Finance Lead

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What You’ll be Doing!

As the Finance Lead, you will provide leadership to the finance team as well as lead all financial, accounting and controlling initiatives (including overseeing daily account operations, preparation and analysis of financial statements, compliance, and more)!

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Supervise and lead the finance team, focusing on performance and development
• Oversee daily operations including accounts payable, receivable, and preparation and analysis of financial statements
• Coordinate external audit reviews and implementation of recommendations
• Conduct in-depth financial analysis on variance, trends, and commentary
• Develop and maintain accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls
• Administer compliance and reporting for US and Canadian governments
• Guide, mentor, coach, and empower your team, fostering their professional development and growth through goals and expectations
• Manage ERP system upgrades, optimization and management
• Provide strategic insights, recommendations and implementations on operational and financial matters

Who you are:

• 5+ years of financial accounting and reporting experience
• 3+ years of experience leading a finance team in either a team lead or supervisor role
• CPA, CMA, CA or CGA designation
• Experienced with multi-currency financial reporting is an asset
• Demonstrated ability of leading, coaching and mentoring team members
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to communicate to various levels of stakeholders
• Strong collaboration skills with cross functional teams
• Strategic, adaptable, and resourceful, with strong business acumen and the ability to make sound decisions in ambiguous situations
• Experienced in ERP system implementation or optimization

Please apply even if you don’t qualify for all responsibilities or skills.

Why Choose ZTR?

We are looking for flexible, compassionate and enthusiastic individuals who thrive in a fast-paced working environment, and who are looking for long-term, meaningful employment in a career that makes a real difference.

At ZTR, we continuously promote a healthy balance between work, fun and family. This is a place where employees make a difference in our company and within our customers’ organizations. You will have the ability to direct your career path at ZTR as we are rapidly growing with numerous opportunities for professional growth and development.

ZTR is all about our people. That is why we value Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) within our organization. DEI is essential to our goal of creating a great place to work. We are committed to building a representative workforce and committed to equal opportunities regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status.

ZTR Control Systems provides accommodations for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require accommodation, please contact Human Resources. We will address information received regarding the accommodation needs of applicants in confidence.