Financial Controller

Mattr delivers advanced material technologies and complex manufacturing expertise. Through a portfolio of brands, we offer highly engineered solutions, technology and products to support infrastructure markets worldwide.

Shawflex is the market leader and a trusted brand in the Electrical Infrastructure industry with a wide variety of wire and cable solutions from common to custom. Our business model thrives on our strong channel relationships and entrepreneurial culture where we champion in providing unique engineered-to-order product offerings to our customers.
 

Position Summary:

Serve as the VP/GM’s primary financial partner and steward of business performance for the manufacturing P&L. Lead planning, forecasting, commercial decision support, and performance management to deliver the business plan and strategic plan. While a separate Accounting Controller owns general ledger, statutory close, and technical accounting, this role owns the P&L, sets the financial rhythm of the business, and provides forward‑looking financial intelligence that elevates operational and commercial strategy in a public‑company environment (IFRS apply). Alignment to corporate finance standards is required.

Decision Rights & Authority
•    Owns: Business P&L performance management, forecast/budget assumptions, pricing analytics, commercial margin guardrails, investment analytics.
•    Approves/Recommends: Pricing exceptions within thresholds; capex AFEs per delegation of authority; inventory/cash initiatives; restructuring/efficiency programs.
•    Partners: Accounting Controller on close, technical accounting, statutory/audit, and 52-109/SOX testing; escalates/resolves issues jointly under corporate standards. 

Key Outcomes (12-18 months)
1.    Deliver the plan: Achieve revenue, GM%, EBITDA, and ROCE targets for the business; close variances with actionable countermeasures.
2.    Forecasting excellence: Institutionalize a rolling forecast (S&OP‑linked) with predictable accuracy and timely insights to adjust capacity, mix, and pricing.
3.    Commercial impact: Improve win rates and margins through disciplined pricing, product/customer mix, and contract T&Cs; drive post‑award performance.
4.    Operations finance: Reduce COGS and conversion costs through cost transparency, standard costing/variance rigor, and productivity dashboards at the plant/cell level.
5.    Working capital: Improve DSO/DIO/DPO and cash conversion with pragmatic actions on inventory, terms, and milestone billing.
6.    Controls (52-109/SOX) partnership: In partnership with the Accounting Controller, sustain strong disclosure, reporting cadence, and control environment consistent with corporate finance standards. 

High Level Overview of Accountabilities:

1) Strategic Business Partnering (25%)
•    Serve as thought partner to the VP/GM; translate strategy into financial outcomes and leading indicators.
•    Lead monthly/quarterly performance reviews; synthesize drivers, risks, and options; recommend actions that balance growth, margin, and cash.
•    Coach cross‑functional leaders (Ops, Sales, Supply Chain, Engineering) on financial levers and trade‑offs."        

2) Financial Planning & Analysis (25%)
•    Own annual Business Plan and multi‑year Strategic Plan; run scenario and sensitivity analyses (volume/mix, price/cost, capacity, FX/commodity).
•    Operate a disciplined rolling forecast linking S&OP to the P&L and cash; standardize bridge analyses (Plan vs. Latest vs. Prior).
•    Build and maintain driver‑based models and scorecards; deploy self‑serve insights (e.g., Power BI)."        

3) Commercial Finance (20%)
•    Partner with Sales/GM on pricing corridors, deal reviews, and approvals; evaluate bids, LTCs, rebates, and margin accretion.
•    Develop product/customer P&Ls, competitive and profitability analysis, shape portfolio and channel strategy."        

4) Operations & Costing (15%)
•    Provide plant and cell‑level performance analytics (yield, OEE, scrap, labor productivity); drive actions that reduce COGS and overhead.
•    Oversee standard costing, routing/BOM governance, variance analysis, and cost‑reduction tracking with Operations.
•    Lead capex business cases, DCFs, and post‑implementation reviews; ensure AFE alignment and returns discipline."        

5) Governance, Reporting & Controls (10%)
•    Partner with the Accounting Controller to ensure timely and accurate close, reporting packages, and balance‑sheet integrity; jointly prepare for internal/external audits and disclosure support as needed.
•    Ensure business compliance with corporate finance standards for reporting, statements, balance sheet review, book of accounts, and internal controls. "        

6) Leadership & Talent (5%)
•    Build, lead, and develop a high‑performing FP&A/commercial finance function; elevate analytical capability, business acumen, and storytelling."        

Skills and Attributes:

Education & Credentials
•    Bachelor’s in finance/accounting/economics; CPA/CA or equivalent a must; MBA an asset.
•    Public‑company exposure (IFRS, SOX mindset) in manufacturing.

Experience
•    8–12+ years progressive finance experience with a blend of FP&A, commercial finance, and operations finance; proven business partnering with a GM/VP in a plant‑based environment.
•    Demonstrated P&L ownership and track record driving margin expansion, cost productivity, and cash conversion.

Technical & Tools
•    Advanced financial modeling and scenario analysis; standard costing and manufacturing variance expertise.
•    ERP (e.g., IFS/OneStream), consolidation/reporting tools, and data visualization (Power BI).
•    Familiarity with corporate finance standards and internal‑control expectations for reporting, statements, balance sheet review, and book of accounts. 

Leadership & Competencies
•    Executive communication and influence; crisp storytelling with data.
•    Commercial acumen (pricing, T&Cs, portfolio economics) and operational curiosity (shop‑floor to boardroom).
•    Builds talent and culture; models integrity and our Code of Conduct. 

Success Metrics / KPIs
•    Delivery: Plan vs. Actual for Revenue/GM%/EBITDA/ROCE.
•    Forecasting: P&L and cash forecast accuracy (±%), cadence adherence, and actionable insights.
•    Commercial: Price realization, mix accretion, bid/quote cycle time and hit rate, deal NPV/IRR.
•    Operations: Variance closure (PPV/usage/labor/overhead), OEE and scrap improvements linked to $ impact.
•    Cash/Working Capital: DSO/DIO/DPO, inventory turns, free cash conversion.
•    Controls/Compliance: Timely submissions and evidence of adherence to corporate finance standards.

WHAT MATTR OFFERS

•    At Mattr, safety comes first! We go the extra mile to ensure our employees are safe and healthy 
•    We understand times have changed and so have we. Mattr offers flexible work arrangements (where possible) to suit your needs 
•    Comprehensive total rewards package that includes competitive salaries, annual incentives, medical benefits, retirement savings plans, paid vacation days, education assistance programs, corporate discounts and more!
•    Participation in service milestone awards and recognition opportunities 
•    Access to mental health support resources such as our Headversity mental health and wellness platform and free, confidential access to our Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP)
•    Rewarding growth opportunities (may include global career and travel opportunities) supported by personalized training, development and mentoring programs  - including LinkedIn Learning access for all employees!
•    Commitment to providing a diverse, inclusive and accessible workplace environment  
•    We prioritize our Environment, Social and Governance (ESG) values and offer a paid Impact Day, allowing employees an opportunity to support charitable organizations in their communities
•    Company events, social gatherings and team building activities that promote fun!
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Mattr delivers advanced material technologies and complex manufacturing expertise through brands offering engineered products, technology and solutions to support infrastructure projects & markets world-wide. Mattr brands: AmerCable, Shawflex, DSG-Canusa, Flexpipe, and Xerxes.

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