Director of Finance

at  Forest Protection Limited

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Director of Finance
Company Name: Forest Protection Limited
Address: Fredericton (Lincoln), New Brunswick
Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent
Forest Protection Limited (FPL) is seeking talent for the position of Director of Finance. Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer, the Director of Finance is responsible to oversee all financial aspects for the business, support financial planning and analysis, and act as a collaborative business partner in finance matters with senior members of the organization.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in in Finance or Business Administration, or equivalent.
• CPA Designation.
• 5+ years post-designation experience, including 2+ years in a management role.
• Proficient computer skills, specifically Microsoft Excel.
• Demonstrated ability to operate with a high degree of business acumen by directing financial planning and strategy for the business.

DESIRABLE SKILLS & ATTRIBUTES

• A detail oriented, analytical, collaborative, pro-active and results oriented style with demonstrated success in leading and working on projects and project teams.
• Proven ability to exercise sound judgment, tact and discretion when dealing with sensitive and confidential information.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills and ability to cultivate and maintain working relationships at all levels of the organization.
• Excellent time management and organization skills
• Demonstrated commitment to the highest professional and ethical standards.
• Must have demonstrated leadership skills.

OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Being legally entitled to work in Canada
• Successful Criminal Record Check
• Ability to communicate clearly in English

ABOUT US

Established in 1952, Forest Protection Limited (FPL) is the largest 702 aerial operator in eastern Canada. Our core mission is to protect and preserve the forests that sustain us. As a leader in full-spectrum forest health management, FPL excels in aerial firefighting and forest management. Learn more about us: www.fpltd.ca

The Director of Finance is responsible for the following key tasks:

• Lead the annual budget process and provide internal budget training and oversight.
• Lead the monthly forecasting process and produce monthly financial reports to aid the Executive Team and Board of Directors in decision making.
• Provide direction, oversight and mentoring to the Accounting team for all activities within the Accounting department, including payroll, accounts receivable/payable, cashflow management, financial reporting, sales tax, and benefits administration.
• Participate in and lead special projects relating to organizational growth or adaptability to changing organizational needs.
• Establish and implement internal controls, and act as escalation point for all internal control concerns relating to the Accounting Department.
• Support external meetings as required and participate in Board of Director meetings when requested.
• Ensure that the annual external audit is completed in a timely manner and that auditors’ recommendations are implemented accordingly within FPL.
• Develop and track KPI’s for department.
• Other ad hoc requests