Our client is seeking a Chief Financial Officer to lead all financial affairs for their Canadian manufacturing operations, based out of their Lethbridge facility. This role acts as a strategic business partner to the Plant Manager and plays a key role in supporting operational and financial decision-making. The ideal candidate thrives in a performance-driven environment, enjoys implementing and improving processes, and brings a strong sense of accountability and momentum when financial targets are achieved.
What’s in it for You?
- Extended Benefits Program
- RSP Matching
- Relocation allowance
Compensation & Hours:
- The rate of pay will be $150K/year plus bonus
- Monday through Friday, daytime hours with occasional overtime expectations
Position Summary:
- Lead financial compliance and reporting, including GAAP (U.S. & Canadian), tax filings, payroll, and regulatory requirements
- Partner with the leadership team to support strategic planning, business growth, and continuous improvement initiatives
- Build, mentor, and develop a high-performing accounting team, including performance management and succession planning
- Oversee core accounting operations, including AR/AP, general ledger, reconciliations, payroll across multiple provinces, and month-end/year-end close
- Manage financial forecasting, budgeting, variance analysis, and analytical reporting to support informed business decisions
- Establish, maintain, and audit strong financial controls, processes, and documentation to ensure accuracy, timeliness, and compliance
Required Qualifications:
- CPA designation
- Successful candidate must have a minimum post-secondary education of bachelor’s degree in finance or accounting
- Minimum of 10 years’ finance or accounting experience, preferably within a manufacturing setting
- Minimum of 5 years’ controller experience, preferably within a manufacturing setting
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to lead, influence, and collaborate effectively
- Proven organizational, time-management, and analytical skills with a sharp eye for detail
- Advanced problem-solving abilities, including root-cause analysis and familiarity with lean management principles
- Solid financial acumen, including GAAP (Canada & U.S.), forecasting, variance analysis, and financial reporting
- High level of technical proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other reporting tools
- Self-starter mindset with a demonstrated ability to seek improvements, support internal audits, and thrive in a manufacturing or standard-costing environment
Bonus Points For:
- Experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment with hands-on exposure to plant operations
- Strong understanding of standard costing, inventory valuation, WIP, and variance analysis
- Proven ability to partner with Plant Managers and Operations teams to drive cost control and efficiency
- Familiarity with production KPIs, yield, scrap, and labour efficiency metrics
- ERP experience in a manufacturing setting (Oracle, JDE, or similar), including system-driven reporting and controls
Right People. Right Seat.
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