Finance Manager - Permanent

LRO Staffing; Ottawa; Hybrid; CAD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental benefits

RRSP matching

Onsite parking

20 days vacation

Half-day Fridays

Job summary

LRO Staffing is seeking a Finance Manager for a growing manufacturing and defense client in Canada. The role leads Canadian financial accounting, reports, controls, and acts as a business partner to local leadership in a hands-on, collaborative environment with an international footprint.

You will manage ERP components, statutory accounts, audits, tax compliance, and cash flow, while driving process improvements and automation.

Qualifications

• CPA designation and 5+ years of financial management experience in manufacturing.
• Experience in defense sector is a strong asset.
• Strong knowledge of financial accounting, reporting, and compliance.
• Experience with ERP systems, MS Office, and financial reporting tools.

Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly financial statements (P&L, balance sheet) and supporting schedules.
• Provide analysis and reporting to support Canadian operations and decisions.
• Maintain strong controls and ensure accounting standards compliance.
• Manage ERP ledgers, COA, calendars, and year-end processes.
• Assist with statutory accounts and coordinate with external accountants.
• Present results in management reviews and support audits.
• Oversee accounts receivable and cash flow management.
• Identify process improvements and leverage ERP automation.

Skills

Financial analysis

Financial reporting

ERP systems

MS Office

Communication

Leadership

Security clearance

Education

CPA

Job description

Finance Manager - Permanent - 19343

About the Opportunity

Our client, a growing organization in the manufacturing and defense sector, is seeking a Finance Manager for an existing vacancy within its growing Canadian operations.

The Finance Manager will oversee the financial accounting function for the Canadian business while acting as a key financial partner to the local leadership team. This is a hands‑on role with responsibility for financial reporting, compliance, cash flow, financial controls and continuous improvement.

Duties include but are not limited to:

• Prepare accurate and timely monthly financial reporting, including P&L, balance sheet and supporting financial schedules
• Provide financial analysis and reporting to support business decisions and Canadian operations
• Maintain strong financial controls and ensure compliance with applicable accounting standards
• Manage the financial components of the ERP system, including ledgers, chart of accounts, financial calendars, period/year-end rollovers and financial mappings
• Assist with the preparation of statutory accounts in conjunction with external accountants
• Present financial results during monthly business reviews and other management meetings as required
• Support annual and half-year financial audits
• Manage statutory tax compliance, including required filings and payments
• Liaise with the Finance team regarding shared services and Canadian financial requirements
• Manage accounts receivable/debtor positions and cash flow
• Complete monthly balance sheet reconciliations and ensure outstanding items are resolved promptly
• Partner with the Canadian team to maintain effective financial management and controls
• Review financial processes and identify opportunities to improve efficiency and effectiveness
• Recommend and support the implementation of process improvements
• Identify opportunities to leverage ERP functionality and automation

About You

• CPA
• 5+ years of financial management experience within a small to medium-sized manufacturing environment
• Experience within the defense industry would be considered a strong asset
• Strong financial accounting, reporting and compliance knowledge
• Experience working with ERP systems, Microsoft Office and financial reporting tools
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to work effectively with both operational and senior leadership teams
• A hands‑on, collaborative approach and the ability to work effectively within an international organization
• Must currently hold or be able to obtain Canadian security clearance, Secret Preferred

About the Job

• Salary: $100,000 to $140,000 per year, depending on experience
• Hybrid work environment
• Medical and dental benefits from day one
• 20 days of annual vacation
• Half-day Fridays
• RRSP matching program
• Free onsite parking

LROACC

LRO Staffing values fairness, confidentiality, and human judgment in every stage of our hiring process. We do not use automated or AI-driven screening tools to assess applications. Each submission is reviewed by an experienced recruiter to ensure a thoughtful and equitable evaluation of every candidate.

Thank you for your interest in this role. One of our Recruiters will be in touch with you if your profile meets the requirements for the role and the expectations of our clients. Please note that all candidates must be permitted to work in Canada to be considered for this opportunity.

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