Global Controller (Abbotsford)

Reporting to the CFO, the Global Controller will lead the accounting and controllership function across the BE Group’s multi-entity, multi-country manufacturing and distribution platform. This role is critical in ensuring financial integrity, strengthening controls, and scaling processes to support continued growth. Consolidated Reporting & Internal Controls - Own and lead consolidated monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting across all legal entities. - Own and continuously improve the global month‑end close and consolidation process, ensuring accuracy, speed, and scalability. - Manage intercompany accounting, transfer pricing, and elimination entries. - Ensure compliance with GAAP, tax regulations, multi‑jurisdiction reporting, and internal policies. - Establish and maintain internal controls for accounting, audit readiness, and risk mitigation. - Own external audit relationship and lead the annual audit process. Cost Accounting & Manufacturing Financials - Act as a business partner to Operations and Supply Chain, translating financial performance into action plans that improve throughput, margin, and labour productivity. - Own the inventory costing model, including cost build‑up, rates, overhead allocation, and variance reporting. - Analyze manufacturing performance including yield, scrap, throughput, labour efficiency, and productivity trends. - Ensure accurate inventory valuation for raw materials, WIP, and finished goods. Working Capital, Cash Flow & Treasury - Manage cash flow planning, liquidity, and investments to support operational needs. - Monitor working capital drivers, including receivables, supplier terms, and inventory turnover. - Conduct financial evaluation of capital expenditures, including ROI, payback analysis, and risk scenarios. - Manage banking relationships and treasury functions. Leadership & Cross‑Functional Partnership - Lead a team of 15 across Accounting, Payroll, AP and AR. - Build and lead a high‑performing accounting team, driving accountability, continuous improvement, and professional development. - Lead ongoing development and optimization of ERP and financial systems to support scalability and reporting efficiency. - Participate in strategic planning, including make‑versus‑buy evaluations and capital deployment decisions. - Build a culture of insight and learning, ensuring finance delivers timely, actionable intelligence including dashboards, KPIs, predictive trends. Financial Strategy & Forecasting - Support the CFO and FP&A; function with financial insights aligned to operational and growth objectives. - Develop and maintain financial models to support capital investment, pricing, and product profitability decisions. - Provide scenario analysis to support strategic initiatives including capacity expansion, automation, and sourcing decisions. Key Skills & Attributes - Solid leadership presence with ability to influence senior stakeholders. - High technical competence in Canadian tax and accounting. - Excellent communication skills, including translating technical matters for non‑technical stakeholders. - Strong understanding of manufacturing cost structures and inventory accounting. - Experience leading through growth, complexity, and change. - Ability to balance hands‑on execution with leadership oversight. Qualifications & Experience - CPA designation (required). - 8–12+ years progressive experience in accounting/finance leadership roles. - Experience in manufacturing and cost accounting strongly preferred. - Experience in multi‑entity / multi‑jurisdiction environments. - ERP experience (e.g., Syspro, etc.). Benefits - Competitive salary commensurate with experience. - Fully paid group medical, dental, and vision benefits. - Salary continuance program (short‑term disability coverage) and life insurance. - Mental Health & Wellness Resources through the Employee & Family Assistance Program. - RRSP program. - Awesome discounts on BE products for employees to enjoy. - Opportunities to volunteer your time in your local community – with pay from the company. - Training and development opportunities. - Strong culture to promote from within. - Modern, well‑equipped environment with excellent staff facilities. - Regular team building & social events – we like to have fun! Enjoy Friday Treats, Pizza & Food Truck lunches, and our annual holiday party. #J-18808-Ljbffr Apply on Kit Job: kitjob.ca/job/2oqxvi