Manager, Finance

Oatey Company; Montreal; Hybrid; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading plumbing products manufacturer in Montreal is looking for a Finance Manager to lead the financial operations. The role involves managing day-to-day accounting processes and ensuring compliance with Canadian regulations. Candidates should have 7-10 years of senior experience in a multi-national setting, proficient in English and French. This position offers a flexible hybrid work model and a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Flexible hybrid work model

Comprehensive benefits package

Retirement program with company matching

Paid Flexible Time Off

Qualifications

• 7-10 years of experience in senior roles within a Canadian division of a multi-national organization.
• Experience in day-to-day accounting activities for a Canadian Business Unit.
• Fluent in English and French.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day accounting functions for the Canadian entity.
• Oversee month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes.
• Manage financial planning and analysis for the department.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Analytical skills

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance

CPA preferred

Tools

Excel

SAP

OneStream

Job description

Why Oatey?

Since 1916, Oatey has provided reliable, high-quality products for the residential and commercial plumbing industries, with a commitment to delivering quality, building trust and improving lives. Today, Oatey operates a comprehensive manufacturing and distribution network comprised of industry leading family of companies : Oatey, Cherne, Keeney, Quick Drain, Hercules, Dearborn, GF Thompson, William H. Harvey, Masters, Contact, Belanger, Lansas, and Durgo.

At Oatey, we're doing big things — and by joining us, you'll have the chance to do big things too. You can build a strong career in an innovative, inclusive, high-performance environment, with the confidence that your company cares — about you, our customers and our world. Ready to make an impact in a place where you matter?

Why Oatey?

Since 1916, Oatey has provided reliable, high-quality products for the residential and commercial plumbing industries, with a commitment to delivering quality, building trust and improving lives. Today, Oatey operates a comprehensive manufacturing and distribution network comprised of industry leading family of companies : Oatey, Cherne, Keeney, Quick Drain, Hercules, Dearborn, GF Thompson, William H. Harvey, Masters, Contact, Belanger , Lansas, and Durgo.

At Oatey, we're doing big things — and by joining us, you'll have the chance to do big things too. You can build a strong career in an innovative, inclusive, high-performance environment, with the confidence that your company cares — about you, our customers and our world. Ready to make an impact in a place where you matter?

Position Summary

As the leader of the Finance / Accounting Function in Canada the Finance Manager for Belanger plays a hands-on role in the day-to-day accounting practices, leading the local accounting team to ensure compliance and reporting satisfies Canadian regulations and company expectations. The Finance Manager is also a member of the Canadian Leadership Team and will be a key voice in the strategic and financial planning as well as day to day management of the Belanger Business. This role currently has 2 direct reports.

Position Responsibilities

Reporting to the General Manager and working closely with US counterparts in Controller and FP&A functions, the Belanger Finance Manager will focus primarily on the following areas :

Lead / Manage Day to Day Accounting Function

Provide support to Corporate Finance, Global Accounts Payable and Global Credit and Collections teams as needed.

Process accounts payable, including invoice verification, coding, and timely payment to vendors

Lead Month-End, Quarter-End, Year-End close and Reporting

Ownership of general ledger accuracy and interpretation of financial results for operations.

Oversee the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes including review / preparation of journal entries and account reconciliations and internal reporting.

In coordination with the Corporate Finance team, support the annual audit and tax preparation processes.

Financial Planning & Analysis

Provide support to corporate and local management by providing meaningful insights and analysis of results with an eye to improving topline and bottom-line results through sound financial decision making.

Lead Canadian Financial planning and forecasting processes inclusive of departmental / functional area budget development and analysis (Sales, Marketing, Admin, Manufacturing and Distribution).

Identify and champion short-term and long-term margin enhancement and cost reduction initiatives

Team Leadership & Development

Manage and develop direct reports (2) with an eye to identifying growth opportunities for the team and the department.

Help to elevate the strategic role of the Finance / Accounting function within Belanger.

Collaborate and lead across the organization with other members of the Canadian Management Team.

Knowledge and Experience

7-10 years of experience in senior roles within a Canadian division of a multi-national manufacturing / distribution organization.

Experience leading day-to-day accounting activities for a Canadian Business Unit.

Advanced knowledge / skills with Excel, SAP and OneStream is an asset.

Proven leadership, communication and interpersonal skills.

Strong time management skills and the ability to prioritize several different tasks.

Self-motivated and detail oriented with strong organizational and analytical skills.

Results-driven, comfortable working in a fast-paced environment, including sense of urgency in delivering month-end results.

