Job Title: Management Controller, Milk Supply Accounting

Location: Etobicoke, ON or Greater Montreal, QC

About Us

Welcome to Lactalis Canada! We’re proud to be Canada’s #1 branded dairy company and to be consistently recognized as one of the country’s top employers by Forbes. Our purpose is to enrich and nurture the lives of Canadians by offering the best of dairy from Canada’s favourite dairy brands like Cracker Barrel, Black Diamond, Balderson, Astro and Lactantia. In fact, our products can be found in over 90% of Canadian refrigerators in any given time. As part of Lactalis Group, the world’s leading dairy company, we remain focused on innovation and quality and are seeking like-minded individuals to join us as we continue our growth journey.

Our flexible hybrid work model accommodates 40% remote work, adapting to the evolving needs of our workforce. Step into a collaborative hub with our revamped office, and enjoy free parking, endless coffee, delicious Lactalis snacks, an on-site gym, and more!

About the opportunity:

The Management Controller, Milk Supply Accounting, is responsible for overseeing the accounting functions at milk collection level and provides analytical support to the department, the Operations group as well as Operational Finance.

The attributes we are looking for:

• Coordinate, review and/or prepare annual budgets, ongoing forecasts and reports on monthly results in conjunction with department head, Operation group and Operational Finance.
• Prepare the milk utilization declarations for 17 plants and ensuring submission to the Provincial Milk Boards within deadlines.
• Calculate Provincial Boards’ milk payments, authorize payment of all dairy liquids purchased externally as well as inbound freight invoices of products.
• Manage staff by hiring, reviewing performance and providing feedback, determining training and development needs, and providing work direction. Establish key objectives for the department and the employees therein.
• Review and update policies, processes and procedures in order to ensure continuous improvement. Support Director in meeting all reporting deadlines including account reconciliations, preparation of annual budgets, long term plans and monthly forecasts and other key reporting activities as well as preparation of current operating results in comparison to budget and forecast in a timely manner.
• Liaise with the four Provincial Milk Boards, milk auditors and Canadian Dairy Commission to ensure the milk declaration rules are correctly applied.
• Supervise the milk audit process by ensuring adequate documentation is provided to auditors, ensuring potential liability resulting from the audit is thoroughly verified for accuracy, recommendations duly noted and fully implemented.
• Provide variance analysis for the cost of milk and “revenue” from the plants based on the internal transfer prices (known as PCI). Deliver this to upper management with the explanation, context and causes of variances that impact the results on a monthly basis.
• Provide support and expertise to department and team by producing analysis of variances and key performance indicators. Streamline processes and implement controls to increase the productivity and reliability of the information provided by our department.
• Prepare and maintain the milk and dairy internal transfer prices (PCI) (the “price grid”).
• Communicate and work closely with the plants to ensure that any changes to the milk declaration/payment system is fully understood and implemented accordingly.
• Optimize SAP reporting and functionality to facilitate timely identification and analysis of issues. Communicate with I.T. team to question, understand and implement SAP processes to enhance reporting.
• Actively participate in process improvement projects aiming to stream line milk declaration and milk audit activities.

What you will bring:

• Post-secondary education in Accounting, or a related discipline, plus a recognized professional accounting designation (CPA, CMA, CGA, CA).
• Minimum five (5) years experience in general operations of manufacturing accounting including three (3) years experience in a supervisory role or coordinating major projects.
• SAP manufacturing experience with knowledge of BOMs and costing processes.
• Strong team facilitation/leadership skills with a demonstrated commitment to employee development.
• Strong problem solving and decision making skills.
• Excellent quantitative/qualitative skills plus the ability to present and communicate ideas in both written and oral forms.
• Ability to multi-task, quickly absorb and utilize new concepts, processes and technologies and to function in a fast-paced changing environment.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, including meeting facilitation and presentations. Ability to clearly articulate goals and objectives.
• Knowledge of business and industry processes, plus ability to communicate and work with different functional groups both at plant and corporate level.
• Leadership capability, including ability to motivate and mentor others within work group. Ability to lead initiatives and project teams. Ability to work cross functionally and develop rapport with all levels of the organization.
• Proficient with standard office computer technology including Microsoft Office products with a very strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel, and SAP R3.
• Ability to work independently under tight deadlines.
• Strong understanding of various manufacturing and control processes at the plant level.
• Bilingualism (French/English) is a strong asset.
• Ability to travel as required to various plants.

What Lactalis will offer:

Lactalis Canada believes in rewarding its people with the following comprehensive benefits package and perks:

• A Competitive Base Salary
• A Performance-Based Bonus System
• 4 Weeks of Vacation
• Benefits starting day 1
• A Pension Program with an Employer Match at 100% of up to 6%
• Tuition reimbursement plan of up to $3,000/year
• A Volunteer Day to give back to your community
• Learning and Development opportunities
• A commitment to internal career advancement with potential for international mobility

Our ESG commitment:

Our ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) roadmap drives our sustainability mission. We aim to positively impact communities and the planet by enabling stakeholders including our people, consumers, customers, suppliers, dairy farmers, government, and industry partners to have a positive impact on the wellbeing of our communities and the planet through all that we do.

At Lactalis Canada, we value our employees as catalysts for positive change. Together, we will create a sustainable future, promote belonging, and make a lasting impact on the world.

Our commitment to DEI:

Fuel Our Culture with Your Uniqueness! Lactalis thrives on the value each person brings. We're dedicated to amplifying diverse voices, inviting personal and professional growth, and embracing everyone's true selves. We're committed to crafting an environment that genuinely welcomes all, reflecting the richness of our people and communities. We apply an equal access to employment program and invite women, aboriginal people, visible minorities, and people with disabilities to apply.

Our promise extends to accessible processes and spaces. If you require accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary, or permanent), please inform our Talent Acquisition team – confidentiality will be maintained.

Note: Lactalis Canada does not conduct credit or background checks through LinkedIn. If required, we'll contact you after signing a Job Offer.

Compensation

As part of our commitment to fairness, trust, and transparency and our ambition to be an Employer of Choice, the base salary range for this position is $99,100 – $123,900+.

Please note: Along with a comprehensive Total Rewards package, your actual base salary will be fair, competitive, and be based on your skills, experience, and qualifications.