Finance Manager at IntermodeX – Richmond, British Columbia

IntermodeX is Western Canada’s largest integrated logistics services company, connecting cargo via container, rail, barge, and truck to global markets. We are proud to be an SSA Marine enterprise, committed to safety and excellence in logistics and supply chain solutions. 

Lead. Influence. Build what’s next.

IntermodeX is looking for a Finance Manager on a 1 year contract who wants more than just month-end close. This is a hands-on leadership role with real influence — overseeing finance and administration, partnering with senior leaders, and helping shape how the business makes decisions.

If you enjoy turning numbers into insight, leading people, and improving systems in a fast-moving operational environment, this role offers both scope and visibility.

Why this role stands outLead the Finance & Administration function

Be a trusted advisor to the Controller and senior leadership

Drive costing, pricing, and operational KPIs that directly impact the business

Play a key role in group-wide system implementations and projects

Manage and mentor a finance team in a collaborative environment

What you’ll be responsible forFinancial leadership & reporting

Own local accounting and month-end reporting, ensuring accuracy and timeliness

Support audits, budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, and financial modeling

Develop costing models and pricing support for operational leaders

Build business cases for capital and special projects

Partner closely with department managers to provide clear financial insight

Projects & systems

Lead and act as SME on group initiatives (e.g., expense management)

Support new finance system implementations and continuous improvement projects

Collaborate with SSA Marine Canada on cross-group initiatives

People leadership

Lead and develop the billing, payroll, and accounting support teams

Oversee union payroll, year-end adjustments, and reconciliations

Provide coaching, mentoring, and day-to-day guidance to ensure a high-performing team

Controls & governance

Maintain and improve internal control policies and documentation

Act as a go-to resource for finance and administrative inquiries across the business

What we’re looking forBachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or Business (CPA is a strong asset)

5+ years of progressive experience in finance or accounting

3+ years in a leadership or supervisory role

Strong cost accounting, financial modeling, and forecasting skills

Advanced Excel skills (pivots, lookups, formulas)

Experience in logistics, transportation, or a complex operational environment is an asset

What will make you successful hereYou’re a strong people leader who enjoys developing others

You communicate clearly and build trust across teams

You’re comfortable balancing strategy with hands-on work

You thrive in a changing environment and enjoy solving complex problems

You bring sound judgment, discretion, and a high degree of professionalism

What you can expectA leadership role with real impact and visibility

Exposure to group-level initiatives and senior decision-making

A collaborative team culture where your expertise is valued

Opportunities to influence systems, processes, and how the business operates