Manager, Finance Transformation & Internal Controls

Vaco; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 120,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Defined benefit pension

Flexible working arrangements

Great work-life balance

Job summary

Vaco is seeking a Manager, Finance Transformation & Internal Controls to lead finance transformation initiatives, strengthen internal controls, and improve financial processes across the finance function. You will oversee ERP enhancement projects, drive automation, and ensure accurate reporting while partnering with Finance, IT, Operations and external stakeholders.

The role requires a CPA designation and a university degree in accounting or related fields, with strong analytical, project

Qualifications

• CPA designation and university degree in accounting/finance or related field are required.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills are essential.
• Excellent project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities, timelines and stakeholders.
• Solid understanding of accounting principles, internal controls, and compliance requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end finance initiatives, including ERP enhancement projects and process redesign.
• Strengthen internal controls, including ICFR and ITGC within finance.
• Develop plans, coordinate stakeholders, monitor timelines, and drive adoption of new processes and tools.
• Drive automation, advanced analytics, and dashboards to improve decision-making and reduce manual effort.
• Collaborate with IT and other departments on system access, configuration, testing and documentation.
• Ensure adherence to accounting standards, policies, and reporting requirements.

Skills

Analytical skills

Project management

Communication

Problem-solving

Collaborative working style

Education

CPA designation

Bachelor's degree in accounting/finance/business administration

Tools

ERP systems

Reporting tools

Job description

About the Company

Our client is a specialized healthcare institution. They are looking for a Manager, Finance Transformation & Internal Controls who will be responsible for leading finance transformation initiatives, strengthening internal controls, improving financial processes, and supporting technology-enabled enhancements across the finance function. This role will help ensure financial accuracy, compliance, operational efficiency, and audit readiness while partnering closely with Finance, IT, Operations, and external stakeholders.

Why Work Here

• Net new role due to growth
• Excellent culture and mission that really makes a difference in the lives of families here in Ontario
• Strong comp plan including a defined benefit pension plan
• Flexible working arrangements
• Great work life balance

About the Opportunity

• Lead end-to-end finance initiatives, including ERP enhancement projects, process redesign, workflow improvements, and reporting enhancements.
• Identify opportunities to improve the accuracy, timeliness, and efficiency of financial reporting and operational finance processes.
• Develop project plans, coordinate stakeholders, monitor timelines, and ensure successful adoption of new processes and tools.
• Develop, maintain, and evaluate the internal control framework, including Internal Control over Financial Reporting (ICFR), business process controls, and IT General Controls (ITGC) within finance.
• Conduct risk assessments, identify control gaps, recommend remediation plans, and monitor progress through completion.
• Support cash reserve management and forecasting processes to help ensure the organization can meet financial obligations.
• Serve as a finance subject matter expert for accounting systems, ERP functionality, reporting tools, and system configuration changes.
• Drive the adoption of automation tools, advanced analytics, AI-enabled solutions, and dashboards to improve decision-making and reduce manual effort.
• Collaborate with IT and other departments on system access, configuration, testing, documentation, and implementation activities.
• Ensure adherence to accounting standards, finance policies, sales tax requirements, and internal procedures.
• Maintain documentation that supports compliance, external audit readiness, and consistent execution of finance processes.
• Support reporting improvements and ensure financial information is accurate, complete, and available for management decision-making.
• Manage finance-related partner relationships, including budget processes, funding increases, payments, and related reporting.
• Build effective working relationships with internal departments, external auditors, vendors, partners, and other stakeholders.
• Communicate financial risks, process changes, and project updates clearly to both financial and non-financial audiences.
• Provide direct leadership, coaching, and performance management to the Purchasing and Finance team members.
• Support recruitment, onboarding, and staff development planning.
• Other duties as assigned.

About You

• Must possess a Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) designation and a university degree in accounting, finance, business administration, or a related field.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills.
• Excellent project management skills, including the ability to manage multiple priorities, timelines, and stakeholders.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles, financial reporting, internal controls, and compliance requirements.
• Ability to translate business needs into practical finance process and system solutions.
• Collaborative working style with the ability to partner effectively with Finance, IT, Operations, external auditors, and business leaders.

Salary Range

$120,000 - $140,000/year

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This position for employment is for a current vacancy with Vaco/Highspring's client. You must currently reside within the Greater Toronto Area and be permitted to work in Canada to be considered for this opportunity. A recruiter will be in touch with you if your profile meets our client's requirements for this role.

Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco/Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to the individual's skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, office location and other geographic considerations, as well as other business and organizational needs. With that said, as required by local law in geographies that require salary range disclosure, Vaco/Highspring notes the salary range for the role is noted in this job posting. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, and can participate in medical, dental, and vision benefits as well as the company’s 401(k) retirement plan. Additional disclaimer: Unless otherwise noted in the job description, the position Vaco/Highspring is filing for is occupied. Please note, however, that Vaco/Highspring is regularly asked to provide talent to other organizations. By submitting to this position, you are agreeing to be included in our talent pool for future hiring for similarly qualified positions. Submissions to this position are subject to the use of AI to perform preliminary candidate screenings, focused on ensuring minimum job requirements noted in the position are satisfied. Further assessment of candidates beyond this initial phase within Vaco/Highspring will be otherwise assessed by recruiters and hiring managers. Vaco/Highspring does not have knowledge of the tools used by its clients in making final hiring decisions and cannot opine on their use of AI products.