We are hiring for the Controller role in our St Thomas office (on-site)!

Come build the future with us! We are looking for a dynamic financial leader who is passionate about managing a market-leading product portfolio that consumers love. Reporting to the CFO of Masco Canada, you will join a rapidly growing and developing team.

In the Controller role, you will provide leadership and coordination of Company accounting, financial reporting, compliance, internal control, and budget management functions.

You will also be a key financial advisor for our dynamic Operations Team in cost accounting and financial planning processes, supporting the development and delivery of the company's short- and long-term objectives.

We are looking for a team player with strong technical accounting knowledge, business acumen, demonstrated leadership and people development, innovative ideas, excellent communication skills, and a drive to win. 

What you will bring: 

• Minimum bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, or related field required, accompanied by a recognized accounting designation (CPA, CA, CMA, CGA).
• Exceptional knowledge of accounting, internal audit, budgeting, and cost control principles, including Canadian and U.S. Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and federal and provincial financial and taxation regulations.
• 10+ years of experience in a senior-level finance or accounting position in a mid-sized manufacturing environment. Experience working with one of the Big 4 accounting firms (Deloitte, PwC, EY, KPMG) is highly desirable.
• Strong operational and cost accounting experience.
• Team player who is able to influence others within the business and functional teams.
• Ability to work under tight timelines in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
• Proficient in Excel and PowerPoint skills and experience working with ERP systems.
• Passion for technology, desire to make meaningful contributions on a team with big inspirations.  
• Proven superior coaching and people management and development skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with comfort in working across functions and with different levels of management.

What you will do: 

• Provide leadership oversight and coordination of Company accounting processes, financial reporting, compliance, internal controls, and budget management functions.
• Plan, organize, and direct the day-to-day activities of General Accounting, AP, AR, and Costing. 
• Drive operating discipline in tracking and analyzing monthly actual P/l, B/S, and cash results vs forecast, risks and opportunities, gap closing processes.
• Report timely, completely & accurately all financial and accounting information, including financial reports required by Company management, Masco Corporation, and regulatory agencies.
• Ensure Company accounting procedures conform with both Canadian and U.S. generally accepted accounting principles and are consistent with Company Accounting Policies.
• Monitor, analyze and explain monthly operating results against budget, forecast, and prior year
• Ensure that all established policies, rules, regulations, and agreements are followed.  Ensures that all department processes and procedures are appropriately documented and complied with
• Support VP of Manufacturing Operations & Engineering and Operations Team in developing financial and cost accounting processes and reporting, as well as financial analysis needed for decision-making
• Maintain an adequate system of accounting records and a comprehensive set of internal controls 
• Administer & monitor various transfer pricing relationships/reporting.  
• Recommends and monitors benchmarks for measuring and improving financial and operating performance.
• Coordinate the various tax compliance reporting, including statutory financial statements, and act as Company representative for any financial and taxation audits, both internal and external
• Review business contracts and agreements with vendors and ensure any accounting and reporting issues are properly identified, addressed, and accounted for under accounting principles and company accounting policies.
• Assist in financial presentations for senior management and multifunctional meetings.
• Keeps abreast of current accounting trends, practices, and regulations.
• Develop and coach the team and build the organizational financial capabilities. 
• Manage and direct team performance, development, recruitment, and retention to accomplish the department's goals and objectives effectively.
• Other assigned responsibilities.

Who You Are: 

• A collaborative team player with strong technical accounting and influencing skills who builds relationships quickly across various stakeholder groups in order to maintain a strong internal control environment and compliance while moving initiatives forward. 
• Action-oriented, comfortable taking calculated risks to serve our customers and business better. 
• Outcome-focused, critical thinker with the ability to analyze and visualize to ensure continuous improvement across our entire organization. 
• A creative and courageous leader who can manage in an environment of change. 
• A difference maker!

What we offer:

• Competitive rewards & compensation
• Defined Contribution Registered Pension Plan (Optional) with employer matching
• Deferred Profit-Sharing Plan (DPSP)
• Benefit Insurance coverage from Day 1 (Health, Dental, Travel Insurance)
• Employee Assistance Program – a platform to help you be happier and healthier and perform your best through health and wellness resources.
• Employee Store, Employee Purchase Program, Dell Discount Program, Goodlife Fitness Discounts, and more!
• 2 Paid Volunteer days for opportunities to support the communities we live and work within
• Masco Canada believes that education leads to self-improvement and recognizes that the skills and knowledge of its employees are critical to the organization's success through our educational assistance program.
• Mentorship Program – join and become a Mentee, Mentor, or Both!
• Committees – Wellness Committee, Masco United (DE&I Committee), Philanthropy Committee
• Employee Resource Groups - EmpowHer and Book Club!

Who We Are:

Masco Canada delivers innovative water solutions to the building and home improvement markets in Canada. We have been inspiring Canadian homes, communities, and lives for more than 100 years. Throughout this journey, our business has remained steadfast in its commitment to strong values and dedicated individuals, striving to enhance the well-being of our team members, customers, and communities alike. With over 600 employees, our diverse and talented workforce drives our continued success and impact.

To learn more about Masco Canada, visit www.mascocanada.com

Company: Masco Canada

Masco Canada (the “Company”) is an equal opportunity employer and we want to have the best available persons in every job. The Company makes employment decisions only based on merit. It is the Company’s policy to prohibit discrimination in any employment opportunity (including but not limited to recruitment, employment, promotion, salary increases, benefits, termination and all other terms and conditions of employment) based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, pregnancy, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, age, physical/mental disability, medical condition, marital/domestic partner status, military and veteran status, height, weight or any other such characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. The Company is committed to complying with all applicable laws providing equal employment opportunities. This commitment applies to all persons involved in the operations of the Company regardless of where the employee is located and prohibits unlawful discrimination by any employee of the Company.