Job Description

Georgetown, PEI

Position Title: Controller
Department: Finance
Division: AGI Food
Location: Georgetown, PEI

About AGI

AGI is a global food-based infrastructure company publicly traded in Canada. With over 4,200 employees and over 30 global manufacturing brands, AGI is a leading provider of equipment and technology solutions for agricultural commodities including seed, fertilizer, grain and feed systems and an expanding platform for food processing facilities.

AGI - EFI, as part of AGI\'s Food Platform, EFI specializes in the engineering, design, fabrication, and installation of high-quality stainless-steel equipment and systems for food processors. EFI operates three facilities in Canada with two in Prince Edward Island and one in Ontario. EFI serves a range of customers across North America and has developed strong relationships with some of the world\'s largest multinational food processors.

The Opportunity

We are seeking a Controller to join our team in Georgetown, PEI. The ideal candidate will be a roll up the sleeves, hands on leader who is up for a challenge to help improve the accounting/finance function with the help of the director of finance for the newly acquired business. This role will be a key part of a growing global finance team. This is a great springboard opportunity to grow within the AGI Food platform and AGI International.

The Team

Reporting to the Director of Finance- in Winnipeg, you will closely work with the team at the Division as well as the Corporate Finance team based out of Winnipeg. This role will have 3 direct reports: the accountant/office manager, and 2 admin assistants.

Responsibilities

• Lead the full cycle accounting process, including management of day-to-day transactions for cash, payroll, Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable.
• Lead and calculate monthly percentage of completion revenue recognition process
• Prepare monthly financial statements, supporting schedules and monthly report outs to management.
• Perform reviews of Project Financial results together with Project Managers and Operational Leadership by determining variances between expected and actual project margins and follow an escalation protocol when appropriate.
• Prepare monthly cash flow and operating forecasts as well as lead the annual budgeting process for the division.
• Perform variance analysis of results compared to budget, prior year, and regular forecasts - on a summary and detailed level.
• Co-ordinate inventory transactions and ensure controls over inventory / asset management are in place and effective, including supervising inventory counts.
• Ensure compliance with applicable sales and use taxes as well as assist in preparation of income tax packages.
• Review business processes, provide recommendations for improvement and implement improvement initiatives. Help implement cost-effective procedures and production improvements based on recommendations.
• Implement working capital initiatives to effectively manage divisional cash flow.
• Work closely with AGI team members and external auditors or accountants, as required.
• Act as an effective performance coach and supervisor to all office team members that report to this position.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary education in accounting or finance. Accounting designation required.
• 5-10 years of work experience in accounting, preference may be given to those with manufacturing or cost accounting experience.
• Experience supervising accounting functions and/or team members.
• Experience with ERP/MRP implementations is an asset.
• Communicate effectively both verbal and written.
• Ability to prepare, review and maintain all accounting functions.
• Ability to delegate appropriate responsibility and authority to area team members.
• Excellent organization and prioritization skills.
• Experience in the administration and maintenance of accounting systems and processes.
• Proven ability to build strong working relationships both internal and external to the organization.
• Ability to problem-solve and make sound recommendations pertaining to organization effectiveness.
• Proficient with Microsoft office (Excel, Power Point, Outlook, Teams), Power BI

AGI is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit and business need.

Accommodations are available upon request for candidates with a disability taking part in the recruitment process and once hired.

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