Director, Internal Controls & Finance Transformation

About the Company Our client is a manufacturing company. They are looking for a Director, Internal Controls & Finance Transformation to join their team! Long term scope with visible impact working with exceptional leaders in the industry Competitive overall compensation package inclusive of annual bonus and RRSP matching program Own governance and ongoing maintenance of the finance policy suite—including the accounting policy manual, standard operating procedures (SOPs) and delegation of authority / approval matrix—coordinating technical accounting content with Corporate Accounting. Establish an appropriate cadence for policy reviews, approvals, communication, training and implementation in relation to ICFR. Establish and manage a pipeline of Finance improvement initiatives: identify and prioritize opportunities, define scope and deliverables, assign owners, and project-manage work through implementation. Partner with regional Finance, IT and operations functional leaders to strengthen processes and controls, including system-dependent controls, spreadsheets, reporting and approval workflows. Manage external advisors by agreeing scope, evaluating recommendations and deliverables, monitoring timelines and ensuring follow-through. Provide clear updates to senior management on control matters, remediation and transformation projects; coach the Finance Systems & Data Governance Manager. Experience in public-company SOX level internal controls, risk advisory, internal audit, finance transformation, including building or materially improving programs — not solely testing established controls.

• Demonstrated experience leading cross-functional projects and influencing stakeholders across functions and geographies.
• Experience developing or maintaining finance policies, SOPs, control documentation, risk/control matrices or governance processes.
• Strong understanding of financial reporting processes, IT-dependent controls, spreadsheets/end-user computing and segregation of duties.
• Ability to manage external advisors and translate findings into workable changes.
• In depth experience with SOX 404, ICFR and COSO-based public-company control frameworks, including control design, testing and remediation.
• CPA, CIA, CISA or an equivalent qualification is an asset; Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco/Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to the individual’s skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, office location and other geographic considerations, as well as other business and organizational needs. With that said, as required by local law in geographies that require salary range disclosure, Vaco/Highspring notes the salary range for the role is noted in this job posting. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, and can participate in medical, dental, and vision benefits as well as the company’s retirement plan. Further assessment of candidates beyond this initial phase within Vaco/Highspring will be otherwise assessed by recruiters and hiring managers. Vaco by Highspring is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race (including but not limited to traits historically associated with race such as hair texture and hair style), color, sex (includes pregnancy or related conditions), religion or creed, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, status as a veteran, union membership, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, political affiliation, or any other protected characteristics as required by federal, state or local law.

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