Assistant controller

The Biologics Manufacturing Center (BMC) Inc. is a new biomanufacturing facility created in response to the pandemic. A not-for-profit organization, the BMC aims to better meet the biopharmaceutical needs of Canadians. The BMC helps support projects of public interest, actively contributes to the overall growth and resilience of the Canadian life sciences industry and fosters industry development and innovation through Canadian production. Backed by a committed and innovative team of employees, the BMC fosters a culture of agility and transparency, with a collaborative, result-oriented approach.

We are looking for an Assistant Controller who will contribute to the sound financial management of the organization through a unique combination of responsibilities, ranging from day-to-day operations to more strategic mandates. This role is part of a small team and reports directly to the CFO. Our accounting and finance department is actively working to consolidate its foundations, and the incumbent will play a key role in this evolution.

The Assistant Controller will have the following responsibilities:

• Financial closing and analysis
• Produce month-ends, including accruals and complex entries.
• Prepare and analyze monthly comparative and forecast financial statements.
• Monitor budgets, analyze variances and participate in the financial forecasting process.
• Produce management analyses and reports, including monitoring performance indicators.
• Participate in the preparation of the annual budget.
• Accounting operations and control
• Perform accounting transactions, balance sheet account reconciliations.
• Ensure compliance of operational transactions and proper management of inventories.
• Manage the supplier payment approval process and coordinate payment production.
• Monitor overdue accounts and direct payment transactions.
• Produce regulatory and government declarations.
• Audit and compliance
• Prepare audit file and collaborate on internal and external audits.
• Support the implementation of procedures and new internal controls.
• Ensure that accounting documents are up-to-date and accurate (accounts receivable and payable, bank transactions, periodic reports).
• Continuous improvement and special projects
• Participate in the optimization of accounting processes.
• Contribute to continuous improvement projects for the department

This role matches your career aspirations? We want to receive your resume if:

• You have a bachelor's degree in accounting or finance.
• You have at least 5 years' experience in accounting, including 3 years with the full accounting cycle.
• A combination of relevant training and experience may be considered.
• Your career path has enabled you to develop your skills in accounting analysis and controls as a result of the increasing complexity of the responsibilities entrusted to you.
• You have an advanced command of MS Excel.
• You can easily communicate in French with employees and local vendors.

The BMC, an employer offering what's important to you

• A flexible schedule and telework
• A competitive salary commensurate with your skills
• A bonus program to reward your contribution to the BMC's objectives
• An attractive vacation and leave program
• A group RRSP with a generous contribution from the BMC
• A comprehensive insurance plan including telemedicine
• A culture of transparency, notably with our monthly corporate meetings
• A respectful and friendly work environment
• A new building with state-of-the-art equipment
• An opportunity to participate in our various life committees (social club, employee committee, OHS committee, etc.)
• A host of activities throughout the year to socialize with your colleagues, recognize team successes and improve your knowledge.
• Free on-site parking.

The BMC, an organization like no other

• Our team is made up of talented, committed individuals with diverse backgrounds.
• We aim to develop, share and transmit knowledge
• Our NPO status enables us to reinvest every dollar of profit back into the organization
• Our human scale empowers all our employees to participate in driving the company forward
• Our economic positioning is unique in our industry
• Our social mission is extraordinary

The BMC, a key player in Canadian biotech production

The BMC is a new facility in the heart of Montreal, completed in June 2021. It supports the growth of the country's biologics production capacity, ensuring that vaccines and other related products can be manufactured safely, right here at home. Thanks to its state-of-the-art facilities and the knowledge of its team, the BMC can produce biopharmaceutical products such as viral vector, protein subunit and virus-like particle vaccines, as well as other biological products. It is a key player in Canada's ability to respond rapidly to future national and global health emergencies.