On behalf of our client Climate Smart Group of Companies (CSS), we are seeking a Finance Manager to join their team. Headquartered in Prince Albert, CSS, is revolutionizing ecosystem management through innovative solutions in nature-based carbon offset projects and beyond.
Committed to empowering both First Nations and industrial clients, CSS is dedicated to creating long-term economic benefits through ecological services.
CSS is seeking a motivated and analytical individual to become a leader in their Business Services Division. Reporting to the Controller, the Finance Manager is responsible for leading a team responsible for the execution of all day-to-day financial functions of the organization and the clients they serve.
You will lead the growth of their business services division delivering expertise in sustainability disclosures and solution case development.
This is a hybrid / remote role with the ideal candidate ideally being located around Prince Albert or Saskatoon area as the occasional in person meeting is required.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES :
- Develop best practices for financial management, corporate governance, fund raising, and solutions case development.
- Provides financial management, advisory and research services for a wide range of projects and initiatives.
- Performs financial analysis, forecasting, reporting, reconciliations, and monitoring the use of financial resources.
- Ensures all financial transactions are appropriately processed and recorded in the proper accounts in a manner that meets all applicable audit and regulatory requirements.
- Manages the month-end process and produces month-end financial reports.
- Lead the annual budget process and coordinate with other Team Leaders.
- Ensures that all regulatory and statutory reporting and remittances are met.
- Prepares documents for auditors during annual audit process.
- Researches, collaborates, and submits grant applications.
- Performs analysis and prepares reports to effectively manage working capital.
- Manage the ERP system setup and maintain integrity.
- Prepares and interprets contracts, legal documents, and other agreements.
- Lead contact with external accountant to prepare corporate income tax returns.
- Oversees payroll processing.
- Supervises and coaches.
SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS :
- Bachelor’s degree in business, economics, science, environmental studies, or other relevant fields.
- CPA designation or near completion.
- Strong working knowledge of Accounting, GAAP, and regulatory requirements.
- Minimum 5 years of proven experience performing full cycle accounting.
- Experience successfully leading projects.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Proficiency in MS Office products is essential.
- The ability to think analytically and creatively.
- Previous experience supervising staff is an asset.
- Experience with Ceridian is an asset.
In joining Climate Smart Group of Companies (CSS), you will embark on a journey at the forefront of ecosystem management and sustainability innovation.
With a commitment to dynamic and challenging work, competitive compensation, and a comprehensive benefits package, CSS offers not only a job but also a platform for professional growth and leadership in CPA standards and IFRS Sustainability.
Embrace the opportunity to make a significant impact in a hybrid / remote work environment, where your contributions will drive tangible outcomes in nature-based carbon offset projects and beyond.
Apply now to lead the charge towards a greener, economically vibrant tomorrow.
If you're passionate about making a tangible impact in sustainability and finance and would like to learn more about this opportunity, please forward your resume to kam.
[email protected] . We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only candidates already eligible to work in Canada will be reviewed, and those selected to move forward will be contacted