Summary:Job Title: Finance Manager
Reports to: Executive General Manager
Work Type: Full Time, Permanent
Salary Range: CA$90,000.00 - 110,000.00
Location: Aurora, Ontario
The Finance Manager is a finance leader responsible for overseeing all aspects of financial management, reporting, cost control, and business performance within our manufacturing operations. Reporting directly to the General Manager, this role acts as a strategic business partner to Operations, Sales, and cross-functional teams, delivering actionable financial insights that support profitable growth, operational excellence, and informed decision-making.
The successful candidate will lead the full spectrum of accounting and finance activities while driving continuous process improvement initiatives across the organization. This role will also play a key part in supporting the company's upcoming corporate separation, with exposure to transaction-related activities and financial structuring.
What You'll DoStrategic Finance Leadership- Partner with the Executive General Manager and leadership team to support strategic initiatives and business growth.
- Provide financial analysis and recommendations to improve profitability, productivity, and cash flow.
- Support strategic planning, capital investment evaluations, and business case development.
- Develop financial models, forecasts, and scenario analyses to support operational and commercial decisions.
- Serve as a trusted advisor to plant management and department leaders.
- Lead the implementation, integration, and ongoing enhancement of finance systems, ensuring alignment with business needs and process efficiency.
- Oversee system setup, optimization, and data integrity, driving automation and best practices in financial processes.
Financial Reporting & Compliance- Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes.
- Prepare and present accurate financial statements, management reports, and KPI dashboards.
- Ensure compliance with IFRS/GAAP, corporate policies, tax regulations, and statutory requirements.
- Coordinate external audits, tax filings, and regulatory reporting activities.
- Maintain strong internal controls and financial governance processes.
Manufacturing Cost Accounting- Oversee standard costing, product costing, inventory valuation, and cost allocation methodologies.
- Analyze manufacturing variances, including material, labor, overhead, scrap, and production efficiency variances.
- Collaborate with Operations to identify cost-saving opportunities and improve performance.
- Monitor and report on production metrics, margins, and operational KPIs.
- Ensure accurate inventory accounting and reconciliation processes.
Budgeting, Forecasting & Performance Management- Lead annual budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning processes.
- Monitor financial performance against budget and forecast targets.
- Deliver timely variance analysis and actionable recommendations.
- Develop meaningful operational and financial KPIs to support accountability and continuous improvement.
- Drive a culture of data-driven decision-making throughout the organization.
Working Capital & Cash Flow Management- Identify opportunities to streamline financial processes and improve reporting efficiency.
- Support ERP optimization and system enhancement initiatives.
- Drive continuous improvement projects that enhance financial and operational performance.
Team Leadership- Build, develop, and mentor a high-performing finance team, including Business Analysts and Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR) functions.
- Establish clear objectives, performance expectations, and development plans.
- Promote collaboration between finance and operational departments.
- Foster a culture of accountability, integrity, and continuous improvement.
What You Bring- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field.
- CPA (Canada) designation is required.
- 10+ years of progressive finance and accounting experience. Minimum 3 years in a manufacturing environment.
- Proven expertise in cost accounting, inventory management, budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting.
- Strong understanding of manufacturing finance and standard costing methodologies.
- Experience working with ERP systems such as Microsoft Dynamics or equivalent platforms.
- Strong knowledge of internal controls, audit requirements, and regulatory compliance.
- Demonstrated ability to lead through organizational change and ambiguity.
- Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills.
- Results-oriented with a continuous improvement mindset.
- High level of integrity, professionalism, and accountability.
What We Offer:- Paid vacation days.
- Paid sick days.
- Employer comprehensive health benefits package.
- RRSP program
- Job related professional development fund for designations and accreditations.
- Employee Referral Program.
- Employee Award Program.
- Plenty of on-site parking & a 5-minute walk to GO Train station.
- Office located in a serene location full of greenery in Aurora, ON
- Employee events & initiatives.
