Finance Controller

Location: Carleton Place / West Ottawa, ON
Compensation: $120,000 - $125,000 +Benefits
Work Model: Fully On-site (5 days per week) for the first few months
Language: Strong written and spoken English communication required

About the Opportunity

Altis Recruitment is proud to partner with a well-established organization in the manufacturing and distribution sector as they hire a Finance Controller to lead day-to-day financial operations and bring consistency, clarity, and confidence to the finance function.

In this hands-on leadership role, you’ll work closely with the General Manager and operational leaders to ensure accurate financial reporting, strong controls, and meaningful insights that support business decisions. This is an opportunity to step into an existing environment, build trusted partnerships across the organization, and make a tangible impact on how the business operates and grows.

What’s In It for You

You’ll join a collaborative, people-first workplace that values ownership, accountability, and continuous improvement. This role offers strong visibility across the business, meaningful influence on operational outcomes, and the chance to grow within a stable organization that supports professional development. You’ll also benefit from 100% employer-paid health, dental, and vision coverage, along with RRSP matching.

Your Responsibilities

• You’ll lead full-cycle accounting, including A/P, A/R, payroll, and bank reconciliations.

• In this role, you’ll prepare monthly, quarterly, and year-end financial statements and management reports.

• You’ll oversee budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow to support operational planning.

• You’ll maintain internal controls and ensure compliance with accounting standards.

• You’ll collaborate with external auditors, tax advisors, and banking partners.

• You’ll provide clear financial insights and recommendations to senior leadership.

• You’ll identify process gaps and implement improvements to enhance efficiency and reporting timelines.

Skills and Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, ideally within manufacturing, distribution, or product-based environments

• CPA designation, or currently in the final stages of completion

• Strong technical accounting and full-cycle finance experience

• Ability to operate independently and take ownership of the finance function

• High attention to detail with strong analytical and problem-solving skills

• Clear, confident communication with both finance and non-finance stakeholders

Note from the Hiring Manager

“We’re looking for someone who enjoys rolling up their sleeves, taking ownership, and becoming a trusted financial partner to the business. If you like being close to operations and making a real impact, this could be a great fit.”

Why Partner with Altis

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We appreciate the time and effort all applicants invest in their submissions. Please note that only candidates shortlisted for this role will be contacted directly. However, your profile will remain under consideration for future opportunities that align with your experience and career goals. All qualified applicants will receive fair consideration for employment. We welcome individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities including those who identify as women, members of racialized groups, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, and 2SLGBTQIA+ communities. If you require an accommodation, please review our accessibility policy and reach out to our accessibility officer with any questions. Our human recruiters review all applications and always make the final hiring decision. On occasion, we also use AI-assisted tools to help review applications.