Vice President, Finance Shared Services

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the Company’s finance shared services function across the organization.
• Provide thought leadership, effective prioritization of deliverables, and set the future direction of the function.
• Collaborate with teams across the organization to develop and implement operational finance processes and procedures that align with operational goals and objectives.
• Lead the month-end close process for the Company, enabling timely and accurate financial reporting and analysis that provides financial insights to support decision-making.
• Review and provide guidance on complex accounting issues, account reconciliations, and other month-end close deliverables.
• Implement and maintain effective internal control processes to safeguard company assets and ensure financial data integrity.
• Ensure compliance with accounting policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with external auditors during audits to provide necessary documentation and support.
• Collaborate with the acquisition onboarding team and business unit finance teams on integration of acquired companies; oversee the integration activities for the finance shared services function.
• Drive standardization and process optimization efforts with a shared services mindset.
• Develop and implement KPIs and KPI reporting for the shared services function.
• Participate in project delivery including ERP implementation and other automation initiatives, as required.
• Supervise and mentor a team of accounting professionals, providing guidance and support in their day-to-day activities.
• Conduct performance evaluations and provide ongoing feedback to team members.
• Identify training needs and coordinate training programs to enhance the team’s technical and professional skills.
• Foster a collaborative and high-performing team environment.

Qualification & Requirements

To be successful as the Vice President, Finance Shared Services you will need:

• Solid understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting standards.
• Advanced analytical skills with the ability to interpret and manipulate financial data.
• Attention to detail and accuracy in financial analysis and reporting.
• Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Excel and other financial analysis tools.
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills to effectively build and motivate teams, encourage a culture of accountability, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and deliver change supporting the Company’s priorities.
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong planning and organization skills, including managing and coordinating teams and project plans.

All-star candidates will have:

• 10-15 years of progressive experience in various accounting and finance roles of increasing responsibility and complexity; shared services experience would be considered an asset.
• CPA or equivalent certification in good standing and work experience with a major accounting firm is required.
• Strong knowledge of accounting software and ERP systems; proficiency in using Workday considered an asset.
• Acquisition and integration experience would be considered an asset.

Benefits

• Learn by working alongside our experts
• Extended health care and dental benefits
• A retirement savings plan with company contributions
• A suite of Health & Wellness offerings
• Mental Health programs and support for you and your family
• Assistance for the completion of industry designations
• Competitive compensation