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A leading law firm in Canada seeks a Senior Director of Finance to oversee all financial aspects, develop strategies, and ensure compliance. This hybrid role offers a competitive salary and requires a strong candidate with extensive accounting experience and leadership skills.
About Us:
JFK Law LLP is a mid-sized law firm focused on delivering high quality legal services to Indigenous people, communities, and organizations. We have offices in Victoria, Vancouver, Toronto, and Montreal, and serve clients across Canada.
Job Summary: - The Senior Director of Finance, a senior-level leadership role, will be responsible for overseeing all financial aspects of the firm. This includes managing the finance department, developing and implementing financial strategies, ensuring compliance, and reporting on the organization's financial performance. The Senior Director of Finance will report to the COO and will collaborate with the firm’s leadership team, and other senior management to drive financial success.
Key Responsibilities:
Developing and managing the organization's financial plans and budgets, including capital budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.
Preparing and analyzing financial statements, reports, and other financial data to provide insights for decision-making.
Overseeing cash flow, accounts payable and receivable, and other financial operations.
Ensuring compliance with accounting standards, regulations, and internal controls.
Mentoring, training and supervising the finance team.
Contributing to the development of strategic financial plans and objectives.
Working with other departments, senior management, and external stakeholders.
Key Characteristics:
Ability to lead, motivate, and develop a team of experienced finance professionals.
Deep understanding of accounting principles as applicable to legal services delivery in Canada, financial reporting standards, and related regulations.
Understanding Quebec Financial Reporting and Statutory requirements will be an asset
Ability to analyze financial data, identify trends, and develop solutions to financial challenges.
Ability to communicate financial information effectively to both technical and non-technical audiences.
Ability to anticipate future financial needs and challenges and develop proactive strategies.
Qualifications:
The ideal candidate will have:
Compensation: $180,000 -$200,000 per annum and comes with a competitive extended health benefit package and 4 weeks’ vacation. This role is hybrid with a minimum of three days per week in the Victoria, Vancouver, Toronto or Montreal office. Some travel to other offices may be required.
Indigenous applicants are strongly encouraged to apply.