Finance Manager - Permanent - 19343

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

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work environment

Medical and dental benefits

20 days vacation

Half-day Fridays

RRSP matching

Free onsite parking

Job summary

LRO Staffing, on behalf of its Canadian manufacturing and defense client, is seeking a Finance Manager to oversee the financial accounting for the Canadian business. The role is hands-on, partnering with local leadership to ensure accurate reporting, strong controls and compliance.

The ideal candidate holds a CPA and 5+ years of financial management in manufacturing, with ERP experience and comfort with audits, tax compliance, and process improvements.

Qualifications

• CPA designation required.
• 5+ years of financial management experience in small- to mid-sized manufacturing.
• Experience in the defense industry is a strong asset.
• Strong accounting, reporting and compliance knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Oversee monthly financial reporting including P&L and balance sheet.
• Provide analyses to support Canadian operations decisions.
• Maintain strong financial controls and ensure compliance with accounting standards.
• Manage ERP ledgers, chart of accounts and year-end mappings.
• Assist with statutory accounts and audits.
• Lead process improvements and ERP automation opportunities.

Skills

Strong analytical skills

Excellent communication

Education

CPA

Tools

ERP systems

Microsoft Office

Financial reporting tools

Job description

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

The successful candidate will have the following:

• 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
• 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