Directeur(-trice) principal(e) des finances (Amérique du Nord) / Senior Dir at Sygnature Discovery
Lévis, QC G6W 7V6, Canada -
Full Time


Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

11 Dec, 25

Salary

0.0

Posted On

12 Sep, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

No

Skills

Analytical Skills, Financial Systems, Excel, Multi Site, Teams, Netsuite, Communication Skills, International Operations, Financial Planning

Industry

Financial Services

Description

HISTORIQUE

Sygnature Discovery est une organisation de recherche contractuelle intégrée de premier plan dans le domaine de la découverte de médicaments. Basée au Royaume-Uni et au Canada, elle a son siège à Nottingham et dispose d’installations supplémentaires à Alderley Park, Macclesfield, Glasgow, Montréal et Québec. Son équipe de plus de 1 000 personnes, dont 900 scientifiques, travaille en partenariat avec des entreprises pharmaceutiques, biotechnologiques et NFP.
Depuis 2004, Sygnature Discovery a produit plus de 56 nouveaux composés précliniques et 35 composés cliniques, et ses scientifiques ont déposé plus de 225 brevets. Les domaines thérapeutiques d’expertise comprennent l’oncologie, l’inflammation et l’immunologie, les neurosciences, les maladies métaboliques, les maladies infectieuses, etc. Pour en savoir plus, veuillez consulter le site www.sygnaturediscovery.com.

COMPÉTENCES ET QUALIFICATIONS :

  • Comptable professionnel agréé (CPA) avec une solide formation en comptabilité technique et une expérience établie à un poste de direction financière.
  • Expérience établie en planification financière stratégique, en partenariat commercial et en amélioration opérationnelle.
  • Expérience en opérations multisites ou internationales, idéalement dans les secteurs des sciences de la vie, des biotechnologies ou des CRO.
  • Approche pratique avec une compréhension approfondie du cycle comptable complet et des systèmes financiers.
  • Maîtrise avancée d’Excel et de MS Office; une expérience avec NetSuite ou des systèmes ERP similaires est fortement souhaitée.
  • Solides compétences analytiques, souci du détail et capacité à gérer des priorités concurrentes dans des délais serrés.
  • Excellentes compétences interpersonnelles et de communication, avec un esprit orienté client.
  • À l’aise dans un environnement dynamique, avec un volume de travail élevé et des responsabilités diversifiées.
  • Capacité avérée à diriger et à inspirer des équipes, à gérer le changement et à contribuer à une culture de la performance.
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SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Qualified accountant (CPA) with a strong technical accounting background and demonstrable experience in a senior finance leadership role.
  • Demonstrated success in strategic financial planning, business partnering, and driving operational improvements.
  • Experience in multi-site or international operations, ideally within the life sciences, biotech, or CRO sectors.
  • Hands-on approach with deep understanding of the full accounting cycle and financial systems.
  • Advanced proficiency in Excel and MS Office; experience with NetSuite or similar ERP systems is highly desirable.
  • Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage competing priorities under tight deadlines.
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with a customer service-oriented mindset.
  • Comfortable working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with a high volume of work and diverse responsibilities.
  • Demonstrated ability to lead and inspire teams, manage change, and contribute to a high-performance culture.
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Responsibilities

ABOUT THE ROLE:

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join our Finance team in the North American division. This role is based across our Montreal and Lévis offices, with regular travel required between both locations.
Reporting to the General Manager, Canada, we are seeking an experienced, commercially minded, and strategic finance leader to oversee the financial performance and operations of the North American division. As Senior Director of Finance, you will act as a key partner to the General Manager and the North American senior leadership team driving profitable growth, financial analysis, forecasting and managing cash flow, owning the balance sheet, and leading a high-performing finance team.
This Senior Director of Finance role will also collaborate closely with the CFO and global Finance function- bilingual fluency in French and English is essential to align with Group strategies, drive operational excellence, and support long-term business objectives. Strong leadership, commercial acumen, and gravitas are critical for success.

ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Provide financial oversight of the North American division, ensuring accurate and timely monthly reporting to the global Group.
  • Collaborate with the Director of Financial Planning & Development to produce long-term financial planning, scenario modelling, and investment analysis to support growth initiatives.
  • Oversee the preparation of the monthly management accounts and monthly board report for the Canadian entity, including variance analysis against budget and performance.
  • Plan, direct and coordinate all accounting-related operational functions including management of accounts receivable, accounts payable and procurement functions.
  • Ensure robust financial controls and compliance with internal policies, external regulations, and audit requirements, while also identifying opportunities for improvement.
  • Lead the annual external audit process and support tax audits and filings, including overseeing the preparation of the SRED report.
  • Collaborate with the Director of Financial Planning & Development in establishing and monitoring the annual budget for the division.
  • Lead cash flow forecasting, daily cash management, and working capital optimization for the North American Division.
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