Controller

Job Description

Job Description

Company Description

American Iron & Metal (AIM) is a family-owned company and recognized global leader in the metal recycling industry with more than 125 sites and 4000 employees worldwide. We have continued to prosper for the last eight decades thanks to the dedication of our employees and the ongoing trust and support of our customers.

Become part of team AIM, a growing team with an entrepreneurial spirit who has over the years evolved into a successful and multifaceted company with business divisions that include metal recycling, decommissioning and demolition, auto-parts sales and recycling, manufacturing of solder assemblies, construction waste recycling, and production of customized industrial and mining products.

We take pride in doing good things for the environment to help create a greener, more 
sustainable future for all.

It’s simple; we do it right. We AIM for excellence.

What we offer!

• A competitive wage(140-150,000), vacation, benefits and a 401k matching program
• The tools and support needed to be successful in your career and professional development
• A dynamic & rewarding work environment that is also a lot of fun!

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Controller to join our Finance team. Reporting to the Director of Finance, Controller will play a strategic role in financial leadership, performance management, and operational decision support across AIM’s operations. This position is responsible for overseeing financial reporting, driving cost optimization initiatives, strengthening internal controls, and leading accounting teams while acting as a trusted business partner to plant and operations leadership.

What you’re responsible for:

• Providing support to the Director of Finance in the accomplishment of all his responsibilities.
• Leading monthly, quarterly, and year-end financial close and reporting.
• Partnering with operations, plant management, procurement, and logistics teams to support performance and profitability.
• Delivering detailed cost analysis on scrap purchasing, production efficiency, inventory valuation, and transportation costs.
• Overseeing general ledger accuracy, balance sheet reconciliations, and financial data integrity.
• Leading and developing accounting teams, ensuring high performance, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Overseeing the processes related to the divisional accounts payable, accounts receivable, fixed asset management and intercompany transactions.
• To supervise government filings as required.
• To supervise year-end audit.
• Strengthen internal controls, governance frameworks, and audit readiness across the organization.

Qualifications

To join our team: 

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.
• CPA designation is a huge asset (or near completion with strong relevant experience).
• 5–8+ years of progressive experience in accounting or finance, preferably within industrial, manufacturing, recycling, or commodities environments.
• Proven experience leading and developing accounting or finance teams.
• Strong business acumen with the ability to translate financial data into operational insights.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and strong experience with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, or similar).
• Excellent communication skills in English, fluency in French would be a plus 
• Strong analytical, organizational, and stakeholder management skills.