VP Finance & Corporate Services

AFL is looking for a

Vice President, Finance & Corporate Services

to join a company that is helping build the network infrastructure that powers communication, digital access, and economic growth in communities across Canada. AFL is a global fiber optic manufacturer and solutions provider with operations in multiple countries, focused on delivering innovative infrastructure solutions and high-quality services across service provider, enterprise, energy, and industrial markets.

At AFL, people are central to the company’s success. The culture emphasizes collaboration, diversity and inclusion, integrity, accountability, learning, and career growth, with opportunities to contribute across engineering, field operations, manufacturing, and corporate functions, including finance.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, or related field (or equivalent experience)

Significant experience in senior financial management roles, ideally within relevant industries

Proven track record in operational finance and support functions (e.g. facilities or administration), team leadership, and business partnering

Strong understanding of financial systems, reporting, and compliance requirements in Canada

Designation – CPA. CPA, CA

Key Responsibilities

Lead all aspects of financial management, including budgeting, forecasting, tax management and reporting, ensuring compliance with financial regulations, laws and requirements.

Optimize the company’s liquidity and cashflow.

Partner with business leaders to drive operational performance and support decision-making through robust financial analytics.

Provide clear, actionable insights and strategic recommendations to the President and Senior Leadership Team.

Oversee development and monitoring of key financial and operational performance indicators.

Provide executive leadership and governance over Corporate Services, including fleet, real estate, and office administration.

Ensure support to production, service delivery, and customer commitments through strong inventory integrity, logistics coordination, and space utilization.

Executive prime for third‑party logistics.

Establish expectations, controls, and performance standards for inventory management, working capital, safety, and operational efficiency.

Provide oversight to ensure appropriate systems, processes, and controls are in place to manage inventory risk.

Oversee office administration and corporate services to ensure a professional, functional, and cost‑effective workplace environment.

Provide oversight of Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable, ensuring strong controls, timely vendor payments and customer collections, and disciplined management of working capital, and cash flow performance.

Set standards for office operations, facilities coordination, administrative support, and vendor management.

Balance service quality, operational continuity, and cost effectiveness across the full corporate services portfolio.

Team & Culture

Build, coach, and energize a high‑performing finance team.

Uphold and promote company values and organizational culture.

Support talent development, workforce planning, and remuneration frameworks.

Operational Excellence

Oversee financial operations, including accounts, payroll and financial systems.

Ensure robust financial controls and effective risk management.

Drive process improvement and digital transformation initiatives.

Business Planning & Performance

Support implementation and monitoring of business plans.

Provide timely, relevant financial analysis and reporting.

Collaborate with sales, operations, and other functions to optimize resource allocation.

Stakeholder Engagement

Represent the organization with auditors, banks, suppliers, and major customers.

Health & Safety

Promptly report any health or safety hazards, incidents, or injuries.

Comply with AFL’s Health, Safety and Environment policies and procedures.

Participate in all required OH&S training.

Ensure equipment is used safely and maintained appropriately.

Support cost control through responsible use of resources.

Skills And Competencies

Executive leadership and enterprise thinking.

Strong financial and business acumen.

Strategic planning and risk management.

Operational governance and oversight.

Influence, judgment, and decision‑making.

Clear, credible communication with senior leaders and stakeholders.

Working Conditions

Flexible – normal expectations for 3-4 days in a primary office/team office.

10‑25% travel requirements monthly. 75% Canadian 25% US.

Additional Perks

Competitive salary.

Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits.

RRSP or retirement savings matching.

Paid vacation and personal days.

Professional development and training support.

Hybrid work arrangements.

Employee assistance program and wellness resources.

Collaborative, high‑performing team environment.

Exposure to large-scale, high‑impact projects.

Strong safety, quality, and continuous improvement culture.

We provide reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity, not discriminating based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability.

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