Chief Financial Officer

**Company Overview**

We are a mid-sized distribution company in the Industrial automation industry, with a strong track record of growth and success. With 270 employees, we are committed to delivering high-quality products and services to our clients. As we continue to expand, we are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Chief Financial Officer to join our dynamic team.

**General Description**

**Job Duties/Responsibilities**
- ** Financial Planning and Analysis**:

- Develop and implement financial strategies, policies, and procedures to ensure effective financial planning and analysis.
- Prepare and present accurate financial reports, including budgets, forecasts, and financial statements, to the executive team and board of directors.
- Conduct financial analysis, identify trends, and provide recommendations to optimize financial performance and mitigate risks.
- **Budgeting Setup and Processing**:

- Lead the budgeting process, working closely with department heads to establish annual budgets and monitor performance against targets.
- Develop and maintain financial models and tools to support budgeting and forecasting activities.
- Monitor and analyze actual financial results against budgeted expectations, identifying variances and proposing corrective actions.
- **Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A)**:

- Evaluate potential M&A opportunities and conduct due diligence to assess their financial viability and alignment with the company's strategic objectives.
- Develop financial models and projections to support M&A decision-making processes.
- Oversee the integration of acquired companies, ensuring seamless financial operations and alignment with the overall business strategy.
- **Compensation Programs**:

- Design and implement effective compensation and incentive programs to attract, motivate, and retain top talent.
- Collaborate with HR and department heads to develop competitive and equitable compensation structures.
- Regularly review and assess the effectiveness of existing compensation programs, making recommendations for improvements as needed.

**Requirements/Skills**
- ** Specific Experience**
- Proven experience as a CFO or in a senior financial leadership role within a similar-sized company.
- Strong background in budgeting, financial planning, and analysis.
- Experience in mergers and acquisitions, including due diligence and integration processes.
- Familiarity with designing and managing compensation programs.
- Manufacturing experience an asset
- Internal audit areas to ensure processes are effective in catching and preventing errors and fraud, as well as to ensure optimal efficiencies and cost savings
- **Financial Expertise**:

- In-depth knowledge of financial principles, practices, and regulations.
- Demonstrated ability to develop and implement financial strategies that drive business growth and profitability.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a keen eye for detail.
- Proficiency in financial modeling and analysis.
- Knowledge of accounting for US-based companies
- **Leadership and Communication**:

- Excellent leadership and management skills, with the ability to motivate and inspire a team.
- Strong communication and presentation abilities, with the capacity to effectively convey complex financial information to non-financial stakeholders.
- Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams and build strong relationships.
- **Strategic Thinking**:

- Proven ability to think strategically and provide financial insights and recommendations to support business decision-making processes.
- Strong business acumen and the ability to understand the industry dynamics and competitive landscape.

**Educational Requirements**
- Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, or a related field (MBA or CPA preferred).
- Bilingual in English and French will be an asset
- Strong knowledge of Canadian Accounting Standards for Private Enterprises (ASPE) and US GAAP
- Experience with Epicor P21 or other similar ERP systems
- Experience with automated receivable and payable platforms
- Experience and knowledge of Canadian sales taxes and corporate taxes
- Experience and knowledge of US sales taxes an asset