Vice President of Finances

Spiria • Montreal, QC

8d • CA$145,000 - CA$185,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

Reporting to the President and CEO, the Vice-President, Finance is responsible for the financial health of the company. This person oversees all accounting operations and provides leadership with the information needed to make the right decisions at the right time.

Requirements

• CPA designation
• At least 5 years of experience in a senior leadership role
• Fluency in both French and English, spoken and written
• Strong experience in financial analysis, modelling, and management reporting
• Strategic mindset with a solid understanding of the challenges faced by a professional services firm
• High standard of professional ethics and constant attention to accuracy
• Positive leadership and excellent collaboration, team mobilization, and communication skills
• Results-oriented with sound business judgment and a practical approach to problem-solving
• Ability to translate complex financial data into clear, actionable recommendations
• Strong analytical and diagnostic skills when it comes to financial issues
• Skilled negotiator with a win-win mindset
• Ability to anticipate financial risks and implement appropriate controls

Nice To Haves

• Experience with government grant processes (CDAE, R&D, Emploi-Québec) is an asset
• Knowledge of Business Central is an asset

Responsibilities

• Produce monthly interim financial statements, tax returns, and management dashboards
• Manage an accounting technician and analyze current processes to recommend an efficient team structure covering the full accounting cycle, payroll, and benefits
• Manage and optimize working capital and oversee collections from clients
• Implement, prepare, and monitor annual budgets and establish an expense approval process
• Submit grant applications in collaboration with stakeholders and produce all required documentation (CDAE, SR&ED, Emploi-Québec, and others)
• Conduct various analyses and develop financial strategies in collaboration with company managers
• Collaborate with the leadership team and contribute to corporate strategy, including acquisition projects
• Develop and maintain business relationships with financial partners, external auditors, and other vendors or regulatory bodies
• Drive continuous improvement of accounting processes and administrative controls
• Participate in various events to increase the company's visibility with financial partners and other stakeholders

Benefits

• 4 weeks of vacation plus 5 additional days off during the Holiday season
• Flexible personal days to manage life's unexpected moments
• DPSP-RRSP program with employer contribution
• Comprehensive group insurance plan
• Telemedicine and Employee Assistance Program (EAP) through Dialogue
• Reimbursements for training, certifications, and professional memberships
• Annual Spiri-Flex reimbursement for health, ergonomics, and connectivity expenses

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Executive