Manager, Finance

Summit Search Group; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Winnipeg is seeking a Manager of Finance to lead a team of accounting professionals. The role involves streamlining processes, implementing new technologies, and fostering team development in a dynamic work environment. Candidates should have a strong background in accounting and leadership.

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience in a direct leadership role.
• Strong systems background in Implementation and Integration.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of accounting professionals.
• Identify and execute opportunities to streamline accounting processes.
• Evaluate and implement new technologies to enhance accounting operations.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem Solving

Education

Post-Secondary Education in Accounting

CPA Designation

Tools

Accounting Systems

Job description

Summit Search Group has been retained by Johnston Group on the recruitment of their next Manager, Finance. Johnston Group is a trusted leader in providing employee benefit solutions to over 30,000 businesses across Canada, supporting companies of all sizes—from small startups to large enterprises. As the administrator of the Chambers of Commerce Group Insurance Plan, Canada’s largest group benefits program for small businesses, Johnston Group has a strong reputation for innovation, service excellence, and community leadership.

Proudly based in Winnipeg, they are recognized as a Platinum Member of Canada’s Best Managed Companies and have been consistently named one of Manitoba’s Top Employers. They value and celebrate diversity, believing that an inclusive and supportive environment is key to our continued success. Their commitment extends beyond our clients to the broader community, as we actively invest in local health, arts, sports, and social organizations. At Johnston Group, they are passionate about creating a workplace where employees feel valued, respected, and empowered to thrive.

Reporting to the Vice President, Finance, the successful candidate will lead and manage a team of accounting professionals, ensuring their effectiveness and professional development. Your primary responsibilities will include identifying opportunities to streamline accounting processes and improve efficiency, as well as evaluating and implementing new technologies to enhance accounting processes, with a strong focus on system implementation and integration.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and mentor a team of accounting professionals, fostering their development through coaching, one-on-one meetings, and customized growth plans.
• Identify and execute opportunities to streamline accounting processes and drive efficiency improvements.
• Evaluate, implement, and integrate new technologies and systems to enhance accounting operations.
• Establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the effectiveness of accounting processes and progress towards improvement objectives.
• Manage internal and external resources to ensure effective collaboration and optimal performance.
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement by leveraging problem-solving skills and process improvement methodologies.

Qualifications:

• Post-Secondary Education in Accounting, Finance and CPA Designated.
• Strong team leadership skills and 5+ years experience in a direct leadership role.
• Excellent communication skills, with experience facilitating collaboration across teams and managing internal and external resources.
• Strong systems background (Implementation and Integration)

Summit Search Group has a strong commitment to Diversity, Equality and Inclusion. We strive for continuous development, modeling, inclusive behaviors and proactively managing bias throughout our process.