Finance Director (6 month contract)

This is a 6 month contract with permanent potential at the end of the contract

About the Opportunity

• Lead the preparation and review of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with IFRS and applicable regulatory requirements.
• Oversee the financial reporting process, ensuring accurate, timely, and complete reporting to senior management, the Board, and other stakeholders.
• Manage the year-end audit process, serving as the primary contact for external auditors and coordinating the preparation of audit schedules and supporting documentation.
• Ensure appropriate application and interpretation of new and evolving IFRS standards, assessing their impact on the organization and implementing required changes.
• Oversee technical accounting matters, including complex transactions, revenue recognition, leases, financial instruments, consolidations, and other IFRS-related issues.
• Develop and maintain accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls to ensure compliance with IFRS and promote the integrity of financial reporting.
• Lead the month-end and quarter-end close processes, identifying opportunities to improve reporting accuracy, efficiency, and timeliness.
• Review financial results and provide variance analysis and financial insights to senior leadership, highlighting key business drivers, risks, and opportunities.
• Oversee the preparation of management reporting, financial analysis, budgets, forecasts, and financial models to support strategic decision-making.
• Lead, mentor, and develop the finance and accounting team, fostering a high-performing environment with strong accountability, technical expertise, and continuous improvement.

General Financial Oversight:

• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and reports, highlighting key metrics and trends.
• Assist in developing financial policies, procedures, and internal controls to streamline financial operations.
• Work closely with senior leadership to support business decisions and optimize financial performance.
• Assist in preparing for audits, including providing necessary documentation for revenue and payroll audits.
• Ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations regarding payroll and revenue recognition.

Process Improvement:

• Continuously assess and improve payroll and revenue recognition processes to increase efficiency, accuracy, and compliance.
• Identify and implement automation opportunities to streamline payroll processing and financial reporting.
• Collaborate with IT and software vendors to maintain and optimize payroll and accounting systems.

Skills

• Exceptional attention to detail with a high level of accuracy.
• Strong problem-solving abilities and analytical skills.
• Ability to communicate complex financial information clearly to both financial and non-financial stakeholders.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Advanced proficiency in Excel (pivot tables, v-lookups, etc.).

About You

• CPA or other relevant certifications preferred.
• 5+ years of experience in accounting or finance, with a focus on IFRS reporting.
• Strong knowledge of IFRS and experience preparing and reviewing complex financial statements and disclosures.
• Experience leading external audits and working effectively with external auditors and other key stakeholders.
• Proven experience managing month-end, quarter-end, and year-end financial reporting processes.
• Strong understanding of revenue recognition principles (ASC 606 or equivalent).
• Solid understanding of accounting principles and regulatory requirements

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