Director – Financial Reporting

Jobtailor; Montreal (administrative region); On-site; CAD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor in Montreal, Canada is seeking an experienced finance leader to oversee accounting activities for the Canada Finance team and drive internal financial reporting.

You will develop and update financial plans, forecasts and budgets, manage audits, ensure compliance with Canadian disclosure requirements, and lead a high-performing team across Canada.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting.
• 10+ years of accounting/finance experience.
• Consolidation experience required.
• Bilingual in English and French.
• Proficiency with SAP.
• Experience with Power BI or Tableau is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Oversee accounting activities and reporting for Canada Finance.
• Lead communications related to accounting and internal reporting for Canadian operations.
• Develop and update financial plans, forecasts, budgets, and initiatives.
• Identify issues and provide feedback on quarterly results and projections.
• Consolidate, analyze, and review financial data and metrics for Canada's annual budget.
• Oversee audits and ensure Canadian disclosure compliance.
• Serve as liaison between Finance and Operations/Development stakeholders.
• Lead financial reporting with two direct reports.

Skills

Bilingual EN/FR

Autonomy

Leadership

Communication

Project Management

Problem Solving

Presentation Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Tools

SAP

Power BI

Tableau

BOFC

Job description

• Oversee all accounting activities and reporting obligations for the Canada Finance team.
• Lead and manage communications related to all accounting and internal financial reporting for Canadian operations.
• Develop and update financial plans, forecasts, budgets, ongoing activities and projects, as well as other forward‑looking forecasts and initiatives.
• Identify issues and provide feedback to senior management on quarterly financial results, forecasts, and projections.
• Identify, recruit, develop, and retain talent to ensure a high‑performing team.
• Coach and develop other team members.
• Ensure the accuracy of forecasts and the reconciliation of budget‑to‑actual results and historical data for Canadian operations.
• Oversee audits, resolve audit issues, and manage compliance with Canadian disclosure requirements.
• Ensure that all internal and external reporting requirements are met.
• Consolidate, analyze, and review financial data and metrics for Canada's annual operating budget.
• Lead reviews, analyze, and communicate cost reports for organizational projects.
• Oversee, develop, and document processes while implementing scalable technology solutions.
• Serve as the primary liaison between the Finance function and the business, including the Operations and Development stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with reporting requirements for internal and external purposes, including reports for partners and lenders.
• Lead financial reporting and accounting services in Canada, with two direct reports in management positions.
• Contribute to the development of the Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) budget.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting.
• At least 10 years of experience in an accounting or finance role.
• Experience with consolidation required.
• Experience with Power BI or Tableau is an asset.
• Ability to work and communicate with all levels of the organization with a high degree of autonomy.
• Ability to respond and make decisions with limited information in high‑pressure situations.
• Proficiency in SAP required.
• Experience with BOFC is an asset.
• Ability to process large volumes of data.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and assignments simultaneously, meet deadlines, and deliver high‑quality work.
• Strong business acumen, problem‑solving, and presentation skills.
• Excellent leadership skills across and within departments.
• High standards, integrity, and ethics.
• Initiative and results‑oriented mindset.
• Bilingual in English and French.
• Must be able to remain seated or standing in front of a computer for reasonable periods while typing and reading.
• Must regularly walk or stand.
• Proficiency with various Microsoft software and programs, telephones, and standard office equipment.

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in financial planning, analysis, and reporting, with a strong focus on compliance and accuracy in accounting practices. Proven ability to lead teams, manage multiple projects, and communicate effectively across all organizational levels.

Highest‑signal resume keywords

• Bachelor's Degree In Accounting
• 10+ Years Of Experience In Accounting Or Finance
• Proficiency In SAP
• Experience With Consolidation
• Bilingual In English And French

ATS Optimization Keywords

Hard Skills

• Financial Planning
• Budgeting
• Forecasting
• Data Analysis
• Cost Reporting
• Audit Management
• Compliance Management
• Problem‑Solving
• Presentation Skills
• Project Management

Soft Skills

• Excellent Communication Skills
• Leadership Skills
• High Standards And Integrity
• Initiative And Results‑Oriented Mindset
• Ability To Work Autonomously

Industry Keywords

• Financial Reporting
• Accounting Services
• Canadian Disclosure Requirements
• Internal Financial Reporting
• Operational Budget

Tools & Technologies

• Power BI
• Tableau
• SAP
• BOFC
• Microsoft Software