Finance Manager

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  • Calgary, AB
  • $95,000-110,000 per year
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 1 month ago
Description :The mission of the Finance Manager is to coordinate and oversee all daily accounting processes for Modern Niagara Calgary to ensure they are carried out efficiently, effectively, and within established timelines. The position is also responsible for the monthly financial reporting of MNC’s Major Projects and Special Projects divisions for the Calgary regional office. The Finance Manager must work with both their Finance teammates, as well as with Operations staff, to ensure that the highest level of service is provided to projects, external clients and vendors.The Finance Manager must also live and promote Modern Niagara’s Core Values in all their actions and support the efforts of the entire Modern Niagara team towards achievement of established financial and business Key Performance Indicators (‘KPIs’). The incumbent will have the opportunity to develop professionally and advance his/her Finance career upward within Modern Niagara through a combination of both education and a breadth of professional experience.OVERVIEW OF RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Manage the financial planning and analysis process and provide leadership promoting adherence to Modern Niagara’s core values
  • Prepare monthly financial reporting package for Modern Niagara Calgary construction divisions. Identify and implement opportunities to streamline the financial reporting package or add reports that will help the Executive Team achieve the Company’s financial goals more effectively.
  • Monitor Work-in-Process ("WIP") reports and work with the Director of Finance and Operations Team to ensure billing targets are met or exceeded.
  • Promote and support communication between AP, AR and Project Managers to ensure contract and invoicing issues are identified and resolved in a timely manner.
  • Work with Project Managers and Project Coordinators to ensure billing breakdowns are established for each contract in a manner to provide maximum financing advantage
  • Promote and support communication between Finance and Project Managers to ensure financial performance on projects.
  • Monitor Accounts Receivable aging reports on a regular basis and coordinate collection efforts with both Collections and Project Management personnel to ensure cash collection KPIs are met.
  • Maintain and monitor Company’s cash forecasts, ensuring cash resources are optimized.
  • Control and maintain/update the Company's cash forecasts, ensuring cash resources are optimized and Company liquidity is maintained at all times.
  • Provide guidance to finance team\operations regarding the appropriate accounting treatment for certain transactions.
  • Maintain relationship with regional business leads and become a business partner in managing both project and business performance.
  • Evaluate internal controls and identify areas for improvement.
  • Seek efficiencies in financial transaction processing and reporting.
  • Coordinate responses to external auditor inquiries.
  • Complete special projects & analysis on an ad-hoc basis, as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
  • Professional accounting designation required (CPA). An alternative combination of education and experience may be considered for the right candidate.
  • Minimum of 5 years of financial management or controllership experience.
  • Experience in the construction industry a definite asset.
  • Ability and willingness to lead people - People leadership and management experience will be a definite asset.
  • Team player with strong communication skills.
  • Resourceful, energetic and strong work ethic.
  • Ability to meet deadlines with a high level of accuracy.
  • Strategic thinking and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability and willingness to learn and develop professionally and personally.
  • Ability to pro-actively analyze, identify and communicate trends to Area Senior Leadership Team.
  • Desire to continuously improve systems and processes with an open mind towards change.
  • Experience with an ERP implementation a definite asset.
  • Position will be based out of the Modern Niagara Calgary Office.
This is a new position. Expected annual compensation; $95,000 - $110,000Modern Niagara offers a competitive total compensation package including:
  • Performance based bonus opportunities
  • Defined Contribution Pension Plan with a generous employer contribution
  • Flexible Health and Dental benefits with tiered options to meet the needs of you and your family
  • An annual health spending account to support your overall wellness
  • 24/7 confidential support through our Employee and Family Assistance Program with access to comprehensive resources and professional services
  • A competitive vacation package with additional vacation granted throughout your tenure with the organization.
  • Employer Paid Parental Leave Top Up
  • Annual Community Day dedicated to volunteering and giving back to the communities where we live and work
  • Corporate Discounts through various vendors across Canada for programs such as fitness, mobile phones, travel, home and auto insurance and many others
Here at Modern Niagara, because we know our people are the best in the industry, we pride ourselves on providing a total compensation package that rewards employees for their hard work and supports employees and their families in their overall wellbeing.About Modern NiagaraWho We AreModern Niagara helps building owners, managers, and general contractors meet the mechanical, and electrical needs of their buildings across Vancouver, Calgary, Edmonton, Toronto, Southwestern Ontario, and Ottawa. We are committed to having a positive and meaningful impact on Canada’s infrastructure — and on the communities where we live, learn, work, and heal. We build for life.Our Culture & ValuesWe value passion, initiative, determination, professionalism, and teamwork. Health and safety are embedded in everything we do, and our award-winning safety culture consistently performs well above industry standards.Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at Modern NiagaraWe are committed to building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive organization where everyone has access to opportunity, feels a sense of belonging, and can thrive. We actively work to remove barriers faced by members of equity-seeking groups (including women, Indigenous, Black, racialized, 2SLGBTQIA+ people, people with disabilities, and newcomers to Canada) in the construction industry. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and lived experiences and are committed to a barrier-free hiring process. If you require accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process, please contact us at so we can make appropriate arrangements.We appreciate every applicant’s interest in joining Modern Niagara. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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