Finance Manager / Directeur des finances

The Maples Group (Financial Services)•Montreal, QC

71d

About The Position

We are looking for an accomplished Finance Manage to join our Finance team as part of our financial services business in Montreal. The Finance Manager will be primarily in charge of the financial reporting and control of entities under the responsibility of the Montreal finance team.

Requirements

Proven management skills relating to processes, workflows, training and development of the Finance team, which includes various levels of professionals.
Highly organized, efficient, and have project management skills in order to lead planned initiatives.
Responsible for adhering to the finance policies and procedures manuals within the team, and will be involved in monitoring of global transfer pricing policies.
Completed an internationally recognized accounting designation (e.g. CPA, ACA, ACMA or ACCA).
A minimum of 4 years’ post-qualified experience and at least 4 years’ audit experience, preferably in the Big 4.
A self-starter with the ability to independently and pro-actively manage upcoming deliverables.
Strong knowledge of International Financial Reporting Standards.
Strong communication, leadership and interpersonal skills.

Nice To Haves

Held a similar managerial role at an equivalent level for at least 1-3 year(s) would be an asset
Familiarity with income and sales tax regulations in Canada and the United States and transfer pricing models will be an asset for this role.

Responsibilities

Manage, supervise and further develop the finance team
Manage the preparation of monthly management accounts, annual budgets, board reporting, cashflow management and financial forecasts for multiple legal entities.
Manage detailed reporting and submissions regarding key areas of financial performance, statutory and regulatory accounts to ensure compliance with relevant obligations, laws and regulations. This includes but is not limited to annual income tax filings, sales taxes filings, board reporting and regulatory submissions and/or requirements
Manage the annual audit for relevant legal entities.
Manage and supervise all financial transaction cycles and monitor client balances.
Act as main point of contact with Shared Service Centre on AP processes and issues
Responsible for review and control of balance sheet reconciliations for the relevant legal entities
Ability to partner with the business on relevant finance topics and KPIs.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
Working closely with finance project lead(s) to assist in implementing new systems and financial processes, including the application of accounting policies and procedures
Assisting with ad-hoc queries and reporting from internal and external stakeholders