Finance Manager in St. Catharines, Ontario at CEM Engineering

Manager of Finance

Reporting to: Chief Operating Officer

Position Overview:

Lead financial planning, analysis, and reporting activities for our firm and oversee the day-to-day accounting and payroll operations of our engineering firm.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage day-to-day accounting operations, including AP/AR, ADP payroll coordination, expense tracking, and month-end close.
• Maintain and reconcile the general ledger, ensuring accuracy in all financial records.
• Manage and reconcile project-based financials, including job costing, WIP schedules, and revenue recognition.
• Collaborate with project managers and engineers to ensure proper project setup, billing, and financial tracking.
• Produce timely financial reports and dashboards for internal stakeholders.
• Assist in budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis with guidance from the Director of Finance.
• Monitor cash flow, manage bank reconciliations, and track key financial metrics.
• Support the Director of Finance in implementing internal controls and process improvements.
• Liaise with external accountants, tax preparers, and vendors as needed.
• Help manage project-based accounting and job costing related to engineering services.
• Maintain and improve accounting systems.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and company policies.
• General supervision of all accounting staff.

Skills and Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or related field
• CPA designation (complete or in final stages)
• 5-7 years’ experience within a small to medium-sized organization
• Solid experience and knowledge in dealing with accounting systems, budgets, internal controls, business planning, and asset management
• Working knowledge and experience with ADP Workforce Now payroll software
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office productivity suite, and general accounting software
• Excellent organizational skills
• Expert knowledge in finance and accounting procedures and regulations
• Strong analytical and leadership skills
• Ability to work under pressure and on tight deadlines
• Outstanding communication skills, both oral and written
• Exceptional reporting skills
• Customer Focus
• Decision Making and Judgement
• Problem Solving
• Ethics and Integrity