Canada Assistant Controller

Job Responsibility: Prysmian is the world leader in the energy and telecom cable systems industry. Each year, the company manufactures thousands of kilometers of underground and submarine cables and systems for power transmission and distribution, as well as medium low voltage cables for the construction and infrastructure sectors. We also produce a comprehensive range of optical fibers, copper cables and connectivity for voice, video and data transmission for the telecommunication sector. We are 30,000 employees, across 50+ countries. Everyone at Prysmian has the potential to make their mark; because whatever you do, wherever you are based, you will be part of a company that is helping transform the world around us. Team Overview and Job responsibilities The Controlling Support Specialist (Assistant Controller) will report directly to the Canada Accounting Senior Manager and will play a critical role in analyzing and communicating financial performance to management. This position is essential in supporting sales and plant operations as well as collaborating with various departments to develop strategic and business plans. The specialist will be responsible for conducting variance analysis, understanding the root causes of variances, and providing financial analysis on business initiatives, particularly for Canadian teams. Key Responsibilities Financial Analysis and Reporting:

• Analyze and report P&L and KPIs
• Communicate financial results and insights to management effectively.
• Prepare detailed profitability and variance analysis, identify underlying causes, and propose corrective actions.

Collaboration and Strategic Planning:

• Work collaboratively with other departments to support the development and implementation of strategic and business plans.
• Act as a key business partner for Canadian teams, providing financial analysis on business initiatives and identifying improvement opportunities.

Operational Support:

• Support plant operations with financial analysis and insights.
• Assist in the root cause analysis of operational and financial issues, recommending actionable solutions.

Continuous Improvement:

• Continuously seek ways to improve financial processes and reporting.
• Provide recommendations to enhance financial performance and operational efficiency.

Who are we looking for? Required qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field.
• Proven experience in financial analysis, preferably in a manufacturing or plant operations environment.
• Strong understanding of financial statements, contribution margin analysis, and variance analysis.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to present complex financial data to management.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a keen attention to detail.
• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
• Proficiency in financial software and Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• Experience with SAP

Preferred qualifications:

• CPA Designation (or working towards)
• Experience with BI tools considered an asset

Key Competencies

• Analytical Thinking: Ability to analyze complex financial data and provide actionable insights.
• Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills for effective reporting and collaboration.
• Problem Solving: Capable of conducting thorough root cause analysis and developing practical solutions.
• Collaboration: Effective in working with diverse teams and departments to achieve common goals.
• Initiative: Proactive in identifying improvement opportunities and driving positive change.

Prysmian , as an Equal Opportunity Employer, aims to attract and recruit individuals with diverse backgrounds, skills, and abilities. We strongly believe that diversity brings significant value at all levels of the organization, increasing the possibility of capturing market opportunities and maximizing value for our customers and stakeholders. With Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DE&I) as part of our Social Ambition 2030 and a strategic pillar of our Company culture, Prysmian is committed to the development of an organization that prioritizes talent, where people feel respected, included, and free to fully express their potential just as they are. All Managers and HRs in Prysmian are responsible for ensuring DE&I policies are respected during the recruiting process, as well as recognizing and mitigating unconscious biases that must not influence our selection processes. All persons will be considered for employment without regard to their race, ethnicity, religion, nationality, origin, citizenship status, socio-economic status, age, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, military service or veteran status, pregnancy, parental leave, medical conditions, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. Prysmian will endeavor to make a reasonable accommodation for any disclosed physical or neurological condition or disability of a qualified applicant unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business. Visit our DE&I Page to learn more about Prysmian's commitments. Your application data will be treated according to our Data Protection Policy. If you believe you require assistance to complete this form or to participate in an interview, please let us know.