Director Of Finance

Director of Finance

Dartmouth, NS

Reference # HL-18308

Our client, Armour Transportation Systems, is a member of the Seaboard Group of Companies, a privately held organization comprised of numerous transport brands across Canada and the United States.

By collaborating with their diverse family of companies, they leverage shared resources, continuous improvement ideologies and industry-leading technology to deliver consistent and reliable service.

The Seaboard Transport Group of Companies uses continuous improvement ideologies and industry-leading in-truck technology to ensure they consistently deliver reliable and sustainable service.

It is their commitment to transportation excellence that has fueled their growth to become one of North America’s largest leading bulk carriers.

We are excited to partner with them looking to bring a Director of Finance to their team in Dartmouth, NS.

The Director of Finance at Armour Transportation Systems is responsible for timely, accurate and meaningful financial reporting to stakeholders by developing and maintaining robust accounting processes and a solid system of internal controls, ensuring compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles for Private Enterprises and all applicable laws and regulations.

Responsibilities will include :

• Provide leadership, guidance and mentorship to the accounting, budgeting and financial reporting functions, developing an engaged and motivated team.
• Champion the use of systems and technology to improve efficiency, timeliness and accuracy of routine accounting to allow for more time on value added activities.
• Ensure roles and responsibilities are well defined, with clear accountabilities, defined goals and objectives and timely and constructive feedback to ensure continual development of resources.
• On time and accurate reporting to internal and external stakeholders on a monthly, quarterly and annual basis financial statements, cash flow forecasts, bank compliance requirements, and tax related items completed by associated deadlines.
• Lead the annual audit and tax return preparation processes with the external audit team, ensuring all filing / reporting deadlines with internal and external stakeholders are met.
• Continual evaluation / monitoring of internal controls and development / implementation of enhancements to ensure an appropriate system of internal control is maintained throughout the organization.
• Working with the business unit leaders, provide regular forecasts of operating results and capital spend.
• Develop change management initiatives for the organization and manage implementation.
• Track and report on key performance indicators and produce an assortment of financial reports on a weekly, monthly and quarterly basis.
• Manage corporate cash flows, including weekly, monthly and long-range cash projections for review by senior management and submission to internal stakeholders and lenders as required.
• Continuously evaluate cash flow projections against actual results, recommending and implementing changes to reduce overall carrying costs.
• Other related duties as required.

The ideal candidate will possess :

• CPA designation.
• 10+ years experience in a progressive management role.
• Experience with change management and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Significant experience in the preparation of financial statements and notes in a multi legal entity / consolidated reporting environment.
• Solid track record in the redesign of processes to achieve greater efficiency / effectiveness while maintaining appropriate internal controls.
• Highly motivated, with proven success in a deadline driven environment.
• Excellent communication skills.

Armour Transportation Systems is committed to the principles of employment equity. The purpose of employment equity is to ensure that no person is denied employment opportunities or benefits for reasons unrelated to ability.

Armour Transportation Systems welcomes applications from Indigenous peoples, African Canadians and other racially visible persons, persons with disabilities, and women in occupations or positions where they are underrepresented.

If you are a member of one of these equity groups, you are encouraged to self-identify on your expression of interest for this position.