Reporting directly to the President and CEO, the Chief Financial Officer will be responsible for the sound management of the overall financial resources and accounting processes of a shared service center.

• Strategic Oversight  : Develop and lead financial strategies to align financial objectives with the company’s vision.

• Accounting and Administrative Cycle Management  : Oversee the entire accounting and administrative cycle, including management of payroll, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and monthly and annual closing operations.

• Preparation of financial statements  : Ensure the preparation and presentation of monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements.

• Budget Management  : Develop, manage and monitor annual budgets and financial forecasts.

• Financial Analysis  : Perform in-depth financial analyses to support management’s strategic decisions.

• Cash management:  Develop cash budgets and optimize flows.

• Management Control  : Establish and monitor internal control processes to ensure financial integrity.

• Risk Management  : Identify, assess and manage financial risks to minimize negative impacts on the business.

• Financing  : Develop and implement financing strategies to support growth projects and capital needs.

• Partner Relations : Manage relationships with banks, auditors and other stakeholders.

• Cost Optimization  : Design and implement strategies to optimize costs and improve operational efficiency.

• Information Systems  : Develop, implement and maintain robust financial and accounting procedures to ensure financial data accuracy and compliance.

• Compliance and tax planning  : Ensure compliance and maximize tax benefits (CDAE, SR&ED).

• Supervision : Train and develop a high-performing financial team, promoting a collaborative and motivating work environment.

You are a good fit for the job if you….

• Education  : University degree in finance or accounting. CPA designation an asset.

• Experience  : Minimum of 5 to 7 years of experience in financial management, preferably in an SME and/or in the IT sector.

• Communication  : Excellent oral and written communication skills, in French (English an asset).

• Adaptability  : Ability to work independently in a dynamic, fast-paced, and constantly changing environment.