Financial Controller

VDK Group Inc. is currently seeking to hire an experienced full-time Financial Controller / CFO to effectively manage and control the financial aspect of the business.

VDK Group Inc. is a fast-growing, high-energy, family-owned and operated company committed to supplying our customers with exceptional products and the best installations, technical, and support services in the windows, doors, and overhead doors industry. We are a Norwich based company with an excellent reputation and we are industry leaders in our area. VDK Group manufacturers many high quality products in-house with our fantastic production team and works on a variety of projects, ranging from custom-homes to mid-rise commercial projects.

As part of the team environment, you will have the opportunity to work on challenging projects, be part of a great company culture, and make an impact.

**Key Responsibilities**:

- Overseeing all aspects of the Financial, Controls, and Accounting functions.
- Manage accounting departments: AR/AP and payroll staff.
- Complete monthly journal entries and account reconciliations.
- Track and report financial health of the business, develop key metrics.
- Managing processes for cashflows, financial forecasting, cost accounting, budgets, and consolidation and reporting.
- Develop and maintain financial policies and procedures to improve accuracy and efficiency of financial reporting.
- Provide financial analysis and reporting to senior management to support decision-making.
- Seek, secure, and optimize grant/loan financing opportunities from banks, lenders, government agencies, and programs.
- Ensure that statutory financial obligations including audit, tax and other Government filings are completed on a timely and efficient manner.
- Review business processes, provide recommendations for improvement and implement improvement initiatives. Help implement cost-effective procedures and production improvements based on recommendations.
- Work closely with other departments and stakeholders in the organization to achieve common goals.

**Skills and Experience**:

- Experience in the Manufacturing and Construction industry preferred.
- Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field.
- Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) designation preferred.
- 8+ years of experience in financial management, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.
- A “hands-on” professional who leads by example and motivates individuals at all levels to strive for success and excellence.
- Demonstrate strong organizational skills, initiative, and the ability to be a self-starter.
- Strategic, creative, and analytically minded.
- Excellent problem-solving skills.
- Strong leadership and management skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Excellent computer and technical skills, high proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial management software.
- Positive attitude and ability to be flexible to changing priorities.

Compensation will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience.

Employee Benefits provided.

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Norwich, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location: One location