Strategic Financial Leader for Global Growth

7 days ago


Waterloo, Ontario, Canada Stantec Consulting International Ltd. Full time

About Us

At Stantec Consulting International Ltd., we strive to create an exceptional work environment that fosters collaboration, creativity, and growth. As a global leader in the industry, we pride ourselves on our commitment to delivering innovative solutions that make a lasting impact.

Job Description

We are seeking a highly skilled Finance Manager to join our team. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in driving financial excellence across our operations, providing strategic support to our leadership team, and ensuring effective financial management practices are implemented throughout the organization.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Act as a finance business partner to Operations leadership, actively participating in the management team and providing ongoing financial support to project management teams.
  • Oversee all aspects of financial operations for business centers, including reviewing and analyzing financial statements, managing revenue recognition, DSO (Days Sales Outstanding), Work-in-Progress (WIP) and cash cycle.
  • Prepare monthly, quarterly, and year-to-date executive summaries with transparent and concise commentaries and variance analyses to aid leadership in strategic and operational decision-making.
  • Facilitate the development of financial plans, annual budgets, and quarterly forecasts in close collaboration with business partners.
  • Work together with project managers and project approvers to ensure accurate and compliant financial forecasts for material projects to the business.
  • Develop pricing and costing models for large and often complex project bids, including those involving KPI bonuses, joint ventures/arrangements, and other unorthodox contractual terms.
  • Ensure adherence to internal policies, procedures, and protocols.
  • Maintain effective key controls for financial reporting in line with Stantec's SOX and internal control requirements.
  • Collaborate with financial and operational leadership to coordinate monthly project reviews and analyze financial performance to address challenges and implement solutions.
  • Work with other Finance Managers and Directors to plan and implement continuous business process improvements and best practices.
  • Maintain a comprehensive understanding of key contractual agreements with clients.
  • Collaborate with internal and external auditors as needed.
  • Support potential new acquisitions and integration of project financial data as required.

Qualifications:

  • Proven success in fostering strong relationships with Business Leaders, Project Managers, and Project Controllers.
  • Demonstrated ability to translate financial aspects of projects, business centers, and other avenues to leadership.
  • Proactive in implementing effective financial management practices.
  • Expertise in applying systems and processes to streamline administrative tasks.
  • Skilful in leading teams and collaborating effectively in team environments.
  • Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal.
  • Highly self-motivated with strong prioritization and multitasking abilities.

What We Offer:

  • A unique opportunity to assume a key leadership role in driving transformative change and fostering sustained, profitable growth for the company.
  • A dynamic, fast-paced work environment that encourages innovation and collaboration.
  • A comprehensive benefits package that supports your physical and mental well-being.
  • Ongoing training and development opportunities to enhance your skills and career progression.


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