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Financial Controller

Max Atlas9 days ago
Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu, QC
Mid Level

About the role

Job description

With a strong team and a clear vision, we are building the foundations for sustainable growth: developing the US market, automating our factories, and optimizing and automating our processes. In this context, the finance function plays a central role: providing an accurate, reliable, and useful understanding of the company’s performance.

Your role in this journey

Reporting to the Director of Finance, the Controller will be responsible for consolidating the financial foundations while preparing the team for the next chapter: transforming financial data into decision-making levers. This position is for someone who enjoys building, collaborating, and evolving ways of doing things. In Phase 1, you will anchor the structure; in Phase 2, you will help guide business decisions.

Tasks
  • Ensure the rigor and consistency of the accounting cycle so that monthly financial statements are delivered on time and serve as a reliable benchmark for management.
  • Structure and ensure the reliability of accounts payable and receivable processes, so that financial operations support day-to-day operations.
  • Strengthen internal controls and reporting quality, with a focus on continuous improvement and transparency.
  • Contribute to financial planning, supporting management in the preparation of budgets, forecasts, and strategic analyses.
  • Produce clear and useful analyses that identify significant variances, anticipate trends, and support decision-making.
  • Support the management of capital expenditure projects (CAPEX), ensuring financial monitoring and understanding their impact on overall performance.
  • Collaborate closely with operations to transform financial observations into levers for efficiency and profitability.
Required qualifications
  • CPA designation and significant experience in financial control, ideally in a manufacturing environment.
  • Solid understanding of costing and operations.
  • Proficiency in Excel and accounting systems; experience with Genius Manufacturing is an asset.
  • Ability to thrive in a transforming SME, where priorities are split between strategic and operational aspects.
  • Analytical, rigorous, and curious mindset, with a collaborative and proactive approach.
  • Excellent command of French and good English.
Skills
  • Financial control and compliance
  • Financial performance analysis
  • Strong command of cost accounting
  • Budgeting and forecasting
  • Internal controls and accounting accuracy
  • Cross-functional collaboration
  • Analytical mindset and strategic thinking
  • Adaptability in a changing environment
About the employer

Join a growing local company recognized as Canada’s leading manufacturer of container chassis.

At Max-Atlas, we operate in a stimulating manufacturing environment where innovation, collaboration, and talent development are at the heart of our priorities.

You’ll be part of a motivated, dynamic, and committed team, with many opportunities for career growth and professional development throughout your journey.

About Max Atlas

Manufacturing
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