It director Jobs in Aylmer, ON

Our purpose is simple: To enrich the lives of our partners. Steelway is committed to providing our customers with the highest quality products and services available today, and we believe that commitment begins with hiring the best people.

The Controller is responsible for the leadership of the finance personnel and oversees all activities of the finance department. The Controller will lead, inspire, build, and motivate a high-performance team that delivers on our higher purpose – ‘Enriching the lives of our partners’ and influence behavior to create a culture of excellence.

As a member of the finance team and as a new Steelway family member, you will join a diverse, dynamic group of highly motivated individuals that bring with them a wide array of talents, skills, and backgrounds.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Manage and direct the Finance Department personnel to ensure that the financial reporting and controls are performed in a timely, accurate, and complete manner.
• Dependably demonstrates a relentless obsession with our higher purpose, values alignment, and our employee centered culture.
• Mentor and coach team members to develop their skills and potential, and provide ongoing feedback and performance evaluations.
• Develop and implement long-term strategies for the finance department that align with the company's overall goals and objectives.
  
• Preparation of accurate monthly and year-end financial reporting for external and internal stakeholders.
  
• Managing and overseeing the daily operations of the finance department including payroll, collections, banking, and taxes.
  
• Oversee the Accounts Receivable/Payable Coordinator to ensure invoices are processed, collected, and paid on a timely and accurate basis.
  
• Work with the Assistant Controller and Partner Experience to ensure that employees are paid timely and accurately.
• Estimate and review manufacturing costs to assist the Business Development team in preparing meaningful quotes and projections.
• Coordinate the preparation of the company’s annual budget.
• Maintaining the books and records.
• Maintaining and implementing internal controls.
• Maintain compliance with government agencies.
• Prepare year-end financial statements and year-end packages for external accountants.
  
• Update accounting procedures & policies as required.
  
• Participate and actively contribute finance recommendations on the implementation of an ERP system.
• Foster a culture of innovation and continuous improvement by encouraging team members to suggest new ideas and processes that can enhance efficiency and productivity.
  

WHAT YOU WILL NEED

• Bachelor’s Degree in Finance / Accounting, Business Administration or related field
• Professional accounting designation (CPA)
• Minimum of 5-7 years management experience
• Thorough knowledge of accounting policies, computerized accounting systems, and job costing.
• Exceptional people leadership skills and a history of developing high performing teams.
• Strategic-minded person who is also hands-on and highly focused on details.
• Highly organized and able to work in a dynamic and fast paced environment.
• Ability to adapt and manage competing priorities and deadlines.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills to communicate with all levels of the organization.
• Excellent interpersonal and problem-solving skills.
• Solid project management skills and ability to lead cross-functional initiatives.
• A culture-focused team player who is collaborative and diplomatic.
• Proficient in Microsoft (Excel, Word, PowerPoint etc.)
• Experienced in a computerized manufacturing accounting environment preferred.
• Experience with system implementation preferred.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Competitive wages
• Comprehensive benefits package including a health spending account
• RRSP Program
• Profit Sharing Program
• Ability to work remotely (part-time)
• Monthly employee appreciation lunch
• Family, friendly environment

Steelway Building Systems provides accommodations to job applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process. If a job applicant requires an accommodation during the application process or through the selection process, the hiring manager and the Director, of Human resources will work with the applicant to meet the job applicant’s accommodation needs.