Finance Manager

Monitor the financial health of a portfolio and ensure positive cash flow

Develop strategies to increase return on investment and profitability

Maintain high-level interaction with the corporate finance department

Actively participate in the processes related to the sale or acquisition of companies

Application of Valsoft Finance best practices to all companies within Portfolio

Ownership of all things finance for companies acquired into the Portfolio

Financial Reporting :

Oversee and review accounting tasks including tax and compliance

Own monthly financial close process for Portfolio companies

Prepare accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports

Build processes and ensure compliance with Corporate policies and reporting requirements. Identify and manage differences between corporate consolidation accounting policies and local statutory reporting requirements

Ensure effective financial internal controls and continually evaluate established policies and procedures

Optimize internal reporting processes for efficiency

Prepare for and support the corporate audit by providing necessary documentation

Lead and organize the annual statutory audits and ensure all fillings are complete

Team Leadership and Development :

Set targets for and supervise all accounting and finance personnel (Accounting, FP&A, AR, AP)

Provide leadership and develop a high-performing scalable finance team in a decentralized finance environment, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement

Train and coach teams to ensure they have the knowledge and resources necessary to be successful

Financial Systems :

Support Netsuite rollout activities to Portfolio companies by ensuring data integrity

Conduct situational assessments, identify gaps and opportunities for automation, make recommendations, and direct the implementation of such changes as required to improve financial systems and related processes

About you :

A qualified financial accountant (ACCA) with at least a bachelor's degree or above in Accounting, Finance, Economics or similar is essential; CPA preferred

5+ years of experience in a similar role, including at least 2+ years in team management

Ability to manage risks by ensuring that effective and efficient internal controls are in place without compromising operational efficiency and flexibility

Strong understanding of financial processes, with the ability to navigate and resolve conflicting goals of diverse stakeholders

Extensive knowledge and skill in multiple disciplines to be able to support business integration activities effectively and a capacity to understand and interpret conflicting goals and needs of diverse groups

Fast learner and adaptable – time management skills and ability to meet deadlines

Working knowledge of Oracle NetSuite ERP (or similar) is considered an asset

Ability to visualize efficient processes and implement them

Excellent organizational skills and time management

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Advanced knowledge of MS Excel

Expertise in streamlining and implementing efficient financial processes

Prior experience managing a finance team is advantageous

Being fluent in the English language, both written and verbal, is essential

Must be legally authorized to work in Canada

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