ASSISTANT CONTROLLER
Weston Forest Products – Brampton, Ontario
Location: 11 Bramalea Road, Brampton, ON ( On-Site )
Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Reports To: Director of Finance
Salary Range: $90,000 – $115,000 CAD (commensurate with experience)
WHO WE ARE
Weston Forest is more than a distributor and remanufacturer of lumber products — we are a trusted partner committed to empowering your success. With roots as a family business dating back to 1953, we have grown into a dynamic, award-winning organization serving customers across North America. Our story is defined by trusted partnerships with industry leaders, national recognition as a top employer, and a deep passion for people, processes, and sustainable growth.
We specialize in lumber, panels, custom wood packaging, and specialty products, supporting industries from construction and industrial to packaging and distribution. From our roots as a local lumber supplier to becoming one of North America’s leading distributors, Weston Forest has grown by living our values — every day, in everything we do.
Our Vision: To be the right partner for our employees, customers, and suppliers.
Our Mission: As a trusted partner, our purpose is to anticipate and respond to stakeholder needs with impactful solutions.
Our core values guide everything we do:
- People and Safety – results matter, but people matter more, and their safety comes first.
- Entrepreneurial Spirit – always improving and innovating.
- Integrity – we do what we say.
- Growth – inspiring personal and professional development.
- Partnership – your success is our success.
- Community – more than just a place to work.
WHY JOIN WESTON FOREST?
At Weston Forest, you’ll be part of a team that is genuinely invested in its people. You’ll have real autonomy, meaningful work, and the support of a collaborative team that values both operational execution and strategic impact. We are growing — and we want people who grow with us.
This role offers strong development potential for a finance professional seeking broad exposure to enterprise accounting, financial reporting, operational finance, process improvement, and strategic business support within a dynamic industrial and distribution environment.
THE OPPORTUNITY
The Assistant Controller plays a key role in supporting the enterprise-wide financial operations, reporting, and accounting functions of Weston Forest from our head office in Brampton, Ontario. This role acts as a key partner in ensuring the integrity of consolidated financial reporting, supporting enterprise-wide month-end processes, maintaining internal controls, and providing financial analysis to support strategic business decision-making across multiple business units and operating locations.
Operating in a highly hands-on capacity, you will oversee day-to-day accounting activities, support audit and compliance requirements, contribute to continuous process improvement initiatives, and provide leadership and guidance to our AP/AR and Costing teams.
WHAT YOU’LL DO
Financial Reporting & Accounting
- Support the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual consolidated financial statements and supporting schedules.
- Assist with enterprise-wide month-end and year-end close processes, including journal entries, accruals, reconciliations, intercompany transactions, and variance analysis.
- Maintain general ledger accuracy and ensure compliance with accounting policies and procedures.
- Review and reconcile balance sheet accounts and investigate discrepancies as required.
- Support external audit activities and coordinate requests from auditors and regulatory bodies.
- Assist with cash flow monitoring and treasury-related activities.
Internal Controls & Compliance
- Maintain and support enterprise-wide internal control processes to ensure financial accuracy, compliance, and consistency across operating entities.
- Assist with policy development and implementation of accounting best practices.
- Support compliance with applicable accounting standards, tax requirements, and company policies.
- Identify risks and recommend process improvements to strengthen financial controls.
Systems, Process Improvement & Data Management
- Support ERP system maintenance, enhancements, standardization initiatives, and finance-related implementations across the organization.
- Assist in improving financial reporting processes and automation initiatives.
- Develop and maintain reporting tools, dashboards, and reconciliations to improve efficiency and visibility.
- Ensure integrity and accuracy of financial data across systems and reports.
- Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within Finance and Operations.
Team Leadership & Business Partnering
- Provide support, guidance, and mentorship to AP/AR and Costing team members.
- Work closely with Finance, Operations, Sales, HR, and Administrative teams to support enterprise business objectives.
- Communicate financial information clearly and effectively to both financial and non-financial stakeholders.
- Support special projects and strategic initiatives as assigned.
WHAT YOU BRING
Education & Credentials
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field.
- CPA designation or active enrollment in the CPA program is strongly preferred.
Experience
- 5–8 years of progressive accounting or finance experience.
- Background in manufacturing, distribution, industrial, or supply chain environments is preferred.
- Strong understanding of financial reporting, reconciliations, and month-end close processes.
- Experience with ERP systems and financial reporting tools is a strong asset.
- Previous experience supporting operational finance activities is an asset.
Skills & Competencies
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and the ability to work with large datasets.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and data interpretation capability.
- Detail-oriented and organized with the ability to manage competing deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- High level of integrity, accountability, and professionalism.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills — able to translate financial information for non-financial audiences.
- Process improvement mindset with a proactive, hands-on approach.
CAREER GROWTH
This role is designed to provide strong development opportunities within enterprise finance and accounting leadership, with potential progression into a broader senior finance leadership role as the organization continues to grow and evolve.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Weston Forest Products is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment process and work environment. Please advise Human Resources of any accommodations that are required. Any information regarding accommodation will be treated as confidential.
Weston Forest. Trusted products. Trusted people. Trusted partner.
