Financial Senior Director FP&A

CIMA+; Laval; Hybrid; CAD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Financial Senior Director FP&A to enhance financial performance and foster strategic partnerships. This pivotal role involves preparing budgets, conducting profitability analyses, and collaborating with senior leadership to drive growth and process improvements. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in financial management, a strategic mindset, and the ability to present complex information clearly. Join a forward-thinking company that values collaboration, offers flexible working arrangements, and promotes work-life balance, making it an ideal place for professionals looking to thrive in their careers.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits from day one

Employee and family assistance program

Retirement savings plan (RRSP)

Annual opportunity to purchase shares

Flexible hybrid working hours

Work-life balance policy

3 to 5 weeks of vacation

Tailored training programs

Qualifications

• 15 years of experience in financial roles with complex partnerships.
• Expertise in financial data analysis and strategic recommendations.

Responsibilities

• Prepare annual budgets and financial forecasts aligned with strategy.
• Implement BI tools for enhanced data analysis and support teams.

Skills

Strategic Planning

Financial Analysis

Team Management

Budget Management

Bilingual (English and French)

Education

University degree in accounting, finance, or economics

CPA or CFA designation

Tools

Business Intelligence (BI) tools

Job description

Company Description

Welcome to those who love people, to bright minds, to those with inspiring visions for the future, who seek stimulating challenges, who are naturally collaborative and have an entrepreneurial spirit embedded in their DNA.

At CIMA+, you will discover an environment where everyone’s ideas and aspirations are heard and valued. You will have countless opportunities to learn and grow by working on engaging projects. You could even become a shareholder in your own company.

At CIMA+, you will truly appreciate the freedom to act, the flexibility to manage your work your way, and the opportunity to shape your work-life balance.

In short, our team proudly says that when you join CIMA+, we welcome you by saying: “Welcome home!”

Job Description

Position Description

As Financial Senior Director FP&A at CIMA+, your main responsibility will be to work closely with and develop strategic partnerships with senior leadership to enhance financial performance and ensure the company's competitiveness.

This position is preferably based in Laval, with Montreal as a possible alternative location.

Main Responsibilities

Reporting to the Senior Vice President, Finance, the incumbent will be responsible for:

• Prepare annual budgets and financial forecasts to ensure alignment with the company’s strategic objectives.
• Develop and evaluate profitability analyses for new projects and initiatives in collaboration with stakeholders.
• Strategic Plan:
• Participate in the development and implementation of the company’s overall strategy.
• Identify opportunities for growth and process improvement.
• Work closely with senior management to act as a trusted advisor and contribute to strategic things.
• Review financial results, identify variances from forecasts, and recommend corrective actions based on performance indicators.
• Develop tracking tools to evaluate performance, anticipate opportunities, and manage risks using reliable date.
• Business Intelligence (BI) Solutions:
• Implement BI tools to enhance data analysis.
• Train and support teams in using BI tools effectively.
• Collaborate with other departments to ensure alignment of financial goals and the success of cross-functional projects.
  

Qualifications

Desired Profile

• University degree in accounting, finance, economics, or a related field.
• 15 years of experience in a similar role, with expertise in managing complex financial partnerships.
• 10 years of team management experience.
• CPA or CFA designation.
• Experience in the engineering or professional services sector (an asset).
• Strategic mindset with sound decision-making abilities.
• Strong ability to analyze complex financial data and provide strategic recommendations.
• Excellent financial and budget management skills.
• Expertise in developing robust profitability analyses and evaluating impact.
• Strategic planning experience and collaboration with executive leadership.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly to leadership.
• Bilingual in English and French.
  
  

Why Choose CIMA+? Because we offer:

• Comprehensive benefits available from day one for all permanent employees working at least 20 hours per week.
• Employee and family assistance program.
• Retirement savings plan (RRSP) with employer contribution up to 4%.
• As an employee-owned company, an annual opportunity to purchase shares for all employees.
• Flexible hybrid working hours.
• Work-life balance policy across Canada.
• 3 to 5 weeks of vacation, depending on relevant experience.
• Tailored training to enhance your existing skills.
  
  

Additional Information

Ethics and integrity are fundamental values at CIMA+. That is why we are committed to ensuring equal access to resources and opportunities for candidates, regardless of their identity (race, ethnicity, colour, religion, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, socio-economic status or background, etc.).

In keeping with the principles of employment equity, we encourage all applications, including, but not limited to, those from women, Indigenous people, people with disabilities and visible minorities. We also encourage candidates to complete the self-identification form when applying for employment.

Accommodations are available on request. Your Business Partner will process your request.

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