Finance Manager

An established organization in the construction, electrical services, and energy solutions sector is seeking a Finance Manager to join its leadership team. This is an opportunity for an experienced finance professional to take ownership of financial reporting, technical accounting, budgeting, and financial planning while working closely with the CFO and senior leadership to support business performance and strategic growth.

About the Role

Reporting directly to the CFO, the Finance Manager will play a key role in overseeing the organization's financial reporting, accounting policies, budgeting, forecasting, and management reporting activities. This position combines strong technical accounting expertise with financial planning and business partnership, providing an opportunity to influence financial decisions, strengthen internal processes, and lead a team of finance professionals.

The successful candidate will bring a strong foundation in IFRS and external financial reporting, along with the ability to translate financial information into meaningful business insights. This is a hands-on leadership role suited to someone comfortable managing competing priorities, developing a team, and working in a dynamic, project-based environment.

What You'll Do

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  Oversee the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual consolidated financial statements in accordance with IFRS and applicable regulatory requirements

  
  
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  Lead the preparation of external reporting packages, including Management's Discussion & Analysis (MD&A) and regulatory submissions

  
  
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  Develop, implement, and maintain financial policies, accounting procedures, and internal controls to support accurate and consistent financial reporting

  
  
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  Research and interpret complex accounting standards and new IFRS pronouncements, assessing their impact on financial statements and accounting policies

  
  
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  Oversee monthly management reporting packages, including financial performance analysis, variance reporting, and commentary against budgets and forecasts

  
  
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  Lead annual budgeting, rolling forecasts, and financial planning processes in collaboration with senior management and the FP&A team

  
  
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  Support long-range financial planning and the development of annual operating budgets and strategic business plans

  
  
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  Partner with business unit leaders to provide financial insights, identify performance trends, and support operational and strategic decision-making

  
  
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  Prepare financial analyses, management reports, and presentations for senior leadership

  
  
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  Take an active role in balance sheet and cash flow forecasting, financial modelling, and ad-hoc business analysis

  
  
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  Manage external financial audits and review engagements, coordinating with external auditors and ensuring timely completion of reporting requirements

  
  
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  Support equity and debt financing activities, including financial analysis and due diligence

  
  
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  Provide financial and analytical support for Corporate Development initiatives and other strategic business activities

  
  
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  Lead and develop a team of approximately 3-5 finance and accounting professionals, providing guidance, coaching, and ongoing performance feedback

  
  
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  Conduct regular monthly performance reviews and manage performance improvement plans (PIPs) where necessary

  
  
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  Evaluate financial reporting systems and accounting processes, identifying opportunities for improved efficiency, automation, and stronger internal controls

  
  
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  Utilize financial planning and reporting platforms, including Prophix, to analyze financial and operational data and improve reporting capabilities

  
  
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  Identify opportunities to strengthen financial processes and contribute to the continued development of the finance function

  
  
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What You Bring

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  Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline

  
  
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  CPA designation

  
  
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  Previous experience with a Big Four accounting firm

  
  
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  3-5 years of relevant progressive finance and accounting experience, with exposure to financial reporting, technical accounting, budgeting, and financial planning and analysis

  
  
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  Required experience within the construction industry, preferably in a project-based or operationally complex environment

  
  
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  Demonstrated experience managing a team of approximately 3-5 finance or accounting professionals

  
  
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  Experience conducting performance reviews, providing employee feedback, and managing performance improvement plans

  
  
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  Strong knowledge of IFRS, technical accounting principles, and external financial reporting requirements

  
  
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  Experience preparing consolidated financial statements, quarterly and annual reporting packages, and MD&A

  
  
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  Strong background in budgeting, forecasting, financial analysis, and variance reporting

  
  
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  Experience managing external audits and working directly with external auditors

  
  
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  Familiarity with financial reporting systems, ERP platforms, and financial planning tools; Prophix experience is an asset

  
  
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  Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills, with exceptional attention to detail

  
  
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  Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills, with the ability to communicate complex financial information to various stakeholders

  
  
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  Strong leadership and relationship-building skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across different business functions

  
  
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  A proactive, hands-on approach with the ability to take ownership of key deliverables and manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment

  
  
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Why Join

This is an opportunity to take on a broad financial leadership role with direct exposure to the CFO and senior leadership team. You'll have the opportunity to influence financial strategy, strengthen reporting and planning processes, and contribute to important business initiatives beyond traditional accounting responsibilities.

For a finance professional looking to combine technical accounting expertise, strategic financial planning, and people leadership, this role offers the opportunity to broaden your responsibilities and make a meaningful impact on the organization's continued growth.