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Garaga inc.

Finance Director

333 Bayview Drive, Barrie,ON
  • To be discussed
  • Full time

  • Permanent ,Telecommuting job

  • Day

  • 1 position to fill as soon as possible

Benefits


Career Opportunity > Finance Director

Are you a team player with a lot of experience in accounting and finance? Do you enjoy managing and mentoring a team? Then we have a great opportunity for you!

Looking for a company in excellent financial health and with strong growth? A manufacturer that has established a thriving network of dealers in Canada and the United States? A generous employer that offers a competitive salary, a host of benefits and has great family values?

APPLY NOW! You'll find it all at Garaga.

Reporting to the Vice President of Finance, you will be responsible for activities of the Field Operation Branch in Ontario and West Canada Region, leading to the production of financial information that meets the organization’s needs, maintaining systems and procedures, and ensuring a strong control environment to support operations. The organization is growing rapidly, and we need you and your expertise!

Garaga, THE BENEFITS OF A LARGE
COMPANY. THE SUPPORT OF A TIGHT-KNIT TEAM. THE BEST OF BOTH WORLDS!

Small Is Beautiful!

Allowing all the flexibility and room to manoeuvre that you are looking for. The co-presidents are young, think big, and have the means to achieve their ambitions. They are at the forefront of the market in terms of products and technology; they want to become leaders in terms of employer brand and employee experience.

Be Part of Something Big

Strength in numbers and experience! The Big Garaga Team, it's more than 1500 people in 4 plants (Barrie (ON), St-Georges (QC), Bemidji and Ponca City in the US). A Canadian family business that has been thinking big for over 40 years.

Entrepreneurship at its best! A corporate culture of generosity, respect, and recognition.

Employee Benefits

  • Deferred Profit-Sharing Plan (DPSP)
  • Registered Retirement Savings Plan
  • Group Insurance Plan
  • Medical and paramedical insurance
  • Disability Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP)
  • Wellness program
  • Nutrition information session
  • Recognition of years of service
  • Several activities organized by the social club (participation is always on a voluntary basis), drawings for all kinds of cultural and sports events as well as 2 clothing items per year, all provided 100% by Garaga
  • Well-designed integration program for new employees

Work environment

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Requested skills

Role and Responsibilities of the Finance Director
  • Work closely with the Regional Vice President and Regional Directors to ensure sound management of each partner organization
  • Participate in the Management Committee of the business unit
  • Will be required to travel to various sites as part of the role (Ontario, Alberta, BC)
  • Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual closing processes for entities under your responsibility to deliver timely financial information
  • Analyze financial performance, identify variances, and recommend actions to optimize each branch profitability
  • Prepare financial reports for monthly performance review meetings
  • Supervise, develop, and guide the accounting team under your responsibility
  • Supervise, develop, and guide the credit and collection team under your responsibility
  • Implement and optimize internal control systems and processes. Align accounting practices with industry best practices
  • Actively participate in the preparation of financial budgets and forecasts. Monitor each partner’s budget and performance indicators
  • Coordinate financial audits, respond to auditors’ comments, and oversee corrective actions
  • Participate in due diligence reviews for potential acquisitions
  • Support the integration process for acquisitions
  • Participate in the implementation and optimization of the new ERP – Microsoft D365
  • Propose action plans to ensure annual financial objectives are met
  • Communicate potential risks clearly and effectively
  • Understand and interpret BI data to generate relevant analyses. Identify opportunities for improvement within dashboards and key performance indicators (KPIs)
Required Qualifications for Our Finance Director:
  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting with CPA designation
  • Over 10 years of experience in accounting and finance
  • 10+ years in a similar role within a centralized function environment
  • ERP systems experience
  • Strong adaptability
  • Solid leadership skills
  • Organized, autonomous, proactive, and sound judgment
  • Clear and effective communicator and team player

https://www.garaga.com/ca/careers/finance-director-barrie

Diversity. Inclusivity. Collaboration. Garaga is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Equal Opportunity Employer

This employer is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We are pleased to consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veterans status, Aboriginal/Native American status or any other legally-protected factors. Disability-related accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.


Requirements

Level of education

undetermined

Diploma

BAC

Completed

Work experience (years)

10+ years

Written languages

En : Advanced

Spoken languages

En : Advanced