Experience in cost accounting for manufacturing operations a plus.

Fluent in English and French; able to work in a bilingual environment

Education and Certification

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance (MBA preferred).

Canadian Accounting / Financial Designation - CPA preferred, but relevant experience will be considered.

Oatey Total Rewards

A flexible hybrid work model

A comprehensive benefits package focused on your well-being

A retirement program with company contributions matching up to 5%

Paid Flexible Time Off (FTO) in addition to vacation time to promote a healthy work-life balance

Annual Discretionary Cash Profit Sharing

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Oatey family of companies are an equal opportunity employer committed to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. We recruit, employ, promote, and offer competitive pay for all jobs without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Pourquoi Oatey ?

Depuis 1916, Oatey s'engage à offrir des produits de qualité supérieure et fiables pour les secteurs de la plomberie résidentielle et commerciale. Notre mission est de garantir l'excellence, de bâtir la confiance et d'améliorer le quotidien de nos clients. Aujourd'hui, Oatey dispose d'un vaste réseau de fabrication et de distribution, regroupant des entreprises de premier plan dans le secteur : Oatey, Cherne, Keeney, Quick Drain, Hercules, Dearborn, GF Thompson, William H. Harvey, Masters, Contact, Belanger , Lansas et Durgo.

Chez Oatey, nous réalisons des projets ambitieux, et en nous rejoignant, vous aurez l'opportunité de contribuer à ces réalisations. Vous pourrez développer une carrière solide dans un environnement innovant, inclusif et performant, tout en sachant que votre entreprise se soucie de vous, de nos clients et de notre planète . Êtes-vous prêt à vous engager dans un cadre où votre contribution est valorisée ?

Résumé du poste

En tant que leader de la fonction Finance / Comptabilité, le / la Responsable Financier(ère) pour Bélanger joue un rôle actif dans les pratiques comptables quotidiennes de l’entreprise canadienne, en dirigeant l’équipe comptable locale pour assurer la conformité et un reporting répondant aux réglementations canadiennes ainsi qu’aux attentes de l’entreprise. Le / la Responsable Financier(ère) est également membre de l’équipe de direction canadienne et jouera un rôle clé dans la planification stratégique et financière, ainsi que dans la gestion quotidienne des activités de Bélanger. Ce poste comprend actuellement 2 subordonnés directs.

Responsabilités du poste

Relevant du Directrice Générale et en collaboration étroite avec les homologues américains des fonctions de Contrôle de gestion et de FP&A, le / la Responsable Financier(ère) de Bélanger se concentrera principalement sur les domaines suivants :

Diriger / Gérer la fonction comptable quotidienne

Fournir un soutien aux équipes Finance Corporate, Comptes Fournisseurs Globaux et Crédit & Recouvrement Globaux selon les besoins.

Traiter les comptes fournisseurs, y compris la vérification des factures, la codification et le paiement rapide aux fournisseurs.

Superviser les clôtures mensuelles, trimestrielles et annuelles ainsi que les rapports.

Planification et analyse financière

Apporter un soutien à la direction corporative et locale en fournissant des analyses et des perspectives utiles sur les résultats, dans le but d’améliorer les revenus et la rentabilité grâce à une prise de décision financière éclairée.

Leadership et développement de l’équipe

Gérer et développer les subordonnés directs (2) tout en identifiant des opportunités de croissance pour l’équipe et le département.

Connaissances et expérience

7 à 10 ans d’expérience dans des postes de direction au sein d’une division canadienne d’une entreprise multinationale de fabrication / distribution.

Expérience dans la gestion des activités comptables quotidiennes pour une unité commerciale canadienne.

Maîtrise avancée d’Excel ; la connaissance de SAP et de OneStream constitue un atout.

Récompenses Totales Oatey

Un modèle de travail hybride et flexible

Un large éventail d'avantages sociaux centrés sur votre bien-être

Un plan de retraite avec des contributions de l'entreprise allant jusqu'à 5%

Des congés payés flexibles (FTO) en supplément des vacances pour favoriser un bon équilibre entre vie professionnelle et personnelle

Une prime annuelle discrétionnaire en espèces liée aux bénéfices.

Employeur offrant l'égalité des chances

Le groupe Oatey s'engage en tant qu'employeur à promouvoir la diversité, l'équité et l'inclusion. Nous recrutons, employons, faisons progresser et offrons des salaires compétitifs pour tous les postes, sans distinction de race, couleur, croyance, religion, sexe, âge, origine nationale, handicap, orientation sexuelle ou toute autre caractéristique protégée par la loi.