Director of Finance in Edmonton

Director of Finance is a full-time, permanent on-site role based in a rural community near High Level, Alberta. We’re seeking a strategic leader with exceptional financial management and accounting skills, strong relationship-building and leadership abilities, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Leadership
  • In collaboration with the Executive Team, lead financial planning aligned with objectives and goals.
  • Partner with the Executive Team to create and implement business objectives.
  • Develop and execute multiyear financial strategies that align with business priorities.
  • Facilitate financial discussions and presentations with internal and external stakeholders.
  • Ensure policies and procedures are compliant with professional standards and provincial and federal regulatory requirements.
  • Develop, maintain, and improve systems, procedures, reports, and forms related to fiscal management.
  • Recruit, train, supervise, and conduct performance reviews for the Finance and Accounting teams.
  • Provide coaching, guidance and mentorship to the Finance and Accounting teams.
• Accounting & Finance
  • Prepare and manage annual budgets, forecasting, and billings.
  • Design, implement, and monitor internal controls to ensure financial integrity.
  • Oversee the accounting, financial reporting, analysis, and preparation of consolidated financial statements, including schedules for tax compliance.
  • Determine and manage financial analytics in alignment with objectives.
  • Monitor financial performance by analyzing data and results and initiate correct accounting and financial principles to minimize risk and variances.
  • Prepare and present financial reports and analysis to stakeholders, ensuring financial reports balance with the trial balance and that all supporting documentation is readily available upon request.
  • Provide financial analysis statements including monthly balance sheets, income statements, cash flow statements, and actual budget.
  • Review and revise financial statements to align with business requirements and industry standards.
  • Ensure accuracy and timely reporting of financial information to appropriate groups.
  • Identify financial, operational, and strategic risks and develop mitigation strategies.
  • Lead the annual audit processes, including preparation of documentation and serving as the liaison with auditors.
  • Conduct or delegate internal audits and checks as needed.
  • Maintain overtime logs for the Finance and Accounting Teams and notify the Financial Controller of any concerns.
  • Ensure the payroll processing system provides timely and accurate processing of payroll transactions, including salaries, benefits, garnishments, taxes, and other deductions.

Qualifications

• Minimum Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Finance or Business Administration.
• Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) designation or equivalent.
• Seven to ten (7-10) years in a senior finance, leadership, accounting and auditing role.
• Five (5) years in a leadership role, with experience leading and coaching a team.
• Proven experience in budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting.

Competencies

• Extensive knowledge about financial management systems, principles, and practices of budget preparation.
• Excellent computer skills with Microsoft Office Suite and accounting systems.
• Strong leadership skills, with the ability to lead, coach, and mentor a team.
• Strong relationship building and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently or within a team.
• Demonstrated professionalism and ability to always maintain confidentiality.
• Excellent time management skills, with the ability to multitask and prioritize and meet tight deadlines in a fast paced environment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and organization skills.
• Ability to adapt to change.

Other Requirements

• Must provide a clear Criminal Record Check.
• Valid Driver’s License (Class 5) with a clean driver abstract.
• Must be willing to live in-community.
• Occasional travel required.
• Must be willing to travel for training purposes and/or meetings.
• Occasional overtime may be required, including the availability to work evenings and weekends during periods of operational necessity and emergencies.