Operational Controller, Eastern Programs - 15 month Contract - Remote Canada

OVERVIEW

Reporting to the Director of Financial Compliance & Performance Optimization, the Operational Controller, Eastern Programs is responsible for overseeing a variety of business functions and processes to ensure the organization’s operations run smoothly and efficiently. The role sits at the intersection of operations, finance, and performance management for Eastern Programs, providing visibility into how the business of this area is functioning and where improvements are needed.

This is a 15-month contract position, that requires residency in Canada, with occasion visits to the Toronto office.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Collaborate with financial stakeholders to support budgeting and forecasting processes and operational stakeholders to complete financial analysis to support business operations.

Partner with the business to support RFPs and contract negotiations by completing financial calculations to support project viability and reviewing terms and conditions.

Coordinate internal and external teams to resolve day-to-day issues, acting as a subject matter expert who represents the department for assigned functions and processes.

Monitor actuals vs. budget at an operational level including tracking cost drivers to explain variances to management to develop action plans.

Calculate and/or validate accuracy of invoices, accruals, coding of expenditures, and cost allocations to ensure appropriate financial transaction recording.

Support assigned month-end close processes adhering to timelines established.

Define and maintain operational KPIs using a variety of data sources internal and external to the organization to monitor outliers.

Develop and maintain models using financial and non-financial data with various end output goals (e.g., what-if scenarios, cost benefit, cost reduction) based upon needs of business.

Perform process reviews to ensure compliance with EPR regulations and reporting requirements, improve internal controls, and enhance data quality or structure.

Identify areas for improvement and work collaboratively with cross-functional teams to implement control enhancements through new operational processes.

Lead external audits and/or regulatory requests from third-parties by collecting and amalgamating information or performing calculations with raw data as required.

Ad-hoc tasks as directed by management to support organizational needs.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business or another related field

CPA designation preferred

Experience

7-10 years of experience in finance, accounting, with strong exposure to operational finance

Progressive experience with accounting standards, internal controls and financial reporting

Experience in a multi-department, program based, or regulatory environment is an asset

Advance knowledge of Excel and PowerPoint

Preferred knowledge of SAP

Preferred knowledge of PowerBi and/or other automation tools

Knowledge/Competencies/Skills

Preference for experience in accounting or supply chain management role

Proven experience leading complex projects involving multiple stakeholders

Strong communication and organizational skills

Analytical mindset that is able to handle advanced modelling exercises

Problem solver, someone who challenges the status-quo

Ability to handle multiple competing priorities and deadlines

WORKING CONDITIONS

All CM employees work 40 hours per week, remotely from a home office environment.

This role requires occasional work in the Toronto head office.

PAY TRANSPARENCY 

Expected Compensation: 

An annual base salary in the range of $114,000 to $145,000.

The salary range listed complies with the Ontario Employment Standards Act and reflects a potential base salary range for this role.  The actual salary offered will be determined within the range, and will depend on factors, such as the candidate’s unique qualifications, relevant experience, work location and expected contributions.   

Job Vacancy Reason 

This position is a temporary contract replacement role.

Artificial Intelligence 

AI is not used during our hiring processes.  

Applicant and Interviewee Communication 

We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those under consideration will be contacted. 

Applicants who have been interviewed will be informed whether a hiring decision has been made within 45 days of their final interview. 

Record Retention  

Job posting records and associated application forms will be retained for at least three years.  

ABOUT CIRCULAR MATERIALS

Circular Materials is a national not-for-profit producer responsibility organization (PRO) that supports producers in meeting their extended producer responsibility (EPR) obligations across Canada. Created by producers for producers, Circular Materials develops, implements, and supports effective and efficient recycling programs to advance innovation, deliver improved environmental outcomes and drive value across the recycling supply chain. Our full-service offerings include collection, management, promotion and education, and reporting.  

Together, we are advancing the circular economy where materials are collected, recycled, and can be returned to producers for use as recycled content in new products and packaging. As we develop enhanced recycling systems across Canada, we work to ensure more materials are looped into the circular economy, benefiting both people and the environment.  

Learn more at circularmaterials.ca.  

Circular Materials is an equal opportunity employer, seeking team members with a diversity of thought, skills, experiences, culture, and ethnicity to help us achieve our purpose of accelerating a circular economy for people and the planet. As a national organization operating across Canada, our goal is to build a workforce that reflects the diversity of the many provinces and territories where we do business.  

Our inclusive hiring practices aim to foster a culture where all employees feel a strong sense of belonging. We are proud of our recent diversity survey results which showed that:  

51% of Circular Materials employees identify as women. 

53% of Circular Materials employees identify as visible minorities. 

97% of employees believe Circular Materials fosters a strong sense of belonging for employees of all backgrounds.  

95% of employees recommend Circular Materials as an inclusive workplace.   

We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds, including women, Indigenous Peoples (First Nations, Inuit, and Métis), persons with disabilities, racialized individuals, and members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community.  As part of our commitment to reconciliation, Circular Materials is working to advance Indigenous representation and partnerships within our organization and across our programs.  We acknowledge that Circular Materials operates on the traditional territories of diverse Indigenous Nations, and we recognize the importance of respecting Indigenous rights, governance, and contributions in the workplace and beyond. 

Circular Materials supports reasonable requests for accommodation in accordance with all applicable provincial accessibility standards. Requests for accommodation will be provided by Circular Materials through the recruitment and/or assessment processes, upon contacting [email protected]. This email is only used for accommodation requests.