The Finance Manager will oversee the financial health and strategy of the agency, ensuring accurate financial reporting, efficient operations, forecasting, and compliance. This role requires both strategic thinking and hands-on financial management, ideally suited to a candidate with experience in similar service-based industries. We're a growing company and take on many types of projects, so there will be a wide variety of tasks for you to work on.
In your role as the Manager of Finance, you will be expected to:Financial Strategy & Planning- Lead financial forecasting, budgeting, and long-term planning in alignment with the agency's growth objectives.
- Monitor revenue, margins, and profitability by project/client
- Analyze key metrics (utilization, billable rates, project performance)
- Advise leadership on financial implications of strategic decisions.
Accounting & Reporting- Prepare timely and accurate financial reports, including P&L, balance sheet, and cash flow statements.
- Ensure compliance with local, provincial, and federal financial regulations and reporting requirements.
- Oversee monthly and yearly closing, reporting, and variance analysis
Implement and/or optimize tools and systems to improve financial visibility and efficiency (e.g., project time tracking, financial dashboards).
Operational Finance- Manage and review ongoing operational expenses, payroll, payments to contractors
- Review expense claims
- General bookkeeping and reporting
- Collaborate with project managers and departments leads to improve processes and resource allocation
- Manage financial relationships with suppliers/vendors, contractors, and clients
RequirementsWhat kind of skillset do you need to be successful in your role within the Evolving community?- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA is an asset).
- 5+ years of experience in finance/accounting; experience in a digital agency or professional services firm is highly preferred.
- You have good knowledge of taxation in Canada and Quebec (an asset if you have knowledge about US)
- Strong skills in Google Sheets or similar software
- You like to improve yourself and processes in place and explore and use different tools to do so (ChatGPT as an example)
- Proficiency with accounting software (e.g., Xero, Dex) and project management tools (Redmine, Float, Notion etc.).
- Excellent analytical skills and business acumen.
- Collaborative mindset.
- Strong understanding of GAAP and financial compliance requirements.
- Familiarity with project-based accounting and revenue recognition
- You speak English and French (French is a strong asset)
BenefitsWhat we Offer- Impact - Work on projects for prestigious organizations that impact the lives of ten of thousands of users every day
- Challenge - Opportunity to take ownership of projects with a high level of creative and technical complexity
- Learning & Growth - A collaborative environment that encourages continuous learning and mentorship
- Culture - A company with a team from around the works that feels like a family
- Flexible hybrid - For candidates based in Montreal and its suburbs, this role follows a hybrid work schedule, with three days in the office and two days working remotely each week
Ready to make a difference? Join us and help shape the future of digital experiences!
Please note that all communications related to the recruitment process will be conducted exclusively by email.
