Manager of Finance

Dartmouth, NS

Reference # HL-ATR-10220



Our client, Armour Transportation Systems, is a member of the Seaboard Group of Companies, a privately held organization comprised of numerous transport brands across Canada and the United States. By collaborating with their diverse family of companies, they leverage shared resources, continuous improvement ideologies and industry-leading technology to deliver consistent and reliable service. It is their commitment to transportation excellence that has fueled their growth to become one of North America's largest leading carriers. We are excited to partner with them as they look to bring a Manager of Finance to their team in Dartmouth, NS.

Reporting to the Director, Finance for Armour Transportation and Logistics, the Manager of Finance at Armour Transportation Systems is responsible for supporting the delivery of timely, accurate, and meaningful financial reporting, while helping to maintain effective accounting processes and a strong system of internal controls.



Responsibilities will include:

• Manage the financial reporting function, ensuring compliance with accounting standards and internal policies.
• Prepare and review consolidated financial statements and supporting notes for multiple entities.
• Coordinate month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Support the maintenance and enhancement of internal controls to strengthen financial governance and mitigate risk.
• Identify and implement process improvements to increase efficiency and accuracy in financial reporting.
• Coordinate the annual audit and tax return preparation processes with the external audit team, ensuring all filing and reporting deadlines are met.
• Maintain up-to-date documentation of reporting processes and policies.
• Supervise, mentor, and support the development of finance team members, fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.
• Other related duties as required.

The ideal candidate will possess:

• CPA designation.
• 5-7 years of progressive accounting and finance experience, including leadership responsibilities.
• Experience supporting change management and continuous improvement initiatives in a complex corporate environment.
• Strong experience in the preparation of financial statements and notes in a multi-entity and consolidated reporting environment.
• Demonstrated ability to improve processes and enhance efficiencies while maintaining effective internal controls.
• Highly motivated, with proven success in a deadline-driven environment.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Armour Transportation Systems is committed to the principles of employment equity. The purpose of employment equity is to ensure that no person is denied employment opportunities or benefits for reasons unrelated to ability.



Armour Transportation Systems welcomes applications from Indigenous peoples, African Canadians and other racially visible persons, persons with disabilities, and women in occupations or positions where they are underrepresented. If you are a member of one of these equity groups, you are encouraged to self-identify on your expression of interest for this position.





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