Financial Reporting Systems Manager

AutoCanada; Edmonton; Hybrid; CAD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive dealer group in Canada is seeking a Manager for Financial Reporting Systems to oversee financial reporting strategies and optimizations. This role involves close interaction with IT and financial teams to ensure robust reporting systems, with a focus on OneStream. Candidates must have at least 5 years of relevant experience, including a bachelor's degree, strong analytical skills, and the ability to work in a dynamic environment. This position can be based in Edmonton or remote, and offers a competitive compensation package.

Benefits

Competitive Compensation and Benefits Package

Employee Vehicle Purchase & Service Plans

Employee and Family Assistance Programs

Professional development opportunities

Company-wide appreciation events

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in financial systems, accounting, or financial reporting.
• Deep understanding of accounting principles including IFRS, GAAP.
• Experience with internal controls, compliance, and audit processes.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary subject matter expert for OneStream.
• Collaborate with IT to gather requirements for financial reporting systems.
• Ensure data accuracy and maintain controls in financial reporting.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Information Systems

MBA or Master's degree

Tools

OneStream

Excel

Oracle Fusion

CDK

Sage

Job description

Join the ride!

Position: Manager, Financial Reporting Systems
Location: AutoCanada Corporate Office, Edmonton or Remote
Classification: Full Time, Remote

• Immediate Vacancy
• Salary Range: Salary + Bonus to be discussed

AutoCanada is the largest Canadian owned and publicly traded automotive dealer group operating in Canada and the US. We are innovative, data-driven, and our commitment to our Team Members, customers, and operational excellence fuels our success.

Our Corporate Team plays an important role in our company’s growth and stewards the AutoCanada brand across all lines of business in our national network. Working here is fast-paced, non-stop, and a little unpredictable—and we love it.

Your area of focus

The Manager of Financial Reporting Systems is a critical role responsible for the overall strategy, optimization, and administration of the company's financial reporting systems, with a strong focus on the OneStream platform. This individual will bridge the gap between financial reporting and IT, ensuring that financial reporting systems effectively support business objectives, financial reporting, and analysis, while maintaining data integrity and compliance. This role will lead initiatives to enhance system functionality, streamline processes, and provide expert support to finance and business stakeholders.

What drives your day-to-day?

1. OneStream Administration & Optimization: Serve as the primary subject matter expert and technical administrator for the OneStream platform for close, consolidation, and reporting. Oversee the ongoing maintenance, configuration, and enhancement of OneStream, including metadata management, dimensionality, cubes, workflows, and data loads. Lead or participate in OneStream implementation projects, upgrades, and patches, from planning to go-live, ensuring seamless integration with other enterprise applications (ERP systems, data lakehouse). Design, develop, and maintain OneStream solutions, including financial reports, dashboards, input forms, data integrations, and custom functionalities. Perform rigorous testing and data validation to ensure accuracy, performance, and security across all OneStream environments.
2. System Strategy & Development: Collaborate closely with IT, information management, and business stakeholders to gather requirements and translate business needs into technical specifications and solutions within OneStream. Provide strategic input on financial transformation initiatives, identifying opportunities to leverage OneStream and other financial systems for improved efficiency, governance, and insights. Develop and define technical standards and best practices for OneStream implementations and usage. Stay current with OneStream releases, features, and functionalities, recommending and implementing relevant improvements.
3. Support & Training: Provide technical support and troubleshoot end-user issues related to OneStream and other financial systems. Develop and deliver new user and ongoing training programs to maximize user adoption and proficiency. Create and maintain comprehensive system documentation, including standard operating procedures and user guides.
4. Data Integrity & Controls: Ensure data accuracy, consistency, and security across all financial systems, with particular attention to data flowing into and out of OneStream. Maintain effective internal controls over financial reporting processes within the financial systems environment. Manage risk and compliance exposure across reporting processes.
5. Project Management & Leadership: Lead or contribute to financial reporting systems projects, managing scope, timelines, resources, and deliverables. Mentor and guide junior team members, fostering their development in financial reporting systems expertise. Communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders, translating complex technical information into understandable terms.

What are the must-haves…

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Information Systems, or a related field. An MBA or Master's degree in Accounting (or equivalent) is a plus.
• 5+ years of progressive experience in financial systems, accounting, or financial reporting, with a strong emphasis on financial consolidation and reporting.
• Deep understanding of accounting principles and financial operations, including consolidations and financial reporting (IFRS, GAAP).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to translate business requirements into technical solutions.
• Proficiency in advanced Excel skills.
• Experience with internal controls, compliance, and audit processes.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 2+ years of hands-on administration and implementation experience with OneStream, including managing metadata, building cubes, workflows, and reports.
• Experience with OneStream and various ERP systems (Oracle Fusion, CDK, Sage) and data warehouses (Azure).
• Experience in a multi-national or complex organizational structure.
• Chartered Professional Accountant designation or equivalent.
• Experience in finance transformation initiatives.

The Perks.

• Competitive Compensation and Benefits Package
• Employee Vehicle Purchase & Service Plans
• Employee and Family Assistance Programs
• Company-wide appreciation events and contests throughout the calendar year
• Professional development and the opportunity to grow your career

We strive every day to create a workplace culture that embraces diversity and inclusivity, ensures fairness and equal opportunities, and fosters a sense of belonging for all Team Members. As an equal opportunity employer, we actively support everyone in expressing themselves and reaching their full potential.

Can you picture yourself here already?

We hope so. It’s equally as important that you choose us as we choose you. Take a sneak peek at what we think makes this one of the best workplaces around.

If you think you’re a good fit to come along on our ride, apply now through our website at [application link]. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Our commitment extends to reaching out to individuals from various backgrounds and identities. We do not discriminate based on gender identity, race, national origin, ethnicity, religion, age, sexual orientation, marital or family status, or mental / physical disabilities. AutoCanada is committed to collaborating with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need accommodation during the recruitment process, please inform your recruiter.