Finance Lead

Personnel Search Ltd.; Saint John; On-site; CAD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading finance company is seeking a Finance Lead to join their Saint John team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for delivering financial insights and building models to support strategic initiatives. This role requires a strong analytical mindset, with a solid background in finance and a CPA designation being an asset.

Qualifications

• 4–7 years of experience in financial planning, reporting, and analysis.
• Strong command of financial modeling and performance metrics.
• CPA designation is a strong asset.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and interpret financial data to assess performance.
• Build and refine financial models for forecasting.
• Ensure compliance with internal financial controls.

Skills

Financial modeling

Financial analysis

Communication

Collaboration

Education

University degree in Finance or Accounting

Tools

Excel

Financial systems (ERP experience)

Job description

Financial Lead, CPA

Saint John, NB

Are you a finance professional with a sharp analytical mindset and a passion for driving strategic business outcomes? Our client currently has an opening for Finance Lead to join their team in Saint John, NB.

As the Finance Lead, you will be responsible for delivering clear financial insights, building forward-looking models, and translating complex data into actionable recommendations. You’ll monitor both internal performance metrics and external market conditions to help steer the organization through an evolving economic landscape. From budgeting and forecasting to risk evaluation and regulatory compliance, your expertise will support key business strategies and outcomes.

What You’ll Do:

• Analyze and interpret financial data to assess organizational performance and identify improvement opportunities.
• Monitor economic trends and assess their implications for business planning and risk management.
• Build and refine dynamic financial models to support forecasting and scenario planning.
• Partner with senior leadership to inform budgeting, strategic initiatives, and operational reviews.
• Ensure adherence to internal financial controls and compliance standards.

What You Bring:

• A university degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field.
• 4–7 years of experience in financial planning, reporting, and analysis in a corporate setting.
• A strong command of financial modeling and business performance metrics.
• An understanding of how economic factors influence financial outcomes.
• Advanced skills in Excel and financial systems (ERP experience a plus).
• Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to collaborate across functions and influence leadership.
• A CPA designation is considered a strong asset.