Chief Financial Officer

**ABOUT PBX TRUCK SERVICE**

PBX Truck Service (PBX) has been serving the industry since 1988 to provide quality, timely and affordable truck services for truck fleets and owner-operators to sustain their truck operations and quality standards. With over 38,000 square feet, 20 truck bays, 5 trailer bays, and 1 wash bay, PBX has well-trained and efficient mechanics and a staff of specialized trailer and truck technicians. They offer truck repairs, trailer servicing, Peterbilt truck sales, rentals, parts, and service needs, used truck sales, aluminum truck and bus wheel rim polishing, and specialty welding and fabrication.

PBX proudly serves Blumenort, Steinbach, and Southeastern Manitoba, and is located in Blumenort, 15 minutes from Steinbach.

**ABOUT THE CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER**

Reporting to the President, the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) is responsible for managing the overall financial position of the company providing leadership and strategic direction for the company’s short
- and long-term objectives. This role is responsible for proactively managing reporting and forecasting and the overall direction of the accounting and financial analysis of the operations. As part of the leadership team, the CFO will guide the company in achieving business objectives and interpret and recommend improvements to influence operational decision-making so that management can make a more proactive assessment of potential financial risks. The CFO develops the financial well-being of the company by providing financial projections and accounting services, preparing growth plans and directing staff.

**KEY LEADERSHIP ACCOUNTABILITIES**
- **Strategic Financial Planning**_
- Participate in the development of the company's plans and programs as a strategic partner
- Create and establish yearly financial objectives that align with the company’s strategic plans
- Provide strategic financial input and leadership on decision-making issues to advance the company’s mission and objectives, and to promote revenue, profitability and growth of the organization
- Assess and evaluate the financial performance of the company regarding long-term operational goals, budgets and forecasts
- Oversee annual budgets and long-term financial projections and forecasts
- Monitor financial performance against budgets and explore, analyze and report variances for discussion and decision-making
- Develop financial models that can reflect different scenarios and can be used in long-term planning
- Develop, review and approve periodic and ad hoc financial statements and reports for the President and the senior management team
- Provide advice and guidance to the senior management team about areas of concern and opportunities for improvement
- Oversee the year-end audit process including the review and/or preparation of working papers, schedules, analysis and other required documentation
- Identify within a risk management framework, all risks to the organization, and develop and implement plans to mitigate these risks
- **Operational Performance Measurement**_
- Provide management oversight of the day-to-day operational accounting and finances of the company
- Maintain effective and efficient accounting systems, processes, and practices based on recognized accounting principles, policies, procedures
- Work with the senior management team to develop key and operational performance indicators, measures and targets indicative of what drives success for the company
- Provide the President and senior management team with historical, current and future projected information and analysis about organizational performance
- Develop and approve organization-wide policies and procedures and ensure data and information are brought forward to inform the development of financial, procurement, security, and risk management policies
- Coordinate the development and renewal of policies and procedures required for good governance and management of the company
- Develop and maintain relationships with consultants, auditors, and financial institutions

**EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS**

A post-secondary degree in finance or business with Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) designation, complemented by 5 to 10 years working in a senior role leading the finance function. An equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.
- Experience working in the transportation or trucking industry is preferred
- Entrepreneurial and strategic business sense, progressive and forward thinker who excels in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to plan, organize and lead the implementation of plans and processes
- Must also demonstrate the following skills through past relevant leadership and management experience: strategic financial stewardship of company resources; exceptional financial planning, analysis, and reporting; organization, time management, and problem-solving; operational performance measurements and improvement
- Strong interpersonal skil