Financial Manager V - MFCJP00016969

Our recruitment agency is seeking an experienced, high-caliber Financial Manager on behalf of our premier client in Toronto.
In this role, you will provide strategic leadership and oversight for Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) and financial close activities within a dynamic, collaborative, enterprise environment. Managing a dedicated team of three, you will drive budgeting and forecasting processes, ensure accurate financial reporting, and act as a crucial delegate ensuring business continuity during Director absences.
If you are a designated CPA with over 10 years of progressive finance experience and a passion for managing teams, driving financial strategy, and partnering with cross-functional leadership, this opportunity is an ideal fit.
Contract (6 Months with high potential for extension or permanent conversion)

Advantages
•Strategic Leadership Opportunity: Take ownership of key financial planning and decision-making processes for a major corporate enterprise.
•High Executive Visibility: Direct impact on financial strategy with direct exposure to senior business leaders and stakeholders.
•Team Leadership & Development: Lead, mentor, and build a high-performing finance team of three professionals.
•Flexible Work Model: Enjoy a hybrid schedule (3 anchor days onsite in downtown Toronto: Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday).
•Long-Term Growth Potential: High likelihood of contract extension or full-time permanent conversion based on business needs and performance.


Responsibilities
•FP&A Leadership: Lead core FP&A activities, including budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, financial modeling, and long-range financial planning.
•Financial Operations & Reporting: Oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes. Direct the preparation of financial reports, income statements, balance sheets, and executive presentation decks.
•Team Management: Directly manage, mentor, and support a team of three finance professionals, fostering a collaborative and high-efficiency work environment.
•Strategic Business Partnership: Work closely with business leaders and cross-functional teams to provide actionable financial insights, highlight risks and opportunities, and guide investment strategies.
•Compliance & Oversight: Ensure strict compliance with accounting policies, internal procedures, and regulatory requirements while supervising cash management activities.
•System Utilization: Leverage modern financial systems (such as Anaplan and advanced Excel models) to streamline reporting accuracy and efficiency.


Qualifications
Must-Haves:
•Education & Professional Designation: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline AND an active CPA (or equivalent advanced financial designation).
•Experience Level: 10+ years of progressive Finance and Accounting experience, with demonstrated hands-on leadership responsibilities.
•FP&A Mastery: Proven expertise in complex financial modeling, variance analysis, enterprise budgeting, and dynamic forecasting.
•Financial Close Expertise: Strong history of running month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes smoothly.
•Leadership & Tools: Proven track record of managing direct reports, paired with expert-level proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial reporting tools.

Nice-to-Haves:
•Direct experience with Anaplan modeling and software.
•Experience working within large-scale corporate or enterprise finance environments (specifically within IT finance or corporate operations).
•Familiarity or working experience with AI-assisted finance tools and automation.

Key Soft Skills:
•Exceptional verbal and written communication skills with a strong ability to translate complex financial data into insights for executive stakeholders.
•Advanced critical thinking, strategic problem-solving, and decisive decision-making under tight deadlines.
•Outstanding time management and the ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.


Summary
This is a critical, highly visible Financial Manager role designed for a seasoned FP&A and accounting leader. Responsible for overseeing financial reporting, managing budgets, directing close processes, and leading a small finance team, the ideal candidate will bring strong analytical expertise and enterprise experience to drive business growth.
If you meet the qualifications and are ready to take on a strategic role starting August 2026, apply today!


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