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Financial Controller

No. 579
October 27, 2026
Location
Montreal-Est
Salary
$100,000 to $130,000 per year, depending on experience
Job category
Accounting - Finance
Type of job
Permanent
Schedule
Full-time, day shift; workday ends at noon on Fridays.
For over 50 years, our client has built its success on recognized manufacturing expertise, a family-oriented culture, and a constant drive for innovation. Specializing in the manufacturing of high-end cabinetry, the company continues to invest in its facilities to grow and remain at the forefront of its industry. Reporting to the Finance Director and supported by a small team of technicians, the Financial Controller oversees the entire accounting cycle, ensures the quality of financial deliverables, and supports management through thorough analysis, practical recommendations, and proactive risk management.

Tasks

  • Supervise, support, and develop members of the accounting team, establish priorities, and ensure the quality of work and compliance with deadlines.
  • Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual closings, prepare financial statements, analyze variances, and ensure data integrity in Oracle.
  • Oversee accounting for affiliated companies, intercompany transactions, reconciliations, and consolidations, while standardizing practices and controls.
  • Strengthen internal controls, coordinate audits and tax obligations, and prepare management reports, key indicators, and recommendations to support decision-making.
  • Analyze manufacturing costs, purchasing, inventory, margins, and profitability by product, project, or client, and recommend optimization measures.
  • Lead budgets and forecasts, explain variances, and prepare profitability, investment, and financing scenarios.
  • Monitor cash flow, working capital, and cash forecasts, and support banking relationships and financing needs.
  • Coordinate commercial insurance activities, including renewals, requests for proposals, coverage analysis, negotiation of terms, and claims follow-up.
  • Manage the safety committee, maintain applicable controls for sites and the supply chain, and coordinate audits, corrective actions, and training.
  • Structure and improve accounting processes, reduce manual tasks, and optimize data quality and the use of Oracle.
  • Identify applicable grants, tax credits, and financing programs, and coordinate applications and financial follow-ups.
  • Participate in investment, acquisition, and transformation projects, as well as other responsibilities assigned by management.
  • Perform any other related duties.
  • If you are ready to take on new challenges, we want to meet you!

Advantages

  • Join a well-established, reputable, and growing organization.
  • Work in a professional and collaborative environment where everyone is recognized and respected.
  • Participate in a variety of projects that encourage continuous skills development.
  • Receive competitive compensation based on experience.
  • Enjoy four weeks of annual vacation and a work schedule ending at noon on Fridays.
  • Access a group insurance plan and an employee assistance program.
  • Receive reimbursement for professional membership fees with the CPA Order.
  • Free on-site parking.

Job requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or an equivalent field; CPA designation preferred.
  • Significant experience in financial control and management accounting, ideally in a manufacturing environment; multi-entity experience is an asset.
  • Advanced proficiency in Excel and experience with Oracle; good understanding of ERP systems, financial reporting, and internal controls.
  • Functional proficiency in both French and English, spoken and written, to communicate with English-speaking partners.
  • Ability to lead and engage a team, along with attention to detail, autonomy, analytical skills, strong prioritization skills, and the ability to manage multiple files simultaneously.

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