Vice President Finance

Local Development Group Ltd. provides real estate development services to Clients throughout the Maritimes. We are leading development of community assets.

We work in the spaces of appropriate and affordable housing, commercial properties and biomedical facilities throughout the Maritimes. We are growing quickly and need to add deeper internal expertise.

We are looking for an experienced and dedicated Vice President (VP) of Finance to join our team.

The successful candidate will be responsible for developing and directing the company's analytical, financial plans and policies. The VP will also report on metrics to optimize growth and development.

The VP will have many responsibilities including:

• Serve as the financial advisor to the Chief Executive Officer (CEO).
• Provide strategic financial planning
• Lead and manage the budgeting process
• Oversee all sides of the organizations accounting operations.
• Identify and manage key responsibilities including risk management, investment strategies, along with tracking the overall financial health of the organization.

Specific Accountabilities

• Report directly to the CEO.
• Participation with the Senior Management Team,
• Leadership in financial culture development,
• Relationship building with external partners and lenders,
• Financial projections and borrowing arrangement for Client initiatives,
• Internal financial reporting for the organization.

Other duties and requirements

• Manage compliance with local and federal regulatory matters
• Proven knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principals (GAAP) and special procedures required by CMHC for co-operatives and not-for-profits
• A skilled leader with established change management skills.
• Communicates consistently with CEO and members of Accounting team.
• Spearheads special projects
• Partner with senior leadership to ensure targets are met

As the Vice President of Finance, you will play a critical role in shaping the financial strategy of our company. You will be responsible for overseeing all financial operations, developing financial plans, and ensuring compliance with regulations. Your leadership skills will be essential in guiding the finance team and collaborating with other departments. Additionally, your business development skills will be instrumental in identifying new growth opportunities. If you are a strategic thinker with a strong background in finance, we would love to hear from you.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Physical effort - Minimal physical effort.

Physical environment- 95% office environment, 5% off site

Sensory attention - Frequent use of computer. Ability to communicate effectively via email, phone, Microsoft Teams and other virtual meeting platforms, and in-person.

Transportation – Minimal; occasionally within NB and PEI locations

Work Tools – office space and computer.

We offer a competitive compensation package including benefits and pension once certain conditions are met.

Interested applicants will respond with a copy of their coverletter and resume.