Controller

The Controller will lead the financial planning, analysis, and business partnering activities for the local business, with a strong focus on supporting commercial and operational decision-making. This role serves as a key financial advisor to leadership, driving budgeting, forecasting, and financial strategy, while also maintaining a strong foundation of financial controls and compliance. The ideal candidate is a strategic thinker with deep FP&A capabilities, strong cross-functional collaboration skills, and a proactive, business-minded approach.Key ResponsibilitiesFP&A & Business Partnership – 70%Budgeting & Forecasting: Lead the local planning process to ensure alignment with business strategy and regional targets.Commercial Support: Partner with Sales and Marketing to validate forecasts, pricing strategies, and customer profitability analyses.Operational Collaboration: Work with Operations to evaluate cost savings, process improvements, and capital project ROI.Business Case Development: Build and assess financial business cases to support strategic investments and growth initiatives.Performance Reporting: Prepare and present monthly financial reports and KPIs, highlighting risks, trends, and opportunities for senior leadership.Corporate Reporting: Oversee submissions to Corporate via HFM and ensure compliance with internal deadlines and policies.Decision Support: Deliver proactive financial insights to guide short- and long-term business decisions.Controlling & Compliance – 30%Financial Controls: Ensure adherence to internal controls in partnership with the Shared Services Controller team.Compliance & Audit: Support tax and statutory compliance (including sales tax filings), and act as a liaison for internal and external audits.Government Relations: Serve as the finance point of contact for local government and compliance-related matters.Accuracy & Reconciliation: Assist with monthly reconciliations, financial accuracy, and alignment with corporate reporting standards.People LeadershipLead, coach, and develop a high-performing finance team, ensuring goals are set, performance is tracked, and growth opportunities are supported.Foster a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and cross-functional collaboration.Model company values and ethical standards while serving as a key change agent across the function.