Operations Controller (Internal/Operations Audit) POST NUMBER: 482804

About the Company
Our client is an aluminum extrusion manufacturer. They are looking for an Operations Controller (Internal/Operations Audit) to join their team!

Why Work Here

• Strong level of independence and autonomy with a f lexible work schedule
• Competitive compensation package inclusive of annual bonus and RRSP matching
• Stable and growing organization

About the Opportunity

• Understand and document plant operations by conducting process walkthroughs and job shadowing of key personnel.
• Identify risks and weaknesses in production workflows, inventory handling, and cost controls.
• Recommend and support implementation of corrective actions, policies, and procedures to improve financial integrity and efficiency.
• Conduct financial internal control testing across business units independently, including planning and sampling.
• Use automated audit techniques and data reporting tools to analyze large volumes of operational and financial data.
• Compare operational procedures across plants, recommending best practices for:
• Cost accounting
• Inventory controls
• Production processes
• Collaborate cross-functionally with department managers to communicate findings and develop action plans.

About You

• Minimum 5 years of manufacturing experience is essential.
• CPA designation or currently in the final stages of the program.
• Experience with strong controls and internal/operational audit
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Technically proficient in financial and audit software and able to learn new systems quickly.
• Must be self-directed and comfortable working independently in a fast-paced and dynamic manufacturing setting.
• Must be comfortable working on the shop floor, observing production, and interacting with frontline personnel.
• Strong financial background who thrives in manufacturing environments.
• A critical thinker and proactive analyst who can identify gaps, recommend improvements, and follow through on execution.
• Comfortable being a hands-on contributor rather than managing others.
• Able to travel domestically and internationally, with a valid passport.

Salary Range
$125,000 - $145,000 / year

How to Apply
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This position for employment is for a current vacancy with Vaco/Highspring’s client. You must currently reside within the Greater Toronto Area and be permitted to work in Canada to be considered for this opportunity. A recruiter will be in touch with you if your profile meets our client’s requirements for this role.

Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco/Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to the individual’s skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, office location and other geographic considerations, as well as other business and organizational needs. With that said, as required by local law in geographies that require salary range disclosure, Vaco/Highspring notes the salary range for the role is noted in this job posting. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, and can participate in medical, dental, and vision benefits as well as the company’s 401(k) retirement plan. Additional disclaimer: Unless otherwise noted in the job description, the position Vaco/Highspring is filing for is occupied. Please note, however, that Vaco/Highspring is regularly asked to provide talent to other organizations. By submitting to this position, you are agreeing to be included in our talent pool for future hiring for similarly qualified positions. Submissions to this position are subject to the use of AI to perform preliminary candidate screenings, focused on ensuring minimum job requirements noted in the position are satisfied. Further assessment of candidates beyond this initial phase within Vaco/Highspring will be otherwise assessed by recruiters and hiring managers. Vaco/Highspring does not have knowledge of the tools used by its clients in making final hiring decisions and cannot opine on their use of AI products.