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Controller

@ AdeptAg

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Chatham, Ontario

On-siteFull-time8+ years experience
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Overview

AdeptAg is hiring a full-time Controller to lead finance for its Plantech Control Solutions business unit, based primarily in Chatham, ON, across three divisions. The role owns the close, reporting, tax, cash, budgeting and operational finance, and leads the accounting team across sites. Candidates need a CPA, 8+ years of accounting experience and 3+ years as a Controller.

Responsibilities:

  • Lead monthly, quarterly and year-end closes and financial reporting
  • Manage weekly cash forecast, collections and company tax requirements
  • Lead annual budget and forecast updates with variance analysis
  • Oversee inventory, job costing, WIP and overhead accounting
  • Lead and develop the accounting team across sites

Requirements summary:

  • CPA designation and accounting, finance or related degree
  • 8+ years progressive accounting experience, including 3+ years as Controller
  • Manufacturing, industrial or project-based accounting background
  • Cash forecasting and working capital management experience
  • Strong Excel and ERP skills

Tools & skills

Sage IntacctExcel
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Employer posting date
2026-10-17
First seen by our source
2026-10-19
Source record updated
2026-10-19

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Job details

SeniorityLead
DepartmentFinance & accounting
Experience8+ years
Management experience3+ years
Manages peopleYes
Hours per week40 (estimated)
Travelground: minimal
Work settingOffice
PositionMostly sitting
Physical demandsphysical low · computer high
LanguagesEnglish
Licences & certificationsCPA
EducationBachelor’s degree (required)
Fields of studyAccounting, Finance

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AdeptAg

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Controlled Environment Production Solutions

Full company description

AdeptAg is the North American leader in turnkey design, automation solutions, controls, irrigation systems, and services for any of your controlled environment production needs.

LinkedIn followers
4,181
People associated on LinkedIn
56
Reported office locations
  • 300 Creekside Dr, Oberlin, Ohio 44074, US
  • 4881 Union Rd, Beamsville, Ontario L0R, CA
Business categories
  • Environmental Consulting
  • Field Support
  • Agriculture
  • GreenTech
Other recorded names
  • AdeptAg
Specialties
  • Controlled Environment Agriculture
  • Irrigation
  • Controls
  • and Greenhouse Automation
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Reported total investment
0

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AdeptAg is the North American leader in turnkey design, automation solutions, controls, irrigation systems, and services for any of your controlled environment production needs.

FieldValue
IndustryFarming
Company size51-200 employees
HeadquartersOberlin, Ohio
Organization typePrivately Held
Year founded2022
SpecialtiesControlled Environment Agriculture IrrigationControlsand Greenhouse Automation
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Job description

About the Role:

AdeptAg is looking for an experienced, hands-on Controller to lead finance for our Plantech Control Solutions business unit
consisting of three divisions, each with an on-site accounting team: JM Controls & Electric located in Chatham, ON,
where this role will be primarily based;
Plantech East located in Vineland, ON; and Plantech West located in Kingsville, ON. You'll own the close, reporting, tax, and cash, partner closely with operations, site leaders and the AdeptAg group team, and help shape how we scale our finance function. If you enjoy being close to the business and making processes better, we'd love to hear from you.

What You'll Do:

Financial Reporting & Close

  • Lead the business unit monthly, quarterly, and year-end closes, and deliver accurate, timely financial statements.
  • Review reconciliations, accruals, and journal entries; support consolidation and audits.
  • Drive consistent accounting practices across locations.

Cash Management,
Treasury, & Tax

  • Manage the weekly cash forecast, including project cash flows and related vendor payments.
  • Work with the Operations team and finance leadership on customer collections.
  • Lead all tax requirements for the company and partner with tax professionals to ensure timely and accurate tax filings.

Budgeting, Forecasting & Analysis

  • Lead the annual budget and forecast
    updates for your locations
    in conjunction with the AdeptAg group requirements.
  • Provide variance analysis, KPIs, and practical recommendations to management.
  • Support capital planning and spot opportunities to improve profitability.

Operational Finance

  • Oversee inventory accounting, job costing, WIP, and labour and overhead tracking.
  • Partner with operations leaders on cost control and project profitability.

Controls, Systems & Team

  • Maintain sound internal controls and financial policies.
  • Work with the Operations team to help
    make the most of Sage Intacct and look for ways to streamline and automate.
  • Lead and develop the accounting team across sites.

Education and Experience:

  • CPA designation and a degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
  • 8+ years of progressive accounting experience, including 3+ years as a Controller or in a similar leadership role.
  • Background in manufacturing, industrial, or project-based accounting, including inventory and job costing.
  • Experience with cash forecasting and working capital management.
  • Strong Excel and ERP skills, and a collaborative, hands-on leadership style.

Nice to Have:

  • Sage Intacct experience.
  • Multi-entity or multi-site experience, including Canadian and U.S. operations.

Physical Requirements:

  • Office Environment: Primarily an office-based role, with occasional visits to operational or project sites as needed.

Position Vacancy: This job posting is for an existing vacancy within AdeptAg.

Artificial Intelligence in Recruitment: AI is not used

Equal Opportunity & Accessibility: AdeptAg is committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruitment process.

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