VP – Finance and Administration

David Aplin Recruiting; Calgary; On-site; CAD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Vice President of Finance & Administration to shape corporate strategy and oversee critical functions such as finance, budgeting, and IT. The role involves significant leadership responsibilities and requires extensive experience in accounting and management. The successful candidate will work closely with the Executive team to drive business performance and ensure compliance.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of previous accounting experience.
• 10+ years of supervisory experience of 3+ person teams.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Senior Management to set strategic objectives.
• Lead the annual budgeting process and provide financial insights.
• Ensure timely delivery of financial reports and compliance.

Skills

Communication

Problem-solving

Organizational Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Business Acumen

Ethics and Integrity

Education

University degree with professional accounting qualification

Tools

Power BI

Job description

Join a top employer & advance your career! Our client, a leader in the field, has partnered with Aplin to hire a Vice President, Finance & Administration based in Saskatoon, SK.

As a pivotal member of the Executive team, the VP of Finance and Administration reports directly to the organization’s President. This role is instrumental in shaping corporate strategy and overseeing critical functions including finance, budgeting, banking, accounting, administration, IT, and tax management across the organization and its affiliates. The VP of Finance and Administration is a trusted fiduciary, initiating proactive conversations that drive business performance enhancements and mitigate risks.

Direct Reports :

• Administrative Analyst Lead (1-2 positions)

Responsibilities :

Leadership and Strategic Oversight :

• Collaborate with the Senior Management team to set and achieve strategic objectives.
• Provide leadership, guidance, and professional development opportunities to direct reports.
• Oversee risk management, and IT operations (including cybersecurity), and drive continuous improvements in systems and processes.
• Lead the annual budgeting process and provide financial education and guidance to stakeholders.
• Offer informed financial insights and advice to the President and Senior Management team.

Financial Management and Oversight :

• Analyze financial variances and oversee billing and account management.
• Provide timely and accurate financial reporting and recommendations to support decision-making.
• Support the sales team with data-driven pricing strategies and profitability assessments.
• Ensure efficient accounts receivable management and optimize cash flow and working capital.

Reporting and Compliance :

• Ensure timely and accurate delivery of monthly and annual financial reports.
• Foster strong relationships with the Board of Directors and Executive Leadership Team.
• Lead monthly forecasting processes and coordinate audit schedules and analyses.
• Manage mergers and acquisitions processes and ensure compliance with government reporting requirements.
• Oversee profit-sharing, bonus programs, and commission calculations, and maintain the integrity of the general ledger for strategic decision-making.

Travel : Approximately 25% of travel is required to branches and the Calgary head office

Qualifications :

• A University degree with a professional accounting qualification (CA, CMA, CGA, CPA, or equivalent)
• 15+ years of previous accounting experience
• 10+ years of supervisory experience of 3+ person teams
• Experience in a commission sales-based environment would be an advantage
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Creative problem solver ability to take financial information identify gaps and opportunities sharing information in a timely and relevant manner to support business opportunities
• Self-motivated, flexible, ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment under minimal supervision
• Able to interact seamlessly and with a professional demeanor across a broad range of individuals including members of the operations team, Senior Management team and Board of Directors
• Intermediate to advanced experience with Office products including Power BI or other data analytic tools
• Business Acumen : Understands industry trends and market dynamics.
• Ethics and Integrity : Upholds ethical standards and acts with integrity in all interactions.
• Technical Expertise : Possesses advanced technical knowledge and skills.
• Interpersonal Skills : Builds and maintains effective relationships, resolving conflicts diplomatically.
• Organizational Skills : Efficiently manages resources and coordinates multiple activities.
• Problem-solving : Applies rigorous logic to analyze complex issues and identify effective solutions.
• Listening and Accountability : Actively listens to stakeholders and demonstrates ownership in achieving results.

Aplin is an award-winning employment agency dedicated to connecting diverse, top-tier talent with exceptional organizations across North America. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and there are no fees to apply for our jobs or to engage with our recruiters in finding a new career. Companies hire us to help them expand and diversify their teams. All applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada, which includes having the appropriate documentation, such as a work permit.