On behalf of Vulcraft Canada:
Vulcraft Canada, the local division of the largest joist and deck manufacturer, supplies quality products, on-time deliveries, as well as a breadth of offerings and innovative solutions to the steel construction industry. With manufacturing locations in Ancaster, Ontario, and Nisku, Alberta, Vulcraft plants are strategically located to serve customers across the Canadian market.
We are searching for an Assistant Controller to join our dynamic team at our Ancaster, Ontario location.
The Assistant Controller role is to oversee accounting functions, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, fixed assets, billing, inventory, payroll, and cash management while maintaining proper internal controls. They must manage the month-end accounting system close process and produce all Corporate and Divisional reporting requirements on time. The Assistant Controller must create and maintain accurate forecasts and budgets, provide analytical support to other departments as it relates to accounting issues and drive continuous cost improvements across all aspects of the business. Responsible for development and growth of 4 direct and 3 indirect reports (7 member finance team).
Job Description:
- Completion and submission of the monthly, quarterly and yearly reporting of consolidated results and supporting schedules
- Compilation of monthly, quarterly and annual divisional forecasts as well as annual capital and operating budgets
- Preparation and review of Canadian tax filings
- Maintenance of the general ledger
- Analyze financial data to present to management to make recommendations on a course of action or improvements
- Maintain adequate levels of insurance and ensure that the policies are renewed annually
- Able to reconcile and balance intercompany accounts
- Perform cost comparison and analysis across divisions
- Prepare, maintain and report on monthly scorecard results
- Investigate and recommend process improvements
- Provide constructive feedback for the finance team and perform yearly evaluations
- Take part in plant inspections, yard audits and yard inventory counts
- Review and post journal entries for the finance team, create PO’s, review invoice coding
- Develop, maintain and test internal controls in accordance with Sarbanes Oxley
- Create process manuals for finance functions
- Participate in special projects as they arise
- Perform backup duties as assigned
- All other duties as assigned
Requirements
Minimum Qualifications:
- CPA designation
- At least 5 years of accounting experience with industry manufacturing preferred
- Knowledge of SAP
Soft Skills:
- Exhibits a leadership presence
- Excellent communication
- Willing to work as a team to get the job done
- Accountable
- Strong judgement and decision making skills
- Ability to solve complex, multifaceted problems
- Robust business acumen
Benefits
Full benefits plan including extended health, dental and vision care, RRSP plan and company stock purchase plan.