Vice President, Finance

Masco Canada; St. Thomas; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as the Vice President of Finance, where your leadership will shape the future of financial management. In this pivotal role, you will oversee accounting processes, budgeting, and compliance while guiding a talented team. Your expertise in finance and accounting, along with your strong communication skills, will drive success and innovation. This is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact in a dynamic environment, contributing to the growth and success of a company that has been a leader in the industry for over a century. If you are passionate about finance and ready to take on a challenge, we want to hear from you!

Qualifications

• 10+ years in senior finance roles within manufacturing.
• Experience with Big 4 accounting firms is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead accounting processes and financial reporting.
• Manage daily activities of General Accounting and Costing.
• Analyze financial results and ensure compliance with GAAP.

Skills

Accounting Knowledge

Financial Reporting

Budget Management

Cost Accounting

Communication Skills

Leadership

Analytical Skills

Team Collaboration

Technical Proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Finance or Accounting

CPA, CA, CMA, or CGA Designation

Tools

ERP Systems

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Vice President, Finance – Masco Canada (St Thomas, ON)

Come build the future with us! We are looking for a dynamic Vice President, Finance who is passionate about managing a market-leading product portfolio that consumers love. Reporting directly to the President, Masco Canada, you will join a rapidly growing and developing team.

In this role, you will provide leadership and coordination of the company's accounting, financial reporting, compliance, internal controls, and budget management functions. You will also serve as the key financial advisor for our Operations Team in cost accounting and financial planning processes, supporting the development and delivery of company short- and long-term objectives. We seek a team player with strong technical accounting knowledge, business acumen, innovative ideas, excellent communication skills, and a drive to succeed.

What you will bring:

1. Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, or related field, complemented by a recognized accounting designation (CPA, CA, CMA, CGA).
2. Exceptional knowledge of accounting, internal audit, budgeting, and cost control principles, including Canadian and U.S. GAAP, federal and provincial financial and taxation regulations.
3. 10+ years of experience in senior finance or accounting roles within a mid-sized manufacturing environment. Experience with Big 4 accounting firms (Deloitte, PwC, EY, KPMG) is highly desirable.
4. Strong operational and cost accounting experience.
5. Ability to influence others and work effectively within teams.
6. Proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, and ERP systems.
7. Passion for technology and a desire to contribute meaningfully to a team with big ambitions.
8. Proven leadership in coaching and people management.
9. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work across functions and levels of management.

What you will do:

1. Lead and coordinate the company's accounting processes, financial reporting, compliance, internal controls, and budget management.
2. Manage daily activities of General Accounting, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and Costing.
3. Analyze monthly financial results versus forecasts, identifying risks and opportunities.
4. Ensure timely and accurate financial reporting to management, Masco Corporation, and regulatory bodies.
5. Maintain compliance with Canadian and U.S. GAAP and company policies.
6. Support the Operations Team in developing financial and cost accounting processes and reports.
7. Review vendor contracts and assist with financial presentations for management meetings.
8. Develop and coach the finance team, building organizational capabilities.
9. Stay updated on current accounting trends, practices, and regulations.
10. Monitor and analyze operational results against budgets and forecasts.
11. Oversee transfer pricing and manage tax compliance reporting and audits.
12. Manage staff recruitment, retention, and development within the department.
13. Establish benchmarks for financial and operational performance.
14. Perform other responsibilities as assigned.

Who You Are:

1. A collaborative team player with strong technical accounting and influencing skills, capable of building relationships across stakeholder groups.
2. Action-oriented, comfortable taking calculated risks to serve customers and the business.
3. Outcome-focused, with critical thinking skills to analyze and promote continuous improvement.
4. A creative and courageous leader capable of managing change.
5. A proactive contributor and a difference-maker!

Masco Canada has been inspiring Canadian homes, communities, and lives for over 100 years, delivering innovative water solutions in the building and home improvement markets. With over 600 employees, our diverse workforce drives our success and impact.

Visit www.mascocanada.com to learn more.

Company: Masco Canada

Masco Canada is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We make employment decisions based on merit and prohibit discrimination based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, and other protected characteristics.