Director of Finance

HSS was born from decades of experience supporting a privately held portfolio of multinational businesses in building products manufacturing and affiliated industries. Today, the HSS Fusion process helps drive growth for companies in manufacturing, distribution, transportation, real estate, construction, agriculture and more. As the Director of Finance of Shared Services North America, you will report directly to the CFO and oversee shared services finance, AP, payroll, finance planning & integration, trade & compliance, export sales, etc. This is a permanent full-time opportunity based in our Mississauga, ON location. WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU? Competitive compensation/pay package Dental/Vision/Medical benefits Life Insurance Health Spending Account Employee Support and Mental Wellness Competitive matched retirement savings program – 401k (US) / RRSP (Canada) Be part of a long standing and stable industry leader WHEN YOU JOIN US, YOU WILL BE; Responsible for short and long term planning and the management of the shared services finance team Lead/support integration of any acquisitions into the business. Lead or have significant involvement in system/processes implementations and subsequent system upgrades. Monitor accounting and reporting processes and operations and make recommendations on opportunities for improvement. Implement recommendations that have management approval to proceed. Analyze financial results and prepare reports for management, the executive leadership team and the board. Lead monthly, quarterly and year end close including review of account reconciliations and profit and loss analysis. Ensure compliance with IFRS standards, regulations, internal financial controls and tax reporting. Complete the year-end audit process. Review and approve all reconciliations and audit working papers. Coordinate external auditors, respond to audit requests, approve all adjustments and reconcile the audit numbers. Develop department goals that complement the overarching business goals of the company and coordinate staff day-to-day responsibilities/activities and distribute workload to continually meet and exceed goals and maximize team efficiency. Ensure project/department milestones/goals are met and the department adheres to and/or exceeds approved budgets. OUR IDEAL CANDIDATE: CPA designation is required, candidates that qualified at a major public accounting firm preferred. 10-15 years of experience, with 7 years of managerial experience. Possesses the ability to strategize and solve problems, working directly with senior management. Display a willingness to take on a broad range of duties and projects and comfortable with a flexible, hands on approach. Highly motivated with strong analytical, planning, problem-solving and time management skills. Excellent analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex financial data and communicate findings effectively. Detail-oriented with a commitment to accuracy and integrity in financial reporting. Proactive problem solver with the ability to identify issues and implement solutions in a fast-paced environment. WORK AUTHORIZATION AND TRAVEL: Up to 30% travel may be required. Benefits of Employment: HSS recognizes that its success is due to the strength of its employees. A primary goal of HSS is to promote individual employee's sense of accomplishment and contribution so that employees enjoy their association with HSS. The Company invests in its employees so that they are the most knowledgeable in the industry, and undertakes great efforts to nurture loyalty to, and teamwork at, HSS. We are pleased to offer competitive compensation, health care, a progressive and challenging workplace and a commitment to teamwork and integrity. Diversity and Equal Opportunity Employment: HSS is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to diversity and inclusion and are pleased to consider all qualified applicants for employment without consideration to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status or disability. HSS encourages and welcomes applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

Location: Mississauga, CA

Posted Date: 4/20/2024