Finance Manager - Permanent - 19343
- Ottawa, ON, Canada
Salary: $100,000 to $140,000 per year, depending on experience · Full-time
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- Pay
- Salary: $100,000 to $140,000 per year, depending on experience
- Job type
- Full-time
- Apply by
- Experience
- 5+ years of financial management experience within a small to medium-sized manufacturing environment
- Posting language
- English
- Posted
Original job description
About The Opportunity
Our client, a growing organization in the manufacturing and defense sector, is seeking a Finance Manager for an existing vacancy within its growing Canadian operations.
The Finance Manager will oversee the financial accounting function for the Canadian business while acting as a key financial partner to the local leadership team. This is a hands-on role with responsibility for financial reporting, compliance, cash flow, financial controls and continuous improvement.
Duties include but are not limited to:
The successful candidate will have the following:
Please apply by clicking the “Apply Now” button below and follow the instructions to submit your résumé. You can also apply by submitting your résumé directly to sleclaire@lrostaffing.com. If you are already registered with us, please contact your Senior Recruiter. Please quote job 19343.
LRO Staffing values fairness, confidentiality, and human judgment in every stage of our hiring process. We do not use automated or AI-driven screening tools to assess applications. Each submission is reviewed by an experienced recruiter to ensure a thoughtful and equitable evaluation of every candidate.
Thank you for your interest in this role. One of our Recruiters will be in touch with you if your profile meets the requirements for the role and the expectations of our clients. Please note that all candidates must be permitted to work in Canada to be considered for this opportunity.
Our client, a growing organization in the manufacturing and defense sector, is seeking a Finance Manager for an existing vacancy within its growing Canadian operations.
The Finance Manager will oversee the financial accounting function for the Canadian business while acting as a key financial partner to the local leadership team. This is a hands-on role with responsibility for financial reporting, compliance, cash flow, financial controls and continuous improvement.
Duties include but are not limited to:
- Prepare accurate and timely monthly financial reporting, including P&L, balance sheet and supporting financial schedules
- Provide financial analysis and reporting to support business decisions and Canadian operations
- Maintain strong financial controls and ensure compliance with applicable accounting standards
- Manage the financial components of the ERP system, including ledgers, chart of accounts, financial calendars, period/year-end rollovers and financial mappings
- Assist with the preparation of statutory accounts in conjunction with external accountants
- Present financial results during monthly business reviews and other management meetings as required
- Support annual and half-year financial audits
- Manage statutory tax compliance, including required filings and payments
- Liaise with the Finance team regarding shared services and Canadian financial requirements
- Manage accounts receivable/debtor positions and cash flow
- Complete monthly balance sheet reconciliations and ensure outstanding items are resolved promptly
- Partner with the Canadian team to maintain effective financial management and controls
- Review financial processes and identify opportunities to improve efficiency and effectiveness
- Recommend and support the implementation of process improvements
- Identify opportunities to leverage ERP functionality and automation
The successful candidate will have the following:
- CPA
- 5+ years of financial management experience within a small to medium-sized manufacturing environment
- Experience within the defense industry would be considered a strong asset
- Strong financial accounting, reporting and compliance knowledge
- Experience working with ERP systems, Microsoft Office and financial reporting tools
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to work effectively with both operational and senior leadership teams
- A hands-on, collaborative approach and the ability to work effectively within an international organization
- Must currently hold or be able to obtain Canadian security clearance, Secret Preferred
- Salary: $100,000 to $140,000 per year, depending on experience
- Hybrid work environment
- Medical and dental benefits from day one
- 20 days of annual vacation
- Half-day Fridays
- RRSP matching program
- Free onsite parking
Please apply by clicking the “Apply Now” button below and follow the instructions to submit your résumé. You can also apply by submitting your résumé directly to sleclaire@lrostaffing.com. If you are already registered with us, please contact your Senior Recruiter. Please quote job 19343.
LRO Staffing values fairness, confidentiality, and human judgment in every stage of our hiring process. We do not use automated or AI-driven screening tools to assess applications. Each submission is reviewed by an experienced recruiter to ensure a thoughtful and equitable evaluation of every candidate.
Thank you for your interest in this role. One of our Recruiters will be in touch with you if your profile meets the requirements for the role and the expectations of our clients. Please note that all candidates must be permitted to work in Canada to be considered for this opportunity.
More about this job
Responsibilities
Oversee financial accounting and reporting for the Canadian business, including financial controls, compliance, cash flow, tax filings, audits, and ERP financial components. Partner with local leadership and the wider Finance team to support business decisions, present results, and improve financial processes and automation.
Requirements
Requires a CPA and at least five years of financial management experience in a small- to medium-sized manufacturing environment; defense industry experience is an asset. Candidates should have strong accounting, reporting, compliance, and ERP knowledge, effective communication and analytical skills, and must hold or be able to obtain Canadian Secret security clearance.
Skills
- Financial Accounting
- Financial Reporting
- Financial Analysis
- Regulatory Compliance
- Financial Controls
- ERP Systems
- Cash Flow Management
- Balance Sheet Reconciliation
- Statutory Tax Compliance
- Audit Support
- Process Improvement
- Automation
- Analytical and Problem-Solving Skills
- Communication
- Microsoft Office
Benefits
- Medical and Dental Benefits
- 20 Days of Annual Vacation
- Half-Day Fridays
- RRSP Matching
- Free Onsite Parking
Visa sponsorship
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Hiring contact email
sleclaire@lrostaffing.com
Categories
- Finance & Accounting
- Management & Leadership
- Manufacturing
Keywords
- CPA
- Manufacturing
- Defense Industry
- Financial Accounting
- Financial Reporting
- Profit and Loss
- Balance Sheet
- Financial Analysis
- Accounting Standards
- Financial Controls
- ERP Systems
- Ledgers
- Chart of Accounts
- Financial Calendars
- Statutory Accounts
- Financial Audits
- Tax Compliance
- Accounts Receivable
- Cash Flow
- Balance Sheet Reconciliations
- Process Improvement
- Automation
- Microsoft Office
- Financial Reporting Tools
- Canadian Secret Security Clearance