Controller

About the Company

Export Packers Company Limited is a multi-faceted, growth-oriented international food company. Since 1937, this privately owned family company based in Ontario, Canada, has built itself into a global food expert, providing exceptional service and innovative solutions to its industry partners. The company’s success is driven by its dedicated employees' professionalism and entrepreneurial spirit. Our Head office is located in Brampton, Ontario.

Role Summary

The Controller oversees all financial reporting, accounting operations, and compliance for the Export Packers Group of Companies. This role ensures the accuracy and integrity of financial results, manages cash flow and internal controls, and supports strategic decision-making through strong financial insight. The Controller partners closely with senior leadership and cross-functional teams to drive efficiency, implement process improvements, and uphold financial discipline across the organization.

Responsibilities

Financial Reporting & Compliance

• Ensure timely and accurate preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with ASPE
• Lead external reporting for the Export Packers Group of Companies, including consolidation processes
• Provide monthly balance sheet overview and variance analysis, driving increased visibility across the Finance organization
• Coordinate and manage external audits for year-end, commodity taxes, banking, and government requirements
• Prepare materials for and oversee annual audits, liaising with external auditors, and senior management
• Review and analyze monthly and annual tax filings
• Ensure integrity of financial data in compliance with GAAP/ASPE and internal policies, procedures, and controls

Accounting Operations & Process Management

• Provide day-to-day support to the Accounting and Reporting, Accounts Receivable, and Accounts Payable teams
• Oversee the monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes
• Administer the general ledger and ensure balance sheet reconciliations are performed to standards in compliance with internal policy
• Administer, approve, and process travel expenses through SAP Concur
• Manage intercompany transaction analysis and account reconciliations
• Establish and maintain accounting policies and procedures, including reviewing complex accounting areas and approving ERP changes impacting financial reporting
• Lead continuous improvement and change management initiatives that elevate Finance's impact across the organization
• Serve as a member of the ERP implementation core team
• Proactively provide recommendations to management with a focus on standardizing processes and implementing efficiencies

Treasury & Cash Management

• Manage cash operations, including administration of corporate banking and interaction with bank personnel
• Prepare and analyze actual monthly free cash flow and cash reporting for key stakeholders
• Lead forecasting and long-range planning of cash flow, driving increases in net- working capital and maintaining robust forecasting models tied to P&L assumptions
• Support and guide Treasury functions through cash forecasting and reporting
• Oversee FX reporting of multiple currencies, forward contract analysis, and derivative analysis
• Manage transfer pricing activities

Strategic Partnership & Business Advisory

• Support the CFO and VP Finance in strategic initiatives
• Partner with cross-functional teams including FP&A and Sales to provide financial insight and decision support
• Serve as a connector between Finance and other departments, fostering a culture of partnership and shared accountability
• Act as business lead and key advisor on accounting implications of business decisions such as integration of acquired subsidiaries, divestitures, financial system implementations/enhancements, and new accounting standards
• Influence and shape business outcomes by proactively identifying opportunities and risks, and advising senior leadership

Team Management & Talent Development

• Lead, coach, and develop Finance team members to achieve key deliverables
• Support and guide team on career goals and ensure ongoing enhancement of capabilities, talent sustainability, and succession planning
• Set clear goals and performance expectations, promoting a culture of accountability, continuous learning, and high performance
• Foster an inspiring and positive team environment
• Mentor and support peers across Finance, promoting consistency, personal development, innovation, and excellence in financial practices

Risk Management & Internal Controls

• Establish, implement, monitor, strengthen, and maintain an effective internal control environment over financial reporting and back office services
• Maintain internal controls to safeguard company assets and ensure compliance
• Identify areas of financial risk and implement mitigation strategies
• Ensure key controls and proper documentation of key processes are in place

Qualifications/Skills

• Minimum 10 years of progressive experience in Finance and Accounting, including leadership roles within Controllership or General Accounting functions.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration.
• CPA designation required.
• Strong technical expertise in US GAAP and ASPE reporting standards.
• Experience managing complex financial operations, including acquisitions, integrations, and divestitures.
• Prior experience with a Big Four accounting firm at the Manager level or higher, or equivalent public accounting experience.
• This position is based in a professional office setting, with work primarily performed at a desk using a computer, phone, and other standard office equipment.

Benefits

• Hybrid – 1 day work from home per week
• Summer hours
• Competitive vacation and Personal day policy
• Employee Discounts on consumables
• Employee Assistance Program
• Company Paid Benefits
• RRSP Match Program

The annual base salary for this role is expected to fall between $130,000 and $155,000.

This is an existing vacancy.

Export Packers is an equal opportunity employer committed to promoting diversity of thought, ideas, perspective and people. We create an inclusive environment that attracts, retains and values people of all backgrounds by treating all people in a way that allows them to maintain their dignity and independence through inclusion, integration and equal opportunity. We are committed to meeting the needs of those who interact with Export Packers in accordance with Federal and provincial laws.

In accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code, Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005, Export Packers has an Accommodation Policy as part of our hiring process. Should you require accommodation, please advise the People & Culture Department.

Please note: A criminal background check is required for all candidates and will be conducted in the final stages of the hiring process. This will be facilitated by our team, with full details provided during the selection process.

Please note that we use artificial intelligence to screen, assess or select applicants for the position.