At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead financial functions and drive strategic decision-making for a growing industrial company.
- Company: Wabi Iron & Steel Corp., a historic leader in Northern Ontario's industrial landscape.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, full benefits, and direct influence on financial strategy.
- Other info: Collaborative environment with visible impact and excellent career growth opportunities.
- Why this job: Join a transformative journey with a $15M+ foundry revitalization project.
- Qualifications: CPA designation and 5+ years of finance leadership experience required.
The predicted salary is between 120000 - 170000 $ per year.
Wabi Iron & Steel Corp. – Temiskaming Shores, Ontario
For more than 120 years, Wabi Iron & Steel Corp. has been a cornerstone of Northern Ontario’s industrial landscape. Today, we are at the most exciting moment in our company’s modern history. Backed by a multi-million-dollar Foundry Modernization & Expansion Program, Wabi is undergoing a transformational upgrade—including new molding lines, major capital equipment installations, ERP enhancements, automation initiatives, and facility improvements that will position us as one of the most advanced iron and steel foundries in Canada. As we continue this period of significant growth, capital investment, and operational revitalization, we are seeking an exceptional VP Finance & Controller to help lead Wabi into its next century of innovation.
This is a senior leadership role with real strategic impact, responsible for driving financial excellence, supporting major capital project execution, overseeing reporting and compliance, and shaping the financial trajectory of a rapidly growing industrial company.
Position Summary
As VP Finance & Controller, you will oversee Wabi’s full financial function, lead the accounting team, and partner closely with operations, engineering, lenders, and government funding bodies. You will ensure financial discipline, drive decision-making through strong analytics, and help execute the multi-phase Foundry ’29 modernization program.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and oversee all accounting functions, including AR/AP, payroll, general ledger, and month-end close
- Produce accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements for internal and external stakeholders
- Manage budgeting, forecasting, KPI reporting, and detailed variance analysis
- Evaluate and support major CapEx projects, government-funded initiatives, and multi-stage capital planning
- Enhance internal controls and ensure full GAAP compliance
- Liaise with lenders, auditors, government funding partners, tax advisors, and other external parties
- Mentor and develop accounting and finance staff as the business continues to scale
- Partner with operations to optimize cost accounting, inventory management, and production-driven financial performance
- Provide financial insights to guide automation, modernization, and operational improvements
Qualifications
- CPA designation required
- Minimum 5 years of finance leadership experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment
- Strong knowledge of cost accounting, capital project accounting, and ERP systems
- Demonstrated ability to lead teams and collaborate cross-functionally
- Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills
- Ability to thrive in a dynamic, high-growth, project-driven environment
What We Offer
- Competitive salary and full benefits ($120,000 - $170,000)
- The opportunity to help lead a $15M+ foundry revitalization and automation roadmap
- Direct influence on financial strategy during a period of rapid expansion
- A stable, 120-year-old company with a bold, forward-looking modernization plan
- A collaborative environment where your decisions have visible impact
- A chance to be part of the revitalization of a historic industrial leader in Temiskaming Shores
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