Finance Manager

Egg Farmers of Canada (EFC) is seeking an experienced Finance Manager to join the Finance team in a fast-paced, challenging, and exciting work environment. Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer, the Finance Manager will be responsible for leading, planning, and optimizing the operations of the Finance unit.

This role is ideally suited for a strategic leader who enjoys working with various stakeholders, thrives in a collaborative culture, and has at least five years of managerial experience.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Strategic and Business Planning

• Prepare, analyze, and communicate monthly financial reports to managers, executive officers, provincial stakeholders and the Board of Directors
• Identify the use of new technology to be used to support the completion of financial activities
• Lead and support EFC’s transition to new accounting software over the next 1–2 years, including potential process redesign

Operations Management

• Monitor the financial activities, transactions and accounting processes performed by the Finance Unit staff and the Industrial Product Program Unit. As required, adapt and/or develop new processes to reflect changes in operations.
• Schedule, plan and prepare for interim and year-end audits with external auditors and internal staff
• Work with the Chief Financial Officer, Controller and Financial Policy Manager to communicate the results of the audit to the Audit Committee and the Board of Directors
• Consider and form Ad Hoc financial reports
• Approve implementation and verify adherence to accounting policies and procedures
• Ensure timely and accurate completion of all account reconciliations and key controls
• Cash Flow Analysis
• Strengthen internal controls and risk management practices to support sound financial management

People Management

• Manage, direct and support Finance Unit staff
• Recruit, train and mentor staff for completion of financial activities at EFC
• Administer and lead the performance management program, including supervising and evaluating Finance staff
• Foster a collaborative team culture and promote continuous learning, and succession planning within the Finance Unit

Qualifications and Skills:

• In-depth knowledge of current accounting and financial reporting requirements
• Knowledge of financial software systems and enterprise accounting platforms
• Knowledge of evolving industry and best business practice trends
• Strong understanding of internal controls and audit processes
• Financial reporting experience desired
• Strong analytical mindset with the ability to identify trends, root causes, and business drivers
• Ability to develop accounting policies and procedures to support the day-to-day fiscal operations
• Ability to apply logical, evaluative and methodical thinking to identify problems and determine optimal course of action to pursue
• Ability to propose and recommend strategic solutions and advise staff on complex financial matters related to EFC’s funds
• Strong written communication skills, including proofreading, editing, and formatting financial documents
• Strong presentation skills, with the ability to communicate financial information to non-financial audiences
• Ability to use various software applications (e.g. Microsoft Office)

Education and Experience:

• Undergraduate Degree in business, accounting, finance or a related discipline
• Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) designation
• Minimum 7 to 8 years of progressive experience in accounting
• Minimum of 5 years supervisory or people leadership experience

• Experience supporting audits and presenting financial information to senior leadership is an asset
• Experience with accounting system implementation or system upgrades is an asset

Working Conditions:

• Frequent interaction with staff and external stakeholders
• Prolonged periods of sitting, use of a computer and close attention to detail
• Access to sensitive information, requiring discretion and confidentiality
• After hours availability required during busy time periods

About EFC:

Now in its sixth decade as one of Canada’s leading agriculture organizations, EFC manages the national egg supply and promotes egg consumption while representing the interests of 1,270 regulated egg farmers and farm families from coast to coast. The organization has been recognized as one of the National Capital Region’s Top employers for fourteen consecutive years. EFC holds the title of one of Canada’s Most Admired Corporate Cultures™ by Waterstone Human Capital and is part of Canada’s Most Admired Corporate Cultures™ Hall of Fame. Visit eggfarmers.ca for more information.

EFC welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.