Financial Controller

Description:

Join Mailhot Industries, a well-established manufacturing leader in the production of high-performance hydraulic cylinders, now part of Wipro Infrastructure Engineering (WIN) — a global division of the multinational Wipro Group. This is a strategic leadership opportunity at the heart of financial operations for two manufacturing sites (Québec and Mexico), supported by the standards and tools of a globally renowned organization.

We are seeking a results-driven, strategic Financial Controller to lead financial performance and provide expert guidance across operations. Reporting to the CFO, you will act as a business partner, manage a team of analysts and technicians, and work closely with the financial controller in Mexico to align best practices.

This is an exciting opportunity to influence decision-making, introduce best practices, and contribute to the continuous growth of a globally integrated organization.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare and analyze monthly financial statements for sites in Québec and Mexico, including variance analysis and reporting.

• Provide actionable financial analysis and management reporting to support executive decision-making.

• Manage cash flow and anticipate financial needs.

• Supervise a team of 2 analysts and 3 technicians, ensuring their development and performance.

• Work closely with the Mexico-based financial controller to align financial practices.

• Drive continuous improvement of accounting and administrative processes.

• Ensure tax compliance and coordinate with external auditors.

• Oversee year-end audits for both sites.

• Collaborate on cross-functional and tool integration projects with group-level teams.

• Ensure strict compliance with IFRS accounting standards.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting with a CPA designation.

• Minimum 12 years of relevant experience, including financial control and team leadership.

• Solid background in financial consolidation, preferably in multi-currency environments.

• Strong knowledge of IFRS standards and group reporting contexts.

• Advanced Excel skills (including modeling, pivot tables, analytics).

• Experience with ERP systems (Epicor, SAP, Oracle, etc.); Power BI knowledge is an asset.

• Previous experience in a multi-site manufacturing environment is highly desirable.

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and deadline-management skills.

• Fluency in both French and English is essential (due to communications with teams in Mexico, the U.S., and corporate HQ).

Who We Are:

Founded in 1956, Industries Mailhot is a respected name in high-performance hydraulic cylinder manufacturing for demanding sectors like construction, snow removal, and waste management. With production facilities in Saint-Jacques (Québec) and Mexico, the company serves both North American and international markets.

Part of the Wipro Group since its acquisition, Mailhot fosters a stable, collaborative, and development-oriented work environment. We embrace Wipro’s core values: customer success, mutual respect, global responsibility, and integrity, which form the foundation of our inclusive and growth-focused culture.

What We Offer:

• Hybrid work policy with flexible hours

• Plant located in the countryside – traffic-free commute

• Competitive group insurance and telemedicine services

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for employees and families

• Opportunity to engage in stimulating and innovative projects

• A supportive and respectful work environment that values every individual’s contribution

• Strong core values shared across the organization

• Electric car charging station on-site

• Unlimited access to high-quality coffee

• Frequent company-organized social activities, and more!