Temporary Finance Officer

No overseas applications.

Additionally, this is a 3 month rolling contract, essentially Temp to Perm opportunity.

Our client is seeking a hands-on, collaborative, and proactive Financial Controller to lead the financial management and day to day operations of its group of companies . The ideal candidate will possess a strong business acumen and solid relationship building skills.

Reporting to the General Manager, the Controller will identify, develop, and establish financial and administrative policies, procedures, and controls; Assist senior management with the development and implementation of the financial management plan, processes, and budget, to support short-term and long-term strategic and tactical goals.

Maintain financial records for each project and/or business unit and provide accurate and timely reporting on the financial activity of each.

Monitor risk management policies and procedures to ensure that organizational risks are minimized.

Ensure that billing and collection schedule is adhered to ensure financial data and cash flow are steady and support operational requirements.

Negotiate with bank for lines of credit or other financial services as required and appropriate.

Coordinate and oversee the preparation of all supporting information for annual audit and liaise with external auditor, as necessary.

Provide direction and oversite of payroll function to ensure employees are paid in a timely and accurate manner; Recruit, train, coach, and develop the finance and administrative team to optimize performance and engagement.

Bachelor’s degree in business, Accounting or Finance.

• Accounting designation (CGA, CPA or CMA) or working towards.
• Minimum 3-5 years experience in a management role, successfully leading finance, and administrative functions.
• Minimum 3-5 years of project accounting experience.
• Solid understanding of construction accounting principals.
• Experience in a complex fast paced organization that has multiple projects, business units and locations.
• Excellent project management skills and ability to plan and organize multiple projects.
• Tech savvy and extensive experience and knowledge of accounting and reporting software.
• Experience with Jonas accounting software a definite asset.
• Advanced MS Office skills, particularly Excel.
• Competitive salary and benefits based on experienced.

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