Operations Controller in Calgary, Alberta

Aston Carter’s large manufacturing client in Calgary is seeking a permanent Controller to join their team. The Operations Controller is a 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 strong experience in accounting and finance, with 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 audit for all operation. Collaborate with internal and external auditors to facilitate audits and address any findings or recommendations.

-Support ad-hoc financial analysis and special projects as needed to drive business objectives and strategic initiatives.

Additional Skills & Qualifications:

Must Haves:

• CPA designation

• 8+ years of controllership or management experience

• Experience within a multi-entity environment (consolidations, multi-currency)

• Intermediate- advanced experience with MS Excel, power query, power BI

-Must have manufacturing experience

Nice to Have:

• Experience with IFS or Visual

Experience Level:

Expert Level

À propos d’Aston Carter:

Aston Carter fournit des solutions de talent de classe mondiale à des milliers de clients à travers le monde. Spécialisés dans la comptabilité, la finance, les ressources humaines, l’acquisition de talents, la chaîne d’approvisionnement et certaines professions administratives, nous étendons les capacités des entreprises à la pointe de l’industrie. Nous nous appuyons sur notre profonde expertise en matière de recrutement et sur notre réseau expansif pour répondre aux besoins évolutifs de nos clients et de notre communauté de talents avec agilité et excellence. Avec des bureaux aux États-Unis, au Canada, en Asie-Pacifique et en Europe, Aston Carter est au service d’un grand nombre d’entreprises du Fortune 500. Nous sommes fiers d’avoir remporté le double diamant ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® pour notre service aux clients et aux talents.

La diversité, l’équité et l’inclusion

Chez Aston Carter, la diversité et l’inclusion constituent le pont vers l’équité et la réussite de notre personnel. La diversité, l’équité et l’inclusion (DE&I) sont ancrées dans notre culture par :

• L’embauche des talents diversifiés ;

• Le maintien d’un environnement inclusif par une autoréflexion permanente ;

• La mise en place d’une culture de soin, d’engagement, et de reconnaissance par des résultats concrets ;

• L’assurance des opportunités de croissance pour nos gens.

Aston Carter est un employeur souscrivant au principe de l’égalité des chances et accepte toutes les candidatures sans tenir compte de la race, du sexe, de l’âge, de la couleur, de la religion, des origines nationales, du statut d’ancien combattant, d’un handicap, de l’orientation sexuelle, de l’identité sexuelle, des renseignements génétiques ou de toute autre caractéristique protégée par la loi.

Si vous souhaitez faire une demande d’accommodement raisonnable, tel que la modification ou l’ajustement du processus de demande d’emploi ou d’entrevue à cause d’un handicap, veuillez envoyer un courriel à [email protected] (%[email protected]) pour connaître d’autres options d’accommodement.

About Aston Carter:

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Aston Carter, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent

• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection

• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes

• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.