financial controller

Nexal Controller job description (April 21, 2026) Manages all accounting operations, cost accounting, financial reporting, and internal controls. Key duties include generate monthly internal financial statements, manage month-end close, analyzing manufacturing variances, inventory tracking. This role oversees AR/AP, payroll. The controller will also be responsible for purchasing inputs for manufacturing operation. Core Responsibilities * Manufacturing/Cost Accounting: Calculate standard costs, manage inventory valuations, and analyze variances. Understand and analyze cost of goods sold, FIFO and LIFO characteristics in rising or decreasing cost environment. * Financial Reporting & Close: Own the general ledger, performing monthly, quarterly, and annual closings to ensure accurate financial statements. * Accounting Management: Responsible for AP/AR, payroll, and manage cash flow. * Compliance: Ensure compliance with tax regulations and manage external audits. * Purchasing: Work with inventory analyst and provide purchase orders to suppliers. * *Sales support: *Update customer price lists and create reports in Microsoft Excel as needed Qualifications * Education: Bachelor?s degree in Accounting or Finance. * Certification: CPA or CMA designation is required. * Experience: 5?10+ years of accounting experience, specifically within manufacturing (inventory, COGS, cost accounting). * Systems: Proficiency in ERP systems and advanced Excel skills. Key Skills * Strong understanding of manufacturing inventory and unit economics. * Analytical skills to interpret and manipulate operational data. * English must be either first language or completely fluent Nexal terms: Work hours ? generally M-F 9-5 Vacation ? start 1st year with 3 weeks Starting pay - $95,000 - $120,000 depending on qualifications Annual bonus 2-3% Benefits ? Health, dental, vision Retirement Program ? 2% plus 2% matching Pay: $85,000.00-$105,000.00 per year Benefits: * Company events * Dental care * Disability insurance * Life insurance * On-site parking * RRSP match * Vision care Work Location: In person