Operations Controller
De Havilland Canada •
Position Type: Permanent
Job Description:
Position Description
The Operations Controller is a senior member of the management team, reporting to the Director of Finance. We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Operations Controller to join our team. The Operations Controller will play a key role in overseeing the accounting and financial reporting functions of our Manufacturing, Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO), Aftermarket and Programs business units. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in accounting and finance and extensive experience in the manufacturing industry.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the accounting and financial operations of the manufacturing, MRO, Programs and Aftermarket business units, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with regulatory standards.
- Manage the development and implementation of financial policies and procedures specific to manufacturing operations, optimizing processes for efficiency and effectiveness.
- Oversee cost accounting activities, including standard costing, variance analysis, and inventory valuation, to support accurate product costing and pricing decisions.
- Collaborate closely with the manufacturing team to analyze production costs, identify cost-saving opportunities, and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
- Manage the rotable pool, overseeing the tracking, maintenance, and replenishment of rotable components to support manufacturing and MRO operations.
- Develop and implement inventory management strategies for the rotable pool, optimizing inventory levels to minimize costs while ensuring availability and reliability.
- Coordinate the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements for all the divisions, providing insightful analysis and commentary on key performance metrics.
- Lead the implementation of ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) systems for manufacturing operations, working closely with IT and external consultants to ensure successful deployment and integration with existing systems.
- Serve as the key liaison between finance and manufacturing departments during ERP implementation, facilitating communication, training, and change management efforts.
- Develop and maintain strong internal controls within the ERP system to safeguard financial data and ensure data integrity across manufacturing processes.
- Provide ongoing support and training to end-users of the ERP system, troubleshooting issues, and optimizing system usage to meet business needs.
- Key point of contact for audits for all operations. Collaborate with internal and external auditors to facilitate audits and address any findings or recommendations.
- Stay informed about emerging trends and technologies in manufacturing and ERP systems, proactively identifying opportunities for innovation and process optimization.
- Support ad-hoc financial analysis and special projects as needed to drive business objectives and strategic initiatives.
- Foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement within the finance and manufacturing teams, promoting knowledge sharing and skill development.
Education
- Post-secondary education in accounting or finance, along with relevant work experience. CPA designation is required.
- Minimum 8 years experience in accounting/finance in a controller or senior manager role with consolidation experience involving multi-currency reporting.
- Minimum 5 years’ experience managing, coaching, and mentoring a team of finance/accounting professionals.
- Previous experience working in a manufacturing environment is considered an asset.
- Previous experience implementing an ERP system is considered an asset.
- Extensive knowledge of accounting and financial management principles and procedures is required.
Skills
- Must possess a high level of moral judgment for handling confidential information and monetary transactions.
- Proven leadership abilities with the capacity to motivate and develop a high-performing team.
- Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to interact effectively with stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
- Strong business intelligence/data analytics skills. Experience creating automated reports and dashboards.
- Advanced knowledge/experience using Microsoft Excel, Access, Power BI, and Power Query.
- Previous experience working with multiple legal entities is a preference.
- Previous experience with ERP software (Visual, IFS is an asset) and the ability to learn new and different ERP software.
- Strong knowledge of auditing, accounting, and corporate finance principles.
- Demonstrated the ability to build strong internal and external business relationships.
- Solution-oriented, customer service-focused, and positive “can-do” team attitude.
- Strong grasp of internal controls and finance procedures and practices.
- Clearly understands how to assess the importance of tasks and decisions and set priorities, focusing time and energy on the most important issues and opportunities.
- Effective attention to detail and a high degree of accuracy.
- Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills are required, along with the demonstrated ability to handle confidential information in a professional manner.
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