Plant Controller
Job in
North York, Toronto, Ontario, M5A, Canada
Listing for:
Winters Technical Staffing
Full Time
position
Listed on 2026-03-09
Job specializations:
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Finance & Banking
Financial Manager, Corporate Finance
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Management
Financial Manager
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Location: North YorkPlant Controller
Job Description
Our client located in Toronto, Ontario is currently seeking a Plant Controller.
Dayshift
Salary- $K
Position
Description:
The Plant Controller is the financial leader of the manufacturing facility, accountable for safeguarding assets, ensuring the accuracy of plant financial reporting, and providing actionable insights that directly improve P&L results and cash flow. This role partners closely with plant management to enhance profitability, improve cost controls, accelerate operational efficiency, and deliver measurable financial outcomes, while ensuring compliance with corporate and regulatory requirements.
dUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Financial Reporting & Controls
Ensure timely and accurate reporting of monthly, quarterly, and annual plant financial results in accordance with Canadian GAAP (ASPE) and corporate standards.Oversee cost accounting, inventory valuation, and standard costing processes to ensure accuracy and transparency.Maintain strong internal control environment and compliance with corporate/business internal policies, audit standards, and safeguarding of plant assets.Accountable for early identification and resolution of risks or discrepancies that could materially affect reported financialsFinancial Planning & Analysis
Lead plant budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning, ensuring alignment with company objectives and measurable plant performance targets.Provide clear, actionable analysis of variances and trends that directly inform operational decision-making and drive corrective actions.Evaluate, prioritize, and track financial impact of cost savings initiatives, capital investment projects, and productivity improvements.Own delivery of plant-level cash flow visibility and forecasting accuracy, including proactive working capital management.Operational Partnership
Act as a strategic business partner to the Director of Operations and senior leadership teamProvide financial guidance that results in improved margins, reduced waste, and achievement of plant productivity goals.Support lean manufacturing, continuous improvement, and efficiency projects with value-focused financial analysis and business cases.Monitor and report on key performance indicators (KPIs), linking financial performance with operational drivers and holding functions accountable to achieve targets.Inventory and Cost Management
Ensure accurate tracking, valuation, and reporting of raw materials, WIP, and finished goods inventory.Lead the physical inventory and cycle counting processes, ensuring variances are explained, contained, and prevented going forward.Oversee cost roll-ups, bills of material, and program specific labor/overhead rate setting to ensure accurate product costing and accountability for margin realization vs. planned.Compliance, Audit and Risk Management
Ensure compliance with tax, government, and corporate reporting requirements at the business unit level.Support external and internal audit processes, ensuring timely and accurate responses.Identify financial risks and recommend mitigation strategies with ownership of follow-through until risk is remediated.Team Leadership & Development
Lead, mentor, and develop finance team members to ensure high performance and career growth.Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement within the finance function.Build trust and credibility with cross-functional leaders by consistently delivering financially grounded recommendations that drive resultsHold team members accountable to results-oriented deliverables, not just task completion.hEALTH AND SAFETY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Work in compliance with the provisions of the Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA
), regulations, and internal health and safety policies and proceduresHelp create a healthy work environment by not condoning, participating in or reporting, as you become aware, any harassment, discrimination, gossiping or unfair treatment of anyoneReport any defective equipment or protective device which could endanger someoneReport any contravention of the OHSA regulations, or General Donlee Limited safety policies and procedures by another employeeDO NOT use or operate any equipment, machine, device or thing or otherwise work in a manner that may endanger anyoneDO NOT engage in any prank, contest, feat of strength, unnecessary running or rough and boisterous conductKnow, understand and implement safe work practices and proceduresKnow, understand and employ established rules and procedures for handling materials, equipment and processes use proper lifting techniques, etc.)Use equipment and materials only in the manner intendedAttend required safety training programs and apply knowledge gained from these training sessionsWork in compliance with the provisions of the Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA
), regulations, and internal health and safety policies and proceduresRequirements
EDUCATION:
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business…
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