Summary
The Finance Director- financial controller is responsible for overseeing the accounting team, optimizing financial processes, producing in-depth strategic analyses, and actively contributing to business decision-making. He or she acts as a strategic advisor regarding all initiatives aimed at improving profitability and achieving the company’s strategic goals, while maintaining the efficiency of financial control systems.
Key Responsabilities
- Lead the company’s financial strategy to optimize profitability.
- Support the accounting team and supervise the full monthly accounting cycle.
- Develop and analyze financial statements and budgets.
- Guide and evaluate purchasing and pricing strategies to ensure alignment with profitability goals.
- Conduct profitability analyses, cash flow forecasts, and return on investment (ROI) calculations
- Provide expert financial guidance to department managers when making business decisions or developing strategies aligned with organizational goals.
- Collaborate with the internal team to plan and support annual financial reporting including assistance with the year-end file preparation in accordance with the external accounting firm’s requirements
- Assist in the preparation, submission, and follow-up of federal and provincial grant applications.
- Ensure, review and establish appropriate internal controls as applicable.
- Reduce year-end adjustments by improving the accuracy of accounting records.
- Identify opportunities for cost optimization and waste reduction.
Required Skills and Competencies
- Strong leadership and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage teams and collaborate effectively across departments.
- Bilingual (French and English), with fluency in both spoken and written communication
- Strong organizational and time management abilities.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office 365, particularly Excel (pivot tables, financial modeling, data analysis).
- Experience with ERP systems, ideally Profit Key, for accounting processes.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Proven ability to optimize processes and improve operational efficiency.
What we are looking for
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field
- CPA designation
- 7–10 years of experience in accounting.
- Minimum of 3 years in a leadership or senior finance role.
- Hands-on experience with the full accounting cycle.
Working conditions and benefits:
- Competitive salary based on experience
- Flexible schedule (35 hours per week)
- Group insurance plan/ pension plan
- Free parking and public transit access nearby