Description
Founded in 2001, Fed Finance specializes in temporary and permanent recruitment for the accounting and finance professions. Our consultants are all experts and speak your language. We are committed to supporting you throughout your job search and at every stage of your career.
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As the Director of Finance, you will :
* Be actively involved in the management of day-to-day accounting operations such as invoicing, collections, expenses and reimbursements.
* Work closely with the firm's partners and practice directors to ensure both internal and external customer satisfaction.
* Support the accounting department with the preparation of consolidated monthly and annual financial statements through various month-end and year-end activities, examination reviews and reporting.
* Implement and manage financial indicators to monitor performance and provide management with insights.
* Provide financial analysis and reports to inform management about financial performance, trends, and opportunities for improvement
* Nurture the firm's relationships with commercial lenders and external accountants.
* Ensure compliance with tax, accounting, and regulatory obligations.
* Partner with sales operations to manage continuous improvement of tracking and forecasting functions.
* Establish and implement new internal controls and processes as the firm scales its operations.
* Support various ad-hoc projects that pertain to growth initiatives.
* Prepare monthly and annual operating budgets and manage the annual budgeting process.
* Manage the function's successful use of the firm's ERP, business intelligence, and other systems.
Profile sought
To succeed in this role, you are a finance professional who understands the realities of a professional services firm, particularly the importance of accurate, timely client billing and managing exceptions throughout the billing cycle.
You bring:
* Strong experience in accounting, financial control, and risk management
* A Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
* 10+ years of progressive accounting experience, including at least 2 years as a Chief Accountant or Controller (or readiness to step into the role)
* Proven people leadership skills with a collaborative and supportive approach
* High standards of quality, integrity, and professional ethics
You thrive in an environment that is:
* Fast-growing and dynamic, with shifting priorities
* Strongly focused on excellent internal and external client service
* Bilingual, with professional proficiency in English and French (to support operations outside Quebec)
You will also have the opportunity to:
* Become the ERP super-user for Microsoft Business Central
* Play a key role in improving and streamlining financial processes
Assets:
* CPA designation
* Experience in professional services firms (consulting, engineering, legal, accounting, architecture, etc.)
* Experience with ERP implementations or advanced ERP usage
* Exposure to international operations, including the U.S.
