Job Description

Our client, a leader in the manufacturing industry, is seeking an experienced Director of Finance to join their dynamic team. This critical role is focused on maintaining high-level financial standards, optimizing financial operations, and delivering strategic insights to support informed decision-making that drives business growth.Key Responsibilities:

• Financial Leadership: Lead all financial operations within a manufacturing environment, ensuring processes consistently align with strategic growth goals.
• Costing System Management: Design and oversee an efficient costing system that enhances transparency and supports data-driven decision-making.
• Financial Reporting: Ensure precise preparation, consolidation, and reporting of financial results on a monthly and quarterly basis.
• Tax Compliance: Supervise tax-related activities and ensure adherence to all compliance regulations.
• Internal Controls: Implement and maintain effective accounting systems and internal controls aligned with Sarbanes-Oxley requirements.
• Contractual Reviews: Perform detailed financial assessments of contractual obligations to safeguard company interests.
• Executive Summaries: Generate and present high-level summaries based on data analysis for operational, financial, and strategic decision-making.
• Management Reporting: Provide internal financial reports to senior leadership on a regular basis.
• Audit Preparation: Oversee the compilation of supporting information for annual audits and internal SOX compliance requirements.
• Financial Modeling: Develop sophisticated financial models to evaluate the impact of strategic business decisions.
• Variance Analysis: Conduct analytical reviews of Balance Sheet and P& L accounts to guide variance analysis efforts.
• Performance Benchmarks: Establish measurable benchmarks to assess financial and operational performance effectively.
• Cross-Functional Initiatives: Lead cross-departmental projects to streamline processes, drive efficiency, and promote growth.

Qualifications for Director of Finance RoleTo ensure success in this critical position, candidates must meet the following qualifications:

• Extensive Financial Leadership Experience: Minimum of 10 years in a finance leadership role, with a proven ability to drive results and manage large-scale operations.
• Annual Budget Expertise: Demonstrated proficiency in preparing and managing annual budgets, ensuring financial accuracy and strategic alignment.
• Auditing Background: Significant experience in auditing, showcasing a track record of maintaining compliance and improving financial accuracy.
• Budget Processes Mastery: Advanced understanding and expertise in managing budget processes to optimize operational efficiency.
• Standard Costing Knowledge: Strong background in standard costing practices is required to identify cost-saving opportunities and improve transparency.
• Manufacturing Industry Experience: Must have substantial experience working in the manufacturing sector to align financial strategies with industry-specific challenges.
• CPA Designation: Active Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation is mandatory, highlighting advanced financial and accounting expertise.
• IFRS Proficiency: Familiarity with International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) to ensure compliance and reporting accuracy on a global scale.
• Controllership Experience: Previous experience in controllership roles to manage financial operations and reporting effectively.
• Financial Consolidation Skills: Proven proficiency in financial consolidation, ensuring accurate preparation of comprehensive financial statements.

These qualifications are essential for candidates to succeed in this high-level, impactful role and contribute to the strategic financial growth of the organization.Robert Half is the world's first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more.Questions? Call your local office at 1.888.490.5461. All applicants applying for Canadian job openings must be authorized to work in Canada.Only job postings for jobs located in Quebec appear in French.xc2xa9 2025 Robert Half. By clicking Apply Now, you're agreeing to Robert Half's Terms of Use.Robert HalfRobert Half is the world's first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting,...

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