Finance Business Partner

Our client connects people with agricultural, forestry, electricity, and carbon producers through their deep expertise in the trading industry. Their integrated network of businesses maximizes transaction value, enabling them to negotiate, buy, sell, and distribute their commodities at the best possible price, in the simplest way possible. They are not just a trading company; they are visionary leaders driving innovation and shaping a future where environmental responsibility and economic growth go hand in hand. As part of their digital and financial transformation, they are seeking an experienced professional to lead the optimization of their month-end processes, internal controls, and financial reporting, while overseeing tax planning and compliance across all our entities.

Responsibilities

• Design and optimize month-end closing processes with the goal of reducing closing timelines
• Develop and implement robust internal control framework across all financial functions
• Lead the comprehensive review of month-end reports and standardize closing procedures
• Drive continuous improvement in financial reporting quality and timing
• Manage tax compliance and develop planning strategies to reduce the effective tax rate
• Lead technical accounting research for complex transactions
• Support M&A activities
• Create quantifiable efficiency gains in all reporting processes
  
  

Required Skills & Experience

• CPA designation required with 3+ years of experience. Experience in an accounting firm is valued)
• Knowledge of month-end close process optimization techniques
• Experience implementing internal controls in complex organizations
• Background in multi-entity financial consolidation and reporting
• Experience with multi-jurisdictional tax planning and compliance
• Bachelor's degree or higher in accounting and/or taxation
• Strategic vision and ability to lead transformation initiatives
• Knowledge of NetSuite considered an asset
  
  

What They Offer

• The opportunity to lead a financial transformation project with a clear path to a strategic permanent role.
• A leadership position with visibility at the executive level
• An entrepreneurial, results-driven corporate culture
• Full group insurance and an RRSP contribution program
• Vacation policy from day one
• Public transit incentive program
• Give & Match program
• Flexible hours and hybrid work options
• A modern office with a gym, lounge, locker rooms, and showers
  
  

This role is ideal for a professional who combines technical accounting experience with strategic tax and financial vision, looking to make a significant and lasting impact in a growing organization.