Director, Finance and Treasury

Terrestar Solutions; Quebec; On-site; CAD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading telecommunications firm in Canada is seeking a Director of Finance and Treasury. This role involves managing liquidity, developing financial models, and overseeing financial risk. Ideal candidates will possess a degree in finance or economics, at least 15 years of relevant experience, and certifications like CPA or CFA. The position offers competitive compensation and numerous perks, including flexible working culture and health programs.

Benefits

Flexible working culture

Paid holidays

Health programs including virtual support

Qualifications

• Minimum 15 years of relevant experience in finance.
• Expertise in business valuations and financial instruments.
• Strong knowledge of the telecommunications industry ecosystem.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain complex financial models.
• Manage relationships with financial institutions.
• Analyze financial performance and provide recommendations.
• Prepare detailed financial reports for management.

Skills

Financial modeling

Negotiation with financial institutions

Team management

Risk management

Analytical skills

Business acumen

Education

University degree in economics or finance

CPA certification

CFA certification

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Terrestar represents a veritable constellation of talent dedicated people who are eager to explore new horizons and take bold, new paths while charting the future of telecommunications.

To achieve that, we harness leading-edge technologies to enable seamless direct-to-mobile satellite communications and the Internet of Things.

Our mission: to connect everyone everywhere to their world.

If you think you might be a good fit, why not join our team!

Reporting to the Vice President Finance, the Director Finance and Treasury leads the management of the company’s liquidity and cash flow. This person ensures financial coverage and funding needs while optimizing inflows and outflows.

As a finance expert, the Director plays a key role in developing and managing the company’s business plan by building complex financial models that support strategic decision-making and value creation. The incumbent manages relationships with financial institutions, oversees due diligence reviews, analyzes financial performance, and prepares detailed reports for senior leadership. Expertise in the telecommunications industry is essential for success in this role.

This role also includes managing financial risks including foreign exchange exposure and overseeing investments.

Main Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain complex financial models to support strategic decision-making.
• Manage relationships with financial institutions and negotiate financing terms.
• Analyze financial performance and provide recommendations to improve operational efficiency.
• Collaborate with internal departments to ensure a shared understanding of financial goals and performance indicators.
• Prepare detailed financial reports for management and external stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations and telecommunications industry standards.
• Work closely with the CEO, executive team, and other stakeholders to support the delivery of the business plan (optimal capital structure, cost of capital, and access to liquidity).

Assume all related responsibilities.

COMPETENCY PROFILE AND MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Education/Experience/Certification

• University degree in economics, finance, or a related field.
• Minimum of 15 years of relevant experience.
• CPA and CFA (Chartered Financial Analyst) certifications are strong assets.

Other Qualifications

• Proficient in financial modeling and financing instruments.
• Comprehensive mastery of financial instruments (issued capital, debt, bonds), with a focus on optimizing capital structure.
• Expertise in business valuation, including tangible and intangible asset valuation (spectrum), future profitability, and market pricing.
• Skilled in analyzing balance sheets and financial statements.
• In-depth knowledge of the telecommunications industry ecosystem and literacy.
• Excellent proficiency of Microsoft Excel.
• Experience negotiating with banks and other financial institutions.

Skills Required

Adapted to his or her level and field of expertise, the incumbent must possess the following competencies:

• Ability to develop constantly in a spirit of continuous learning.
• Generates value and has an innovative spirit.
• Demonstrates sound management of organizational risk and IT security.
• Has a service approach.
• Team player and collaborative.

Plans and organizes work autonomously, rigorously and agilely.

Has a strong business acumen.

• Demonstrates strong team management skills.
• Ability to lead through change and uncertainty.
• Values diversity and empathy.
• Promotes growth and learning.
• Drive strategy and execution.

At Terrestar, we’re all about our people!

In addition to enjoying fair, competitive, direct compensation, you'll have access to our incentive plan from the moment you're hired.

You’ll also enjoy:

• an open working culture that offers flexibility in terms of when and where you work;
• numerous paid holidays throughout the year;
• varied health programs including yearly check-ups and virtual 24/7 support.

Above all, you’ll have the opportunity to learn, to grow, and to innovate in ways that will help shape the world of telecommunications.

At Terrestar, the future of telecom is close at hand.