Controller

About the Role:

• AdeptAg is looking for an experienced, hands-on Controller to lead finance for our Plantech Control Solutions business unit
• consist ing of three divisions , each with an on -site accounting team : JM Controls & Electric located in Chatham , ON ,
• where this role will be primarily base d ;
• Plantech East located in Vin e land, ON; and Plantech West located in Kingsville, ON . You'll own the close, reporting, tax, and cash, partner closely with operations , site leaders and the AdeptAg group team , and help shape how we scale our finance function. If you enjoy being close to the business and making processes better, we'd love to hear from you.

What You'll Do:

Financial Reporting & Close

Lead the business unit monthly, quarterly, and year-end close s , and deliver accurate , timely financial statements.

Review reconciliations, accruals, and journal entries; support consolidation and audits.

Drive consistent accounting practices across locations.

• Cash Management ,
• Treasury , & Tax

Manage the weekly cash forecast, including project cash flow s and related vendor payment s.

Work with the Operations team and finance leadership on customer collections.

Lead all tax requirements for the company and partner with tax professionals to ensure timely and accurate tax filings .

Budgeting, Forecasting & Analysis

• •Lead the annual budget and forecast
• update s for your locations
• in conjunction with the AdeptAg group requirements .

Provide variance analysis, KPIs, and practical recommendations to management.

Support capital planning and spot opportunities to improve profitability.

Operational Finance

Oversee inventory accounting, job costing, WIP, and labour and overhead tracking.

Partner with operations leaders on cost control and project profitability.

Controls, Systems & Team

Maintain sound internal controls and financial policies.

• •W ork with the Operations team to help
• m ake the most of Sage Intacct and look for ways to streamline and automate.

Lead and develop the accounting team across sites.

Education and Experience:

CPA designation and a degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.

8+ years of progressive accounting experience, including 3+ years as a Controller or in a similar leadership role.

Background in manufacturing, industrial, or project-based accounting, including inventory and job costing.

Experience with cash forecasting and working capital management.

Strong Excel and ERP skills, and a collaborative, hands-on leadership style.

Nice to Have:

Sage Intacct experience.

Multi-entity or multi-site experience, including Canadian and U.S. operations.

Physical Requirements:

Office Environment: Primarily an office-based role, with occasional visits to operational or project sites as needed.

Position Vacancy: This job posting is for an existing vacancy within AdeptAg.

Artificial Intelligence in Recruitment: AI is not used

Equal Opportunity & Accessibility: AdeptAg is committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruitment process.