Finance Manager, Analysis & Systems

Commissionaires Great Lakes; Oakville; Hybrid; CAD 75,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A non-profit security services organization in Ontario is seeking a Finance Manager, Analysis & Systems, to lead systems transformation and enhance finance processes. Ideal candidates will have a CPA designation and 3-5 years of experience post-qualification. This role offers mentorship and the opportunity to tackle complex financial challenges in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Health benefits

Three weeks paid vacation

Defined benefit pension plan

Employee & Family Assistance Program

Qualifications

• 3-5 years post-qualification experience in finance.
• Experience with ERP systems is preferred.
• Strong Excel skills and comfortable with data analysis.

Responsibilities

• Lead major systems transformation improving finance systems.
• Assist with contract performance analysis and margins.
• Prepare monthly management reports.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Communication

Project Management

Customer Service Orientation

Interpersonal Skills

Education

CPA designation

Tools

Excel

Power BI

SQL

Job description

Commissionaires Great Lakes (CGL) is a private, not-for-profit security services organization founded in 1925 on a mandate of providing meaningful employment to veterans. Spanning Central, South and Southwestern Ontario, our services are customized to respond to the dynamic and evolving security needs of both private and public sector clients. These include uniformed security guard, mobile services, by-law enforcement and identification services.

We are currently seeking a Finance Manager, Analysis & Systems to join our finance team. Be part of our finance transformation as we modernize and automate legacy systems and processes. Reporting to the Director of Finance, you\'ll coordinate the technical implementation of system improvements while learning CGL\'s business processes. This role combines hands-on project coordination with financial analysis, revenue management, and business partnership with the operations team. This opportunity is perfect for an ambitious CPA ready to accelerate their career in a dynamic growth environment.

This is more than a job—it's a career accelerator. Join us to not only to transform our finance function but your own professional trajectory through unparalleled mentorship and hands-on experience with complex business challenges.

This posting is for an existing vacancy.

Position Summary

• Job type: Full-time permanent
• Reports to: Director, Finance
• Anticipated start date: November 2025
• Salary: $75,000 to $80,000 plus benefits
• Hours of work: 8 am- 4 pm, Monday through Friday; Hybrid (1 day remote each week)
• Location: 2947 Portland Drive, Oakville

What You\'ll Learn & Develop

• Systems Implementation Leadership: Coordinate major systems transformation across the team.
• Contract Expertise: Master complex revenue recognition and compliance requirements.
• Strategic Finance Skills: Build business intelligence, forecasting, and analytical capabilities.
• Team Leadership: Develop management skills with a team of two—one Business Analyst who drives reporting and database management in the business, and an AR Specialist who controls contract accounting for the company.
• Customer Service: Support the operations team by ensuring smooth management of client queries.
• Business Partnering skills: You will be the business partner to our regional managers.
• Industry Knowledge: Your work will involve a deep dive into the Canadian security services sector.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Systems and Business Process Enhancement (40% of role)
• Lead major systems transformation
• Enhance CGL’s finance systems and build on existing functionality
• Support data migration planning and testing processes
• Assist with change management
• Help enhance/optimize system integration to drive team and organizational efficiency
• Work with external consultants on technical implementation

• Revenue Analysis & Government Contracts (30% of role)
• Develop expertise in complex contract accounting
• Learn government contract billing and revenue recognition
• Support compliance monitoring and reporting processes
• Assist with contract performance analysis and margins
• Develop revenue forecasting models with guidance
• Support commercial contract financial analysis
• Play a role in annual government contracts budget review process

• Financial Analysis & Reporting (20% of role)
• Prepare monthly management reports and variance analysis
• Support annual budgeting and regular forecasting
• Develop KPI dashboards and business performance metrics
• Assist with pricing analysis for new service offerings

• Team Coordination & Development (10% of role)
• Coordinate with Business Analyst and AR Specialist
• Learn team leadership skills through direct experience
• Collaborate effectively with Finance Manager (Operations & Controls)

Requirements

• Essential Requirements
  • Education: CPA designation with 3-5 years post-qualification experience
  • ERP Interest: ERP user experience; eager to learn implementation processes
  • Analytical Skills: Strong Excel skills, comfortable with data analysis
  • Growth Mindset: Curious, prepared to challenge the status quo and adapt AI/Tech solutions to improve business efficiency
  • Communication: Strong interpersonal skills for stakeholder coordination
  • Professional services industry experience a must (consulting, etc.)
• Preferred Qualifications
  • Security experience an advantage but not essential
  • Some exposure to government contracts or public sector
  • Project management exposure or change management experience
  • Power BI, SQL, or other data analysis tool familiarity
  • Interest in or exposure to technology platforms

Skills and Abilities (minimum requirements)

• Superior oral and written communication skills in English
• Strong customer/client service orientation
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to influence, motivate, and resolve conflict
• Strong management skills, including the ability to prioritize work and meet deadlines
• Excellent interviewing and negotiation skills
• Analytical skills with a problem-solving attitude
• Self-motivated with ability to function autonomously in a dynamic environment
• Results oriented with the ability to work under pressure
• Ability to use tact, diplomacy, discretion, and confidentiality.
• Strong computer skills (MS Office Suite, particularly Excel, and other software programs)

Benefits

• Health, drug, dental and other benefits
• Three weeks paid vacation per year
• Contribution-matched defined benefit pension plan
• Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP)

Working Conditions

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer
• Some after-hours work required
• Must be able to lift 15 pounds at a time

Applications will be accepted until 5:00pm on Wednesday, October 15, 2025.

We would like to thank all those who apply, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Commissionaires Great Lakes (CGL) is fully committed to abiding by all equal opportunity employment standards. Our employment policies strictly prohibit all forms of discrimination on any of the grounds in relevant laws. All our employment practices are solely based on individual merit and our organization's needs at the time.