Finance Controller

Job description

Company Description We are SGS – the world's leading testing, inspection and certification company. We are recognized as the global benchmark for sustainability, quality and integrity. Our 99,600 employees operate a network of 2,600 offices and laboratories, working together to enable a better, safer and more interconnected world. Job Description The Finance Controller is responsible for accurate and timely financial management reporting. They will provide high quality support to the business in all technical accounting, commercial, and investment related matters for the pharmaceutical line of business. This role will also work closely with Business Managers and must be capable of liaising with staff at all levels in the organization. Prepare accurate and timely financial and management results for the business in accordance with the Group Financial Manual Ensure that the business is involved in the preparation/approval of the financial accounts and understands/has ownership over the final outcome. Analyze actual results against budget/forecast/trend with explanation for variations and investigation of more complex issues such as incremental margins to present to senior management Report month end results to parent company in Geneva using Hyperion Financial Management Prepare the monthly forecast in conjunction with the Managers and ensuring outcomes are realistic and explained Liaise with business sector managers to develop and review management reporting framework, identifying key business drivers and relevant KPIs Prepare the monthly reporting package and business sector KPIs by working with operational managers to analyze outcomes and develop action plans to address issues Work closely with the Managers in the development of annual operational and capital budgets Conduct Finance review of bids and price and work closely with Business Development and Operations to reach agreement on submissions before being issued to the V.P (Business Unit). Oversees billing and A/R, WIP and Unbilled receivables for the Business through her direct reports. Assist operations in developing business and capex applications, challenging assumptions and gaining a full understanding of the operational requirements/outcomes Perform monthly balance sheet reconciliations for nominated accounts to ensure integrity and validation Assist the business with any Legal, Treasury and Tax functions and Internal/External audit requirements as needed Support continuous improvement and innovation within the team Qualifications Education and Experience A professional accounting designation 5+ years’ experience in commercial accounting Knowledge/ Skills/ Abilities Proficient with Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook) Experience with Oracle and Hyperion Financial Management would be an asset Strong written and verbal communication skills Strong business acumen/business awareness with solid technical and analytical background and ability to interpret and analyze data. Experience in accounting process design supporting strong internal controls and reconciliation practices Experience in financial/KPI monitoring, with the ability to explain variance to target and implement ‘early warning’ indicator for adverse trends Ability to prioritize and work to tight deadlines with a number of competing demands Ability to draw conclusions and make recommendations to different levels of management Strong attention to detail with good organizational and inter-personal skills Ability to coordinate and manage a department and its workload. Capable of interacting with all levels of management, suppliers and clients. Proven time management skills and a strong attention to detail. Ensures full compliance with the company’s Health & Safety, Code of Integrity, and Professional Conduct policies. Ability to manage and coordinate multiple projects in a fast-paced, highly professional environment. Travel Occasional 5-10% Our Benefits Compensation: $80,000-$100,000/year CAD (based on experience) Some benefit highlights: 80% coverage Health, Dental and Vision Paid time off RRSP Program Eligibility Additional Information SGS is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and as such we recruit, hire, train, and promote persons in all job classifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression and Indigenous status, or any other characteristics protected by law. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements, but a general description of the job. Nothing contained herein restricts the company's rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Accommodations are available on request for qualified candidates during each stage of the recruitment process. Please note that candidates applying for Canadian job openings should be authorized to work in Canada.