Job Description

The Plant Controller reports to the Finance Director and will be a key member of the Welland Plant Management Team. The Plant Controller is responsible for all financial aspects on site, including maintaining accurate financial records, budgeting, forecasting, analyzing and reviewing financial performance at the Welland facility. The Plant Controller is expected to use their knowledge of the financials to drive the Plant performance by helping to set and achieve financial targets. The Plant Controller will also be responsible for developing and maintaining Plant-level financial controls and monitoring compliance with all accounting policies.

At INNIO, we offer you:

An innovative and international connected working environment Flexible working model and structure Comprehensive benefits package Tuition reimbursement Company matched RRSP program Onsite gym facility An upbeat atmosphere with a collaborative cross-functional team

Essential Responsibilities

Provide financial support to Welland site leaders Execute Factory finance responsibilities in close cooperation with Welland and Waukesha management teams including: Budgeting, forecasting, analysis, and reporting Analyze variances and proactively communicate explanations to management with recommended actions Align plant productivity with transparent financial targets Implement and track cost and working capital optimization programs Assist the Welland team in development of capital project financial justifications. Create transparency on all factory spend categories like Tools, Supplies, Maintenance, Scrap, Rework, Purchased Services and implement optimization programs Have site leadership for the Welland finance team, evaluate and coach existing team, build a high performance finance team Provide proactive consultation, interpretation and education of complex financial and operational matters to various departmental leaders used to drive business decisions Monitor and implement plant internal controls (in conjunction with corporate policies) as necessary to ensure reporting integrity, safeguard company assets, and identify risks Manage internal and external audits of the Welland facility Determine and maintain all accounting principles and processes and ensure compliance to IFRS/ US GAAP regulations. Implement a controls-based approach to all financial processes

Qualifications/Requirements

Bachelor or Master's Degree in Accounting or Finance Minimum 8 years of accounting or finance experience in a complex environment in a Plant Controller or Public Accounting role Oracle experience is a plus Advanced skills in the Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Access, PowerPoint) Knowledge of budgeting and forecasting techniques as well as proficiency with financial statement analysis and projection Strong knowledge of IFRS/ US GAAP Strong oral and written communication skills Ability to work autonomously Ability to anticipate, identify, and resolve complex financial issues while managing multiple tasks Extensive knowledge of business operations * Ability to travel up to 10%