Manager, Financial Reporting

Position Title: Manager, Financial Reporting & Lender Relations
Salary & Benefits: $100,000-$120,000 plus 20% bonus, health benefits, pension, 3 weeks' vacation
Position Status: Existing vacancy
Location: Ottawa, ON / Gatineau, QC
Work Model: Hybrid - 4 days per week onsite
Additional Notes:
Our client is a leading U.S. renewable energy company, recognized for its innovation and commitment to advancing the global transition to sustainable, low-carbon power. With decades of experience and assets valued at $20 billion, they offer exceptional career opportunities for finance professionals. They are currently seeking a Manager – Financial Reporting & Lender Relations to oversee complex reporting requirements and lead a high-performing team.

As the Manager – Financial Reporting & Lender Relations, you will play a key role within the finance team, providing leadership to ensure accurate, timely, and compliant financial reporting. You will work closely with the project finance team and North American operations, taking the lead on reporting for major initiatives. This role includes managing month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes, preparing complex financial statements, streamlining audit processes, and building strong internal and external relationships. You will guide your team to drive results in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities:
Financial Reporting

• Analyze financial data and prepare detailed reports for shareholders and stakeholders.
• Review financial statements to ensure compliance with corporate standards and reporting deadlines.
• Coordinate external audits and oversee internal controls related to financial reporting.

Lender Relations

• Lead a team of Accountants, ensuring timely responses to lender inquiries.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with external partners to resolve financial concerns.

Compliance & Risk Management

• Ensure all reporting obligations and compliance requirements are met.
• Review partnership agreements and financing documents to mitigate risk.
• Implement and maintain internal controls to safeguard reporting integrity.

Process Improvement & Ad Hoc Responsibilities

• Evaluate and streamline financial processes to enhance operational efficiency.
• Leverage technology to optimize workflow and reporting processes.
• Maintain a proactive approach to ensure accuracy and reliability in financial reporting.
• Support M&A activities as required.

The ideal candidate will hold a CPA designation and have significant experience working within a Big 4 accounting firm or a publicly traded company. You will demonstrate proven leadership, with the ability to motivate and develop a high-performing team. Strong interpersonal skills are essential for building and maintaining relationships both internally and externally. You will be highly organized, able to manage multiple priorities, and consistently meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced, complex environment. Adaptability is key, with the ability to quickly embrace new processes, systems, and reporting tools. Excellent communication skills are critical for effectively collaborating across teams and engaging with external stakeholders. Flexibility to work additional hours during peak periods and a commitment to being on-site four days per week are also required.

What will make you stand out:

• 5+ years of progressive experience in a Big 4 firm or public company.
• Demonstrated leadership and team management experience.
• Ability to quickly adapt to new processes or systems.
• Exceptional communication skills for building strong internal and external relationships.
• CPA designated
  

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