attentive to our clients and anticipating their needs.

If your personal aspirations align with ours, take a look at our job postings. You might just find your next professional challenge!