[Hiring] Financial Controller @Drax Group

Role Description

As the Finance Controller at Drax, oversee the execution of general accounting responsibilities, including:

• Corporate reporting
• Accounts payable (AP)
• Financial statements
• Treasury
• Payroll functions

You will also ensure compliance with accounting standards, establish internal controls, and maintain and improve business processes to enhance the efficiency and accuracy of the accounting function. Develop and implement processes that will future-proof these functions, reduce administrative burdens, and ensure appropriate controls are in place. Focus on standardizing and improving systems and processes to achieve stronger financial controls, compliance, and reporting.

Qualifications

• 7-10 years of progressive full-cycle accounting experience, preferably in the wood products or manufacturing industry.
• 5-7 years of experience leading and managing a high-performing accounting team, with a focus on financial reporting, treasury, payroll, and accounts payable.
• CPA certification and a related degree from a recognized institution.
• Knowledge and experience with D365 and Planful are considered assets.
• Advanced Excel skills and strong proficiency in the MS Office Suite.
• Expert understanding of IFRS, corporate taxation, and internal controls for public companies.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and communicate effectively during times of change.
• Proven capability to collaborate effectively with others in a diverse environment.
• Strong commitment to safety, both personally and through influencing others positively.
• Demonstrated ability to work across functions and geographical regions; experience in a multi-unit organization is beneficial.
• Effective business systems thinker with a strong understanding of business processes.
• Strong focus on stakeholder management.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Requirements

• Monitor internal controls to ensure that accounting activities comply with established legal regulations, as well as company policies and procedures.
• Lead and manage the month-end process, including the preparation and/or review of journal entries, working papers, and spreadsheets to support monthly Balance Sheet reconciliations in accordance with company guidelines.
• Collaborate with the finance team to prepare accurate, timely, and reliable monthly and half-yearly reporting packs for the group, in addition to annual financial statements and reports required by management and other stakeholders.
• Oversee the accounts payable outsourced team to ensure timely and accurate processing of vendor invoices and payments.
• Review and streamline accounts payable processes with the AP lead, and implement key performance measures for accounts payable.
• Review monthly tax remittances and T reconciliations to ensure that statutory remittances are accurate, complete, and submitted on time.
• Work with the external reporting team to prepare audit schedules and respond to audit inquiries.
• Collaborate effectively with others across the business to maximize overall performance, including teamwork with members from the operations, sales, capital, fiber management, and finance teams.
• Provide management and oversight of the payroll team, driving efficiency projects and process improvements to reduce manual work, strengthen controls, and ensure payroll practices align with HR policies and business requirements.
• Provide oversight of treasury management to ensure adequate cash flow is maintained at all times, including weekly and ad hoc review and approval of timely payments to support business continuity and financial control.
• Manage and/or contribute to various projects as directed by the Director.
• Perform various other ad hoc job-related duties as required.

Benefits

• Competitive wages
• Comprehensive health and dental benefits
• RRSP matching plan to support your financial goals
• Participation in a company bonus plan that rewards overall Drax performance and safety
• A supportive team environment where continuous learning is encouraged