Plant Controller - Cowansville

Join Amrize as a Plant Controller and help construct what's next. If you're ready to put your skills to work on projects that matter - and build a career with a company that's building North America - we want to hear from you!

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Controller is the Business Partner to assist in the development and implementation of product line objectives and strategies and ensure there is an effective control in the financial management reporting systems. This role will primarily support the cement product line. This Product Line focused role will provide the Product Line Finance Directors and Operating Managers with full and appropriate financial management information and strategic support including budgeting and forecasting. This position is responsible for ensuring accurate financial reporting and works to improve understanding of key business drivers and maximize results. Identification and implementation of best practices comprise a key component of this role.

WHAT YOU'LL ACCOMPLISH

• Financial Analysis: Provide financial support to senior management (i.e. VP/GM, Finance Director, General Managers, Plant Managers, etc.), review and analyze financial results and identify areas for improvement. Interpret events and activities from a financial perspective (monthly, quarterly, and annually). Analyze and provide recommendations.
• Financial Planning & Modelling: Assist in all Financial Planning activities concerning monthly forecast and Mid-Term plan. Perform financial modeling and quantitative analysis of information. Coordinate and assist with financial planning activities with respect to annual budgets and mid-term plans (MTP). Provide financial guidance and support to operational teams as required.
• Financial Reporting: Represent finance on cross functional/regional projects and initiatives. Prepare monthly journal entries as required. Work closely with the business to prepare monthly forecasts and annual budgets. Provide informative, timely, and reliable financial information for local Senior Leaders and Product Line Finance Director. Manage accounting and reporting functions at market area level, prepare management reports and presentations as well as overseeing accounting and reporting. Coordinate and assist with month-end market financial review. Reconciliation of asset and liability accounts (inventory, reserves, working capital, clearing accounts).
• Financial Compliance: Maintain financial and accounting controls and oversee adherence to company policies. Focus on maximizing efficiency and standardization of processes across the various product lines. Work with the finance team in Eastern Canada to drive standardization of activities across the product lines. Oversee adherence to company policies and be a change agent for process and system improvements.
• Inventory and Fixed Assets Management: Oversee and manage inventory and fixed assets through balances review and reconciliation of survey results to physical.
• Process Optimization: Focus on maximizing efficiency and standardization of processes across all markets and plants. Drive process and system improvements across product line. Liaise with Service Centers to ensure collaborative achievement of Finance objectives. Maintain proper financial and accounting controls, internal controls and adherence to company policies. Ad hoc requests as needed.
• Demonstrate a commitment to communicating, improving and adhering to health, safety and environmental policies in all work environments and areas. Promote a culture of safety and exhibit these behaviours.

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

• Education: University Degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business.
• Required Work Experience: At least 5 years of financial management experience with increasing responsibility and complex roles.
• Required Training/Certifications: Professional accounting designation required (CMA, CGA, CPA, or CA).
• Required Technical Skills: MS Office, Google Suite, SAP.
• Travel Requirements: 25%

Additional Requirements:

• IFRS / US GAAP knowledge, an asset.
• Demonstrated financial/business analysis/cost control skills.
• Detailed knowledge of Amrize plant operations an asset.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication and leadership skills.
• Strong ability to influence with and without authority.
• Bilingualism in French and English, both written and spoken. Knowledge of English is required, as the incumbent must communicate regularly with clients and suppliers of goods and/or services along with team members or support functions outside Quebec.
• Successful candidates must adhere to all safety protocols and proper use of Amrize approved Personal Protection Equipment ("PPE"), including but not limited to respirators. Employees that are required to wear respirators must be clean shaven where the respirator seal meets the face in order to pass the qualitative and quantitative fit tests.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Flexible Health & Dental benefits coverage for you and your dependents, effective day one.
• A generous Pension Plan designed to support you through various stages of your career and life.
• Access to voluntary programs like RRSP and TFSA for future financial planning.
• Healthy Living support through an Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP), offering confidential assistance for work, health, or life challenges.
• Easy access to mental health and well-being support.
• Service recognition awards to celebrate your contributions.
• Perks & discounts on a variety of products and services.
• Access to online learning platforms, financial educational assistance, and a culture that fosters career growth and opportunities.
• Financial support for new parents beyond statutory benefits.
• An inclusive and welcoming environment where everyone can be themselves.
• A collaborative work culture in a supportive and team-oriented work environment.
• Company-provided personal protective equipment ensuring your safety and comfort on the job.
• A flexible work schedule to help you balance professional and personal responsibilities.

Amrize is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

BUILDING INCLUSIVE WORKSPACES
At Amrize, there is endless opportunity for you to play your part. Whether you're in a technical, managerial, or frontline role, you can shape a career that works for you. We're seeking builders, creative thinkers and innovators. Come put your expertise to work while developing the knowledge and skills to drive your career forward. With us you'll have the chance to build your ambition!

Amrize North America Inc. takes pride in our hiring processes and our commitment that all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, ethnicity, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, parental status, genetic information, citizenship, physical or mental disability, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law. Amrize North America Inc, and its respective subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity Employers, deciding all employment on the basis of qualification, merit and business need. Amrize Canada Inc. is committed to the principles of employment equity and encourages the applications from women, visible minorities, and persons with disabilities. Amrize North America Inc. participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States.

In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request accommodation in order to apply for a position with us, please email View email address on publisher.sourcingsquare.com . This email address should only be used for accommodations and not general inquiries or resume submittals. In Ontario, our organization/business is committed to fulfilling our requirements under the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. Under the Act, accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

While we sincerely appreciate all applications, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

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