Controller – Abloy Canada

Are you someone who thrives in a dynamic environment, enjoys taking ownership, and wants to make a real impact in a growing organization? If so, we invite you to join Abloy Canada Inc. as our new Controller, based in Vaudreuil-Dorion, Quebec.

In this role, you will report directly to the Chief Financial Officer and provide financial support to the Managing Director. You will lead the regional finance team and act as a key business partner to Abloy Oy. Your responsibilities will include financial planning and analysis, accounting, payroll, inventory control, risk management and insurance, capital expenditure oversight, and ensuring corporate compliance. We’re looking for a hands-on professional who is ready to implement sound financial practices and business policies that support a fast-paced and evolving business. You will work closely with office and production managers, as well as with finance leadership at the parent company, to drive operational excellence and strategic alignment.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee and lead annual budgeting and planning process for all Abloy Canada Inc.

• Administer and review all financial plans and budgets; monitor progress and changes; and keep senior leadership team abreast of the organization's financial status.

• Manage organizational cash flow and forecasting.

• Overseeing all financial activities, reporting on revenue, accounting staff, budgeting, disbursing funds, managing risk, implementing policies, and improving financial processes.

• Ensure financial integrity and accountability and maintain internal controls

• Prepare supporting documents for preparation of quarterly and annual financial statements, including working with the auditors.

• Generate timely monthly, quarterly, yearly and project specific financial reports in compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles ("GAAP") and present to Leadership

• Oversee audit activities and ensure compliance with the government

• Ensure maintenance of appropriate internal controls, financial systems and financial procedures. Lead facilities, inventory and other administrative functions, supported by Operations

• Ensure all insurance policies are renewed on an annual basis.

• Oversee accounting team (accounts receivable, collections, payables etc.). Perform other tasks as requested by Senior Leadership.

• Partner with the Office Manager to provide insights and action items from a financial perspective. Build strong relationships with production teams to help support business growth initiatives.

• Management of month end close processes within tight deadlines. Perform Ad Hoc analysis for leadership and parent organization. Ensure compliance with all external regulatory and legal requirements.

• Create and document business processes and accounting policies.

• Prepare weekly/monthly/yearly Payroll activities.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) or MBA (preferred)

• Must have extensive knowledge in both IFRS and USGAAP standards Minimum 5 years' experience controlling

• Relevant experience with ERP and other systems integration.

• Proficient in MS Office (Excel and Word) with an ability to quickly learn new software. Must be able to work independently

• Strong attention to detail

• An unquestionable, internalized sense of ownership and accountability Experience managing a team of AR/AP

• Fluently Bilingual English/French

• Effective written/verbal communication skill across multiple business areas Ability to successfully and motivate a diverse team

• Desire in continuous development of immediate team

• Understanding operational process flows and how they impact financial results Ability to adapt and maintain performance in changing work environment Experience with ERP implementation is ideal

• Ability to meet weekly, monthly, quarterly and yearly deadlines

• Ability to travel ~10%

• An additional qualification – This role may require the successful candidate to undergo a Security Clearance process

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We are building diverse, inclusive teams, and encourage applications from everyone who can see themselves working with us. Just set up your profile and apply here. Please submit your application with your salary expectations by 31 August at the latest. If you have any questions about the role or the process, please email Eric Gontovnik, Controller at eric.gontovnick@abloy.ca

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