Assistant Controller
Apply NowCompany: AV Gauge & Fixture, Inc.
Location: Oldcastle, ON N9G 0B8
Description:
COMPANY OVERVIEW
Established in 1985, AV Gauge & Automation has steadily grown to be a leader and international benchmark supplier of custom quality control solutions. Over 300 highly skilled people are employed across our multiple full service, vertically integrated facilities in Canada, the United States and Mexico. With long-term strategic partners in India, Asia and Europe we are global in scope and local to you. We empower our people to explore, develop and implement the latest technologies to improve production, inspection and assembly processes. Our vast experience, size and capabilities, along with strong OEM relationships, position AV Gauge & Automation to successfully exceed the highest of customer requirements and expectations.
DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES
Examining and analyzing accounting and financial records, documents, and systems to ensure accuracy and compliance with established accounting standards, procedures, and internal controls
Developing and implementing accounting policies and procedures to ensure accurate financial reporting
Providing leadership, training, and development to finance and accounting staff
Responsible for providing monthly, quarterly, and year-end analyses and coordinating or assisting with the budget and forecasting process
Prepares balance sheet reconciliations, financial analysis and commentary
Support the design and creation of standard and ad-hoc reports, KPI tools and dashboards
Monitor administrative procedures and delegate tasks
Highlight any control weaknesses and areas for improvement.
Provide external auditors with required financial information in order to ensure compliance with ASPE.
Adhere to all company and ISO standards.
Other duties as assigned.
REQUIRED SKILLS & ABILITIES
Excellent ability to lead a team and mentor.
Strong attention to detail.
Excellent decision-making skills using a risk-to-reward approach.
Ability to meet deadlines and deal with issues in a diplomatic and positive manner
Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to work quickly, effectively, and multi-task.
Competency in Microsoft Dynamics - NAV would be considered an asset.
Competency in Microsoft applications including Word, Excel would be considered an asset.
Ability to work overtime if needed and/or work flexible shifts.
REQUIRED EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
Completion of a bachelor's degree with a focus in accounting is preferred.
CPA designation
5+ years of experience in finance and/or accounting within a manufacturing setting is considered an asset.
3+ years of experience in a similar leadership role or equivalent is preferred.
Established in 1985, AV Gauge & Automation has steadily grown to be a leader and international benchmark supplier of custom quality control solutions. Over 300 highly skilled people are employed across our multiple full service, vertically integrated facilities in Canada, the United States and Mexico. With long-term strategic partners in India, Asia and Europe we are global in scope and local to you. We empower our people to explore, develop and implement the latest technologies to improve production, inspection and assembly processes. Our vast experience, size and capabilities, along with strong OEM relationships, position AV Gauge & Automation to successfully exceed the highest of customer requirements and expectations.
DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES
Examining and analyzing accounting and financial records, documents, and systems to ensure accuracy and compliance with established accounting standards, procedures, and internal controls
Developing and implementing accounting policies and procedures to ensure accurate financial reporting
Providing leadership, training, and development to finance and accounting staff
Responsible for providing monthly, quarterly, and year-end analyses and coordinating or assisting with the budget and forecasting process
Prepares balance sheet reconciliations, financial analysis and commentary
Support the design and creation of standard and ad-hoc reports, KPI tools and dashboards
Monitor administrative procedures and delegate tasks
Highlight any control weaknesses and areas for improvement.
Provide external auditors with required financial information in order to ensure compliance with ASPE.
Adhere to all company and ISO standards.
Other duties as assigned.
REQUIRED SKILLS & ABILITIES
Excellent ability to lead a team and mentor.
Strong attention to detail.
Excellent decision-making skills using a risk-to-reward approach.
Ability to meet deadlines and deal with issues in a diplomatic and positive manner
Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to work quickly, effectively, and multi-task.
Competency in Microsoft Dynamics - NAV would be considered an asset.
Competency in Microsoft applications including Word, Excel would be considered an asset.
Ability to work overtime if needed and/or work flexible shifts.
REQUIRED EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
Completion of a bachelor's degree with a focus in accounting is preferred.
CPA designation
5+ years of experience in finance and/or accounting within a manufacturing setting is considered an asset.
3+ years of experience in a similar leadership role or equivalent is preferred.