Manager Financial Services

As the manager, financial services you will:

• Lead your financial services team to ensure effective delivery of services to your allocated departments by promoting a client-focused and service-oriented approach
• Contribute to the development of your client group’s short- and long-term financial strategic plans by providing your financial accounting expertise to the decision-making and reporting process
• Provide financial assistance and support to senior executives and department managers on the accounting and budget process
• Participate as a member of your client group’s management team in policy development and business planning, and work closely with other divisional managers to collaborate on planning, program development, or operational activities

We’re looking for someone who can:

• Build and maintain effective relationships using strong communication skills with client groups with diverse backgrounds and levels of financial literacy
• Facilitate and encourage cooperation between diverse operational groups and skills sets, while utilizing your creative problem-solving skills
• Implement quality initiatives for improvement, by using knowledge of the changing environment, and by identifying potential challenges and opportunities
• Create a climate that encourages and supports the development and success of individuals on your team, enabling them to contribute to the team and reach their maximum potential
• Effectively present complex and highly technical financial topics and concepts to a variety of audiences

Your experience and educational background:

• A professional accounting designation (CPA) and/or a master’s degree in business administration
• A minimum of 10 years of related experience which includes at least five years of experience in a financial management role in a complex corporate environment
• A minimum of five years of experience supervising staff
• Knowledge and experience with financial systems (PeopleSoft) an asset.