Finance Manager

Employment Network Canada Inc.; Winnipeg; Hybrid; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Employment Network Canada Inc. is seeking a Finance Manager to lead the finance function for a fast-growing manufacturing equipment provider serving Canada, the USA and international clients.

You can work remotely or on-site in Regina, Winnipeg or Alberta, with occasional travel to head office locations. You will supervise day-to-day financial operations, support the senior management team with budgeting, forecasting and reporting, ensure tax compliance, and optimize ERP usage.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in a Controller/Finance Manager or senior finance role.
• Strong knowledge of Canadian financial reporting standards (ASPE/IFRS) and tax compliance.
• Experience with budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and oversee day-to-day financial operations with compliance to policies.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements, including reporting and variance analysis.
• Lead budgeting and forecasting cycles with rolling forecasts and scenario planning.
• Monitor cash flow, treasury and working capital to maintain liquidity.
• Ensure tax compliance and external reporting for Canada, USA, and offshore locations.
• Supervise accounting staff and optimize ERP usage.

Skills

Leadership

Financial acumen

Budgeting

Forecasting

Strategic planning

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Finance or Accounting

CPA designation (strongly preferred)

Tools

ERP systems

Excel

Job description

As Finance Manager, (working remotely or in Regina, Winnipeg or Alberta based) your Leadership skills and Financial acumen will play a key role in the continued growth and success of our Client, a respected manufacturer and provider of specialized equipment to clients within Canada, the USA and internationally.

Enjoy leading a fast-paced entrepreneurial organization that offers challenge, strategic insights and growth opportunities, as well as stability in being part of a well-established umbrella corporation.

As Finance Manager, you will

• Provide leadership, accounting and oversee the day-to-day financial operations of the organization, ensuring accuracy and compliance with all group policies, legislative requirements and financial reporting standards.
• Support the senior executive team by demonstrating strong financial expertise and professional advice in planning, financial management, budget development, forecasting and reporting. Provide financial insights and analyses to support strategic decision-making.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements, including margin and variance reporting. Lead the budgeting and forecasting cycle, providing rolling forecasts and scenario analysis.
• Monitor cash flow, treasury and working capital to ensure strong liquidity and financial health.
• Ensure compliance with tax regulations, audits and external reporting requirements for locations in Canada, USA and offshore.
• Oversee and assist accounting employees, processes and activities in accounts payables, accounts receivables and data entry functions. Instill a positive, motivated work environment.
• Gain proficiency in utilizing and optimizing the use of the financial ERP software system.
• Collaborate with and build strong relationships with other leaders and managers. Serve as a strong representative of the organization, as one of the operating companies reporting to the corporate executive team.
• Develop a comprehensive knowledge and understanding of the internal workings of the organization and departments to support and contribute to new ideas, plans and business strategies.
• Demonstrate exemplary management, team and relationship building skills. Build and maintain positive relationships with bank representatives, accounting firms, valuations firms, tax authorities, legal representatives and lawyers, government agencies, sales representatives, customers and suppliers.
• Willingness to work on-site or remote, with travel occassionaly to other company locations. Travel occasionally to other company locations (Head office in Sask).

EDUCATION:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field. An equivalent combination of skills and experience will be considered.
• CPA designation, or active progress toward CPA is strongly preferred. Strong analytical skills and motivated to produce high quality work.

EXPERIENCE:

• 5+ years of experience in a Controller, Finance Manager or senior Finance role, preferably within a fast-paced manufacturing, industrial services and/or equipment supply organization.
• Strong working knowledge of Canadian financial reporting standards, i.e. ASPE or IFRS, CRA tax compliance, Canadian and U.S. payroll and USA state tax filing compliance.

COMPUTER/TECHNICAL

• Hands on experience with ERP systems and advanced Excel skills.

DESIRED ATTRIBUTES:

• Highly motivated and respected financial leader with a proactive mindset and strong information gathering, analytical skills and objective perspective.
• Demonstrated financial acumen, knowledge and professionalism in supporting the senior management team. Learns, asks questions and facilitates effective decision making.
• Career driven, enjoys a challenge and takes ownership. Proven ability to manage multiple projects and effectively prioritize in a fast paced, deadline oriented and changing business environment.
• Positive and collaborative, with strong communications and interpersonal skills.

Hours of work – Mon-Fri 8-5:00. Work on-site or remote...Winnipeg, Regina or Alberta based - with travel to other locations 1x/quarter.

Comprehensive remuneration plan, benefits, annual performance bonus and more!

Join a work culture focused on providing exceptional Client service through continuous learning, collaboration, respect and challenging ideas. This team commitment has resulted in a high quality of expertise, insight and solutions. and many trusted long-term Client relationships!