Commercial Finance Manager

Precinmac; Guelph; Remote; CAD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading precision manufacturing firm is seeking a Commercial Finance Manager in Guelph, Canada. The role involves analyzing financial performance, leading strategy development, and working cross-functionally. The ideal candidate should have a strong background in finance, preferably within the aerospace or defense sectors, a keen analytical mind, and excellent communication skills. This position is remote with travel required.

Benefits

Competitive total compensation package

Multiple medical, dental & vision plan options

Company-paid life insurance

Discretionary quarterly bonuses

Career growth opportunities

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in FP&A or corporate finance roles.
• Experience in manufacturing, aerospace, or defense sectors.
• Ability to operate in a collaborative, hands-on environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage analysis of low margin parts and develop strategies for improvement.
• Monitor sales and commercial performance metrics.
• Lead development of standardized pricing and cost models.

Skills

Analytical skills

Financial acumen

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

ERP systems proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance or Accounting

MBA and/or CPA/CFA preferred

Tools

Microsoft Excel

BI Tools

OLAP database

Job description

Overview

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Precinmac is a leading supplier of mission-critical, precision machined components used in the aerospace and defense, semiconductor, and automation equipment sectors. We specialize in manufacturing uniquely designed high tolerance precision machined components and assemblies, with a focus on continuous improvement, on-time delivery, and the highest possible quality and consistency.

We are looking for a Commercial Finance Manager who has a drive for excellence and experience in corporate financial strategy.

The Commercial Finance Manager will play a key role in supporting the commercial strategy of the business by providing deep analytical insights, developing tools to drive decision-making, and supporting long-term planning. This role requires a strong analytical background, financial acumen, and the ability to partner with cross-functional teams in a fast-paced environment.

What We Offer

• A Competitive total compensation package
• Multiple medical, dental & vision plan options
• Company-paid life, short- and long-term disability insurance
• 401(k) with generous company match
• Discretionary quarterly bonuses based on performance
• Career growth opportunities in a fast-evolving environment
• A mission-driven, values-based company culture (Trust, Gratitude, Action, Growth, Excellence)

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Manage a process to track and analyze low margin parts, working with the sites to develop strategies for margin improvement and to monitor progress to achieving improvements.
• Monitor and report sales and commercial performance metrics, highlighting trends and areas for improvement.
• Lead the development of a standardized pricing tool to improve consistency and competitiveness and alignment with strategic objectives across product lines.
• Lead in the development of a standardized cost model to develop standard work across the business.
• Conduct sales history analysis and prepare insights to support pricing, contract negotiations, and forecasting.
• Develop standard and ad-hoc reporting documents on commercial activities in support of commercial, Executive Leadership Team and board meetings.
• Manage 5-year revenue plan, working closely with site teams to update assumptions on an annual basis and highlight significant changes and propose new objectives to achieve the long-term objectives of the business.
• Perform ad-hoc studies on the orderbook, contract terms, and other commercial topics to inform leadership decision-making.
• Partner with legal and finance teams to ensure compliance with FAR / DFARS and audit requirements.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting or a related field; MBA and / or CPA / CFA preferred.
• 5+ years of progressive experience in FP&A or corporate finance roles, preferably within manufacturing, aerospace and defense sectors.
• The ability to operate within the company’s culture is characterized by hands-on teamwork with sense of urgency, mutual support, flexibility, candor, and relative absence of hierarchy.
• Personal characteristics include high energy, ethical standards, superior communications skills (both verbal and written), superior interpersonal skills, collaborative influence style, and self-confidence.
• Strategically minded with sound technical skills, analytical ability, good judgment, and strong operational focus.
• A willingness and ability to share information, train, and serve as a mentor.
• A decisive individual who possesses a "big picture" perspective and is well versed in OLAP database for reporting, BI Tools, and manufacturing ERP systems along with proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• Ability to travel 25-50%

This is a remote position with some travel required.

For information on Precinmac, including more information on employee benefits and our company culture, visit our website at

Precinmac is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.