Job Description

The Finance Manager will report to the Controller and will be a member of the finance leadership team providing guidance to the reporting, billing & collections and accounts payable teams. The candidate will assist the financial and operational reporting, and day-to-day management and support external audits. These responsibilities should be implemented efficiently, respecting deadlines, and provide reliable and accurate financial information.

Responsibilities

• Work with the Controller providing management and leadership for the monthly, quarterly, and annual financials including KPI, budget to actuals and board reporting
• Provide guidance to the billing, collections and accounts payable teams which includes but is not limited to training, personal development, assigning duties & tasks.
• Manage the payroll and expense function
• Responsible for the successful adoption of new tools, systems, and operational processes.
• Responsible for the filing, payment, revision, and validation of all sales tax amounts owing to all applicable tax jurisdictions.
• Preparation of internal and external financial and analytical reports.
• Maintain and develop standard accounting procedures to ensure compliance with accounting policies and improve financial operations
• Involved in preparing the yearly budget
• Other duties that may be assigned

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree and CPA preferred
• At least 5 years of work experience
• Working competency with Canadian Accounting Standards for Private Enterprises
• Experience in a start-up

Skills & Experience

• Demonstrated leadership abilities to coach, mentor and lead a team.
• Maintain current knowledge of industry trends, concepts, practices and procedures and potential impact on business.
• Ability to maintain a high level of accuracy.
• Disciplinary and ability in meeting deadlines.
• Excellent interpersonal & communications skills.
• Attention to detail.
• Possess cultural awareness and sensitivity.
• Demonstrate sound work ethics.