Financial Director

Trindent Consulting; Toronto; On-site; CAD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A global management consulting firm is seeking a Financial Director based in Toronto, Ontario. The role requires leading financial planning and analysis, managing accounting operations, and ensuring compliance with government reporting requirements. Candidates must hold a Chartered Accountant or CPA designation and possess 8-10 years of relevant experience. Strong skills in QuickBooks and Excel are essential. The firm values an accessible and inclusive environment for all employees.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8-10 years of Accounting and Financial Planning and Analysis experience.
• Experience managing a team or a department.
• Strong knowledge of accounting practices for financial reporting and forecasting.

Responsibilities

• Lead and execute financial planning, budgeting, and variance analysis.
• Oversee all Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, and Payroll functions.
• Comply with local, provincial, and federal government reporting requirements.

Skills

QuickBooks

Ceridian

Microsoft Office (Excel)

Strong analytical skills

Strong organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

Chartered Accountant (CA) or CPA

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field

Job description

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Trindent Consulting is a global management consulting firm that specializes in technical augmentation in the energy sector, specifically downstream Oil & Gas. We’ve helped over 100 clients in the United States & Canada achieve significant financial benefits that yield between 500-1500% return-on-investment within the 1st year – and we’ve done that without capital investments or software changes of any kind. Established in 2008, Trindent Consulting has quickly garnered a reputation as a firm that Makes It Happen™. We are ranked as one of Canada’s Fastest-Growing Companies by Canadian Business and GROWTH 500 for 7 years in a row and named one of the Fastest-Growing Consulting Firms by Consulting Magazine in 2015 through 2020.

Responsibilities

Corporate Finance

• Lead, manage, and execute the financial planning, forecasting, budgeting processes and variance analysis.
• Prepare financial statement variance analysis and present to senior management.
• Produce monthly financial statements, develop financial management strategies, monitor expenditures and cash flows.
• Establish and oversee financial controls to monitor accuracy of financial information, reports and workflows.
• Liaise with all external and internal stakeholders to create full financial transparency and recommend appropriate course of action when results differ from plan.
• Responsible for all areas of credit analysis and reporting.

Accounting Operations

• Oversee and manage all Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable and Payroll functions.
• Responsible for reviewing and updating all General Ledger accounts.
• Prepare all monthly journal entries and ensure all necessary documentation support journal entries and general ledger balances.
• Ensure timely closing on monthly, quarterly, and annual basis.
• Manage all government reporting and remittance obligations.
• Manage the vendor contract process.

Reporting and Tax Compliance

• Comply with all local, provincial, and federal government reporting requirements and tax filings (Canada & US).
• Ensure the preparation of and filing of mandatory government reporting deadlines are met (i.e., Corporate, sales and payroll, taxes, etc.).
• Ensure timely and accurate financial reporting for all internal and external purposes (consolidated and non-consolidated basis).
• Analyze and interpret financial and operating metrics.

Internal Controls

• Streamline accounting and financial operations.
• Establish, monitor, and enforce Risk Control policies, procedures, and internal controls.
• Implement process improvement to maximize business savings and quality controls.
• Participate in business decisions to support the development of business objectives.

Qualifications

• A Chartered Accountant (CA) or a Chartered Professional Accountant designation (CPA) is required.
• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field is required.
• Minimum 8-10 years of Accounting and Financial Planning and Analysis experience, including managing a team or a department.
• Highly proficient with QuickBooks and Ceridian.
• Superior working knowledge of accounting practices as applied to consolidated financial and management reporting, cash flow forecasting, financial statement analysis and interpretation.
• Experience with U.S subsidiaries, transfer pricing and US payroll reporting requirements.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to effectively communicate across all levels / departments within the organization.
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to establish priorities with little direction in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office specifically Excel and very proficient dealing with large sums of data.
• Strong analytical skills with an aptitude for numbers and accuracy on reviews.
• Strong ability to problem-solve and to make day to day decisions related to their work.
• Experience in a consulting firm or professional services environment is an asset.

Accessibility and Inclusive Environment

Trindent Consulting is committed to providing an accessible, respectful and inclusive environment for all employees and job applicants. We will provide reasonable accommodation if required. If you require any specific accommodation due to a disability or a medical need during the application process, please contact us.