Junior Controller supporting financial processes and reporting at Buchner & Partner. Collaborating on budgets, forecasts, and performance analysis in a hybrid work environment.
About the role
- Financial Controller acting as the primary financial partner for VP/GM in manufacturing. Leading planning and forecasting to achieve revenue and EBITDA targets.
Responsibilities
- Serve as the VP/GM’s primary financial partner and steward of business performance for the manufacturing P&L.
- Lead planning, forecasting, commercial decision support, and performance management to deliver the business plan and strategic plan.
- Deliver the plan: Achieve revenue, GM%, EBITDA, and ROCE targets for the business; close variances with actionable countermeasures.
- Forecasting excellence: Institutionalize a rolling forecast (S&OP‑linked) with predictable accuracy and timely insights to adjust capacity, mix, and pricing.
- Commercial impact: Improve win rates and margins through disciplined pricing, product/customer mix, and contract T&Cs; drive post‑award performance.
- Operations finance: Reduce COGS and conversion costs through cost transparency, standard costing/variance rigor, and productivity dashboards at the plant/cell level.
- Working capital: Improve DSO/DIO/DPO and cash conversion with pragmatic actions on inventory, terms, and milestone billing.
- Partner with the Accounting Controller to ensure timely and accurate close, reporting packages, and balance‑sheet integrity; jointly prepare for internal/external audits and disclosure support as needed.
- Build, lead, and develop a high‑performing FP&A/commercial finance function; elevate analytical capability, business acumen, and storytelling.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s in finance/accounting/economics; CPA/CA or equivalent a must; MBA an asset.
- Public‑company exposure (IFRS, SOX mindset) in manufacturing.
- 8–12+ years progressive finance experience with a blend of FP&A, commercial finance, and operations finance; proven business partnering with a GM/VP in a plant‑based environment.
- Demonstrated P&L ownership and track record driving margin expansion, cost productivity, and cash conversion.
- Advanced financial modeling and scenario analysis; standard costing and manufacturing variance expertise.
- ERP (e.g., IFS/OneStream), consolidation/reporting tools, and data visualization (Power BI).
- Familiarity with corporate finance standards and internal‑control expectations for reporting, statements, balance sheet review, and book of accounts.
- Executive communication and influence; crisp storytelling with data.
- Commercial acumen (pricing, T&Cs, portfolio economics) and operational curiosity (shop‑floor to boardroom).
- Builds talent and culture; models integrity and our Code of Conduct.
Benefits
- At Mattr, safety comes first! We go the extra mile to ensure our employees are safe and healthy
- We understand times have changed and so have we. Mattr offers flexible work arrangements (where possible) to suit your needs
- Comprehensive total rewards package that includes competitive salaries, annual incentives, medical benefits, retirement savings plans, paid vacation days, education assistance programs, corporate discounts and more!
- Participation in service milestone awards and recognition opportunities
- Access to mental health support resources such as our Headversity mental health and wellness platform and free, confidential access to our Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP)
- Rewarding growth opportunities (may include global career and travel opportunities) supported by personalized training, development and mentoring programs - including LinkedIn Learning access for all employees!
- Commitment to providing a diverse, inclusive and accessible workplace environment
- We prioritize our Environment, Social and Governance (ESG) values and offer a paid Impact Day, allowing employees an opportunity to support charitable organizations in their communities
- Company events, social gatherings and team building activities that promote fun!
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