Academy Finance Director

1 month ago

Kitchener, Ontario, Canada SkillsWave LLC. Full time

At SkillsWave LLC., we're on a mission to drive people and businesses forward by building tomorrow's most valued skills, today. Our organization is committed to providing quality learning opportunities that align with organizational needs, helping organizations transform their workforce into a competitive advantage.

The Head of Finance will play a pivotal role in supporting executive leadership by managing the financial operations of our organization. This includes overseeing all aspects of accounting, payroll, invoicing, and financial reporting, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and efficiency across the board.

This role is hybrid, requiring the individual to travel on-site 2-3 days per week to an office located within the Kitchener-Waterloo region. The current office location for SkillsWave is a co-working space at Catalyst Commons, but this location may change based on company growth.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Accounting Oversight: Execute day-to-day accounting activities, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger maintenance, and reconciliation.
  • Payroll Administration: Execute payroll processing, including salary calculations, tax withholdings, benefits administration, and compliance with relevant regulations.
  • Invoicing and Billing: Ensure timely and accurate invoicing and billing processes.
  • Compliance and Audit: Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, accounting standards, and internal controls, and coordinate external audits as needed.
  • Team Leadership: Mentor and develop others that may need assistance understanding finance-related matters affecting their role within the business.
  • Financial Acumen: Strong understanding of accounting principles, financial analysis, and reporting standards.
  • Analytical Skills: Ability to analyze complex financial data, identify trends, and provide actionable insights to drive decision-making.

Work Experience Recommendations:

  • 10+ years of progressive experience in finance or accounting roles, preferably in the technology sector.
  • Proficiency in financial management software (e.g., QuickBooks) and advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
  • Experience with payroll processing systems and familiarity with HR processes and regulations.

Education Recommendations:

  • Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field.

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