Position Summary
The Finance Coordinator supports the day-to-day accounting and financial operations of MSCP Heat Management Solutions while working closely with the Finance Controller to ensure the accuracy, timeliness, and integrity of the Company's financial information.
MSCP is seeking an individual who has experience with, and wants to remain actively involved in, the full accounting cycle. This is a hands-on finance position intended to provide broad responsibility across accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, reconciliations, general ledger accounting, month-end and year-end close, financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, project costing, and financial analysis.
The successful candidate should understand how transactions flow through the accounting system from initial entry through reconciliation, reporting, and financial close. Rather than specializing in a single area of finance, this individual will be expected to develop a strong understanding of MSCP's complete financial cycle and participate in the processes that support it.
The role provides broad exposure to accounting, payroll, financial reporting, budgeting, internal controls, and operational finance within a growing industrial organization. The Finance Coordinator plays an important role in maintaining efficient financial processes, supporting operational decision-making, and contributing to the overall effectiveness of the business.
At MSCP, the Finance Coordinator operates within a collaborative and systemic environment aligned with the Company's organizational methodology. Success in this role comes from supporting organizational flow, maintaining financial visibility, improving processes, and working closely with Operations, Supply Chain, Human Resources, Manufacturing, and Project Delivery.
This position is also designed as a development opportunity for an individual seeking to grow their accounting and financial leadership capabilities.
Roles & Responsibilities
Full-Cycle Accounting & Financial Operations
- Participate in the full accounting cycle, from transaction processing and supporting documentation through reconciliations, general ledger maintenance, financial reporting, and period-end close.
- Process vendor invoices, employee expense reports, purchase transactions, customer invoices, and customer payments accurately and in a timely manner.
- Maintain accounts payable and accounts receivable records and actively support collections and payment processing.
- Complete daily, weekly, and monthly bank, credit card, balance sheet, and general ledger reconciliations.
- Prepare and post journal entries, accruals, adjustments, and other general ledger transactions.
- Participate directly in month-end and year-end close, including reconciliations, working papers, account analysis, and supporting schedules.
- Maintain fixed asset, prepaid expense, accrual, and other balance sheet schedules.
- Assist with intercompany transactions and reconciliations.
- Maintain accurate accounting records and supporting documentation within QuickBooks Online and other financial systems.
- Ensure accounting information is complete, organized, accurate, and readily accessible within MSCP's digital operating environment.
Payroll & Employee Financial Administration
- Participate in payroll preparation, timesheet verification, payroll processing, reconciliations, and reporting.
- Review employee time records for completeness and accuracy.
- Support payroll remittances, statutory deductions, and government reporting requirements.
- Maintain payroll records and employee financial documentation.
- Assist Human Resources with employee benefit deductions, RRSP administration, and payroll-related inquiries.
- Support year-end payroll activities, including T4 preparation and reconciliations.
Financial Reporting, Budgeting & Analysis
- Assist in preparing monthly financial statements, management reports, and financial reporting packages.
- Participate in budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning activities.
- Prepare financial analyses and variance reports and assist in identifying the operational drivers behind financial results.
- Monitor project costing and assist with revenue, labour, material, and project cost tracking.
- Support cash flow forecasting and working capital monitoring.
- Compile and analyze financial information to support business planning and operational decision-making.
- Develop an understanding of how financial results connect to MSCP's projects, manufacturing activities, labour, procurement, and overall operational performance.
Systems, Controls & Continuous Improvement
- Follow and strengthen established accounting procedures, internal controls, and company policies.
- Understand the flow of financial information across the organization and identify gaps, delays, or control risks.
- Identify opportunities to improve financial processes and administrative efficiency.
- Assist in documenting accounting procedures and workflows.
- Support automation initiatives and implementation or improvement of digital financial systems.
- Participate in audit preparation and external information requests.
- Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives that improve financial visibility, accuracy, and organizational flow.
Qualifications & Experience
- Diploma or degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related discipline.
- Three (3) to five (5) years of progressive accounting or bookkeeping experience preferred.
- Demonstrated experience participating in the full accounting cycle is strongly preferred.
- Experience should include meaningful exposure to several areas of accounting, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, bank and general ledger reconciliations, journal entries, month-end close, and financial reporting.
- Candidates with experience owning or supporting accounting processes from transaction entry through financial close and reporting will be strongly considered.
- Experience with QuickBooks Online or comparable accounting software is considered an asset.
- Experience in manufacturing, construction, industrial services, or project-based organizations is considered an asset.
- Intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and Word.
- Strong aptitude for learning financial systems and digital technologies.
Skills & Competencies
- Strong understanding of the full accounting cycle and how individual financial processes connect to the general ledger and financial statements.
- Desire to be hands-on across multiple areas of accounting rather than working exclusively within one specialized function.
- Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
- Strong organizational and time management skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and accounting deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- High level of professionalism, integrity, and confidentiality.
- Positive attitude with a willingness to learn and take on increasing responsibility.
- Ability to work independently while contributing effectively within a collaborative team.
- Strong systems thinking and an understanding of how financial information supports operational performance.
- Commitment to continuous improvement and operational excellence.
