Our client is a well-established manufacturing organization with a longstanding presence in Southwestern Ontario, is seeking a Controller to join its finance leadership team.The Controller will oversee the organization's accounting, financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, costing, and internal control functions while leading a team of finance professionals.This is a highly visible role that combines technical accounting expertise, people leadership, and business partnering. The successful candidate will work closely with operational leaders and executive management to drive financial performance, support strategic decision-making, and identify opportunities for continuous improvement.Key ResponsibilitiesLead and develop a team of accounting and finance professionalsOversee month-end, quarter-end, and year-end financial reporting processesPrepare and present financial results to senior leadershipManage budgeting, forecasting, and long-range financial planning activitiesAnalyze operational and financial performance and provide meaningful recommendationsMaintain the integrity of financial systems, internal controls, and reporting processesEnsure compliance with accounting standards, corporate policies, and audit requirementsOversee cost accounting, inventory accounting, capital asset management, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll-related activitiesDrive process improvements, reporting enhancements, and cost reduction initiativesPartner with leaders across operations, production, supply chain, and administration to support business objectivesServe as a key contact for internal and external auditorsCPA designation requiredProgressive finance and accounting leadership experience within a manufacturing environmentStrong experience with financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and internal controlsExperience with costing, inventory accounting, capital management,



and financial analysisPrevious leadership experience managing and developing teamsExperience working with integrated ERP systemsAdvanced Excel skillsStrong communication and business partnering capabilitiesThe ideal candidate will be:A hands-on finance leader who enjoys working both strategically and operationallyAn effective people manager who develops talent and builds solid teamsA collaborative business partner capable of influencing stakeholders across the organizationDetail-oriented, analytical, and highly organizedComfortable operating in a fast-paced manufacturing environmentNaturally curious and driven to identify opportunities for improvementAble to communicate financial information clearly to both financial and non-financial audiencesRobert Half is the world's first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at outstanding companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more.This job posting is for a current vacancy with our client.Our specialized recruiting professionals apply their expertise and utilize our proprietary AI to find you great job matches faster.Questions? Call your local office at 1.(phone hidden). All applicants applying for Canadian job openings must be authorized to work in Canada.Only job postings for jobs located in Quebec appear in French.© 2025 Robert Half. By clicking "Apply," you're agreeing to Robert Half's Terms of Use and Privacy Notice.

📌 Controller (St. Thomas)
🏢 Robert Half
📍 St. Thomas