Head of Finance

ClearCompany; Collingwood; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Collingwood seeks a Head of Finance to lead financial operations and reporting. The ideal candidate will have CPA/CA qualifications and extensive experience in commercial finance. This role offers a collaborative environment to drive business growth and profitability.

Qualifications

• Broad commercial finance experience required.
• Strong systems skills and ability to analyze business trends.

Responsibilities

• Manage financial reporting and month-end close.
• Oversee financial planning, cash flow forecasting, and banking arrangements.
• Promote continuous improvement across Finance and Operations.

Skills

Financial Analysis

Risk Management

Compliance

Education

CPA/CA

Job description

The Company

With an international supply network, this services organisation has built a reputation of success. Carving a niche market within their specialisation, they deliver an encompassing service from inception to delivery. They identify and value the importance of all stakeholders withing the supply chain from bottom up, ensuring they deliver quality products which are cost effective and beneficial to their customers. They are in an exciting phase of capitalising on international trends.

The Role

As Head of Finance reporting to the Directors, you will have the opportunity to work in a dynamic and collaborative environment where you can utilise your expertise to make a significant impact on business operations. Leading a small team, responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Manage the financial reporting for the organisation including monthly financial & management reporting and presentation of financial results and insights
• Oversee month-end close
• Ensure the integrity of the general ledger and regular reconciliation of general ledger accounts
• Manage financial planning and analysis including
  • Tracking actual results in line with budgets and forecasts
  • Product & Customer margin analysis
  • Preparation of annual budget, periodical forecasts and strategy updates in conjunction with the Directors
  • Advising and implementing the best practice methods to increase revenue and reduce costs
• Working capital management including cash flow forecasting and reporting
• Manage and oversee the company’s banking and borrowing arrangements
• Providing sound financial support and insights to the Directors to allow critical business decisions to be made
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement across the Finance and Operations functions and work in a collegiate manner to identify and implement improvements in systems, processes and controls
• Oversee Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Payroll and Financial and Management Reporting functions
• Manage and oversee taxation affairs of the company and taxation compliance in conjunction with the external accountants
• Manage foreign currency hedging and foreign currency exposures
• Oversee annual insurance renewal in conjunction with Directors
• Risk Management to ensure the business has a solid risk framework in place

The Person

CPA/CA qualified, we are looking for someone with broad commercial finance experience with strong systems skills and the ability to analyse business trends. You will assist the Directors with decision making to maximise profitability and business growth. A solid understanding of risk and compliance and foreign currency management will set you on a clear path of success.

This is your opportunity to work in true partnership with business owners, in a strong, collaborative culture.

To apply online please click on the appropriate link and send your resume in WORD format. Alternatively, for a confidential discussion please contact Michael Tarrant on 0416 012 181.