Finance Manager

MGA I Michael Green Architecture•Vancouver, BC

14d•CA$110,000 - CA$140,000•Onsite

About The Position

MGA is looking for a Finance Manager to take ownership of our financial operations, bringing rigour, insight, and leadership to how we plan, track, and report across the studio. This is a senior, hands-on role that goes well beyond traditional accounting. You'll lead our financial function end-to-end: overseeing project finance, managing day-to-day accounting operations, strengthening systems and internal controls, and serving as a key strategic partner to the principals and senior leadership. You'll directly supervise an Accountant responsible for bookkeeping and payroll, and you'll bring clarity to complex financial information that helps the whole team make better, faster decisions.

Requirements

7+ years of progressive experience in finance or accounting, ideally within architecture, engineering, or professional services
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Commerce, or a related field, or equivalent experience
Strong understanding of project-based financial management, including budgeting, forecasting, and billing
Experience with project management and financial systems
Ability to work with complex data and translate it into clear, useful insights for non-financial audiences
High attention to detail with a strong commitment to accuracy and data integrity
Confidence leading financial conversations with senior stakeholders and influencing business decisions
Proactive, systems-oriented mindset with a track record of improving processes and driving change
Experience supervising or mentoring accounting staff; comfort reviewing bookkeeping and payroll work for accuracy and completeness

Nice To Haves

CPA designation is an asset
CMAP experience is an asset

Responsibilities

Serve as the financial thought partner to Studio Leads and senior leadership, providing clear analysis to support key business decisions
Lead the development and maintenance of studio-wide budgets and financial forecasts
Identify financial risks, trends, and opportunities...and translate them into actionable recommendations
Prepare and present monthly financial reporting, including project performance, COGS, and cash flow forecasting
Support the preparation of annual financial statements for MGA
Ensure compliance with applicable regulatory and tax requirements
Partner with Project Managers to monitor project budgets, track costs, and assess financial performance
Identify variances and risks, and provide clear insights to support project-level decision-making
Ensure project financial data is accurate, complete, and current across all systems
Investigate and resolve discrepancies to maintain the integrity of financial information
Lead the optimization and ongoing use of CMAP to support project profitability, cash flow, and reporting
Improve data quality and completeness to enable reliable analytics and efficient invoicing
Support senior leadership in leveraging CMAP's resourcing tools to plan and manage project teams
Streamline workflows and reduce administrative burden through better system use
Oversee project billing to ensure timely, accurate invoicing aligned with project progress and contract terms
Review unbilled costs and outstanding invoices monthly to maximize revenue and collection
Monitor expenses, timesheets, and approvals to support accurate forecasting
Review sub-consultant invoices for accuracy, compliance, and budget alignment
Reconcile project accounts to ensure consistency and accuracy
Lead day-to-day accounting operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll, executed through a direct report Accountant
Review and approve bookkeeping, payroll, and monthly reconciliations prepared by the Accountant for accuracy and completeness
Maintain and strengthen internal controls to protect company assets and ensure data integrity
Identify and implement process improvements across financial and project management systems
Directly supervise and support an Accountant responsible for bookkeeping and payroll, providing guidance, review, and mentorship