Controller Ottawa

Join a profitable and growing manufacturing company with chance to mold finance team. Reporting into the CEO, this Controller position will have the following responsibilities: Own full-cycle accounting (GL, AR, AP, payroll oversight, inventory, fixed assets) Lead monthly close process and ensure timely, accurate financial statements Maintain audit-ready documentation and controls Prepare lender reporting packages and support covenant calculations Strengthen standard costing discipline Validate inventory valuation and cycle count processes Improve cost of goods accuracy and margin reporting Align ERP data with operational reality Develop and maintain rolling cash flow forecasts Improve AR visibility and collections reporting Monitor AP discipline and payment timing Support borrowing base and working capital reporting requirements Improve accounting workflows within ERP Reduce manual adjustments and reconciliation inefficiencies Ensure finance, sales, and inventory modules are aligned Manage and mentor bookkeeper Provide clear financial structure and process discipline Partner cross-functionally with operations and leadership Requirements Prior Controller or Senior Accounting Manager experience in a manufacturing environment 7+ years of progressive accounting experience Robust inventory accounting and standard costing experience Experience preparing lender reporting packages ERP experience Hands on and detail oriented Comfortable building structure in evolving organizations Solid communication skills Additional Information The Mason Group is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and accessible recruitment process. We welcome applicants from all qualified candidates. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates participating in all stages of the recruitment process, in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). This role is for an immediate vacancy, and we are actively hiring. Technology-assisted screening tools including AI may be used during the recruitment process; however, all applications are reviewed by our Consultants. If you are already registered with The Mason Group, please contact your Recruiting Consultant directly with reference to job #20510. Apply on Kit Job: kitjob.ca/job/2q1cnc