ABOUT RFNOW INC.

RFNOW Inc. is a forward-thinking telecommunications and infrastructure company dedicated to connecting communities across Western Canada with high-performance fiber-optic networks. As part of a transformative, government-funded broadband expansion initiative, we are looking for a finance professional to ensure the financial integrity, compliance, and performance of this large-scale construction project.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Manager, Project Construction Finance is responsible for overseeing financial planning, cost management, and compliance activities for RFNOW’s major multi-year fiber network build. Reporting to the Director of Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) and working closely with the Director of Regulatory and Compliance, this role ensures capital projects stay on budget, comply with government funding requirements, and meet reporting expectations.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• CPA designation with a minimum of 3 years of experience in project finance, construction finance, or capital budgeting
• Experience in telecom, utilities, or infrastructure industries
• Strong understanding of capital project accounting and government-funded infrastructure compliance
• Proficient in Excel, ERP systems, and financial reporting tools such as Power BI
• Excellent analytical skills, attention to detail, and ability to meet tight deadlines

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience working on federally funded projects or with public funding programs
• Familiarity with construction cost codes, asset tracking, and capital reporting
• Experience using NetSuite is considered an asset
• Knowledge of financial compliance in public-sector or telecom infrastructure environments

Project Cost Management & Budgeting

• Monitor and manage construction project budgets and cost forecasts
• Track actual expenditures against approved budgets and identify variances
• Provide actionable insights and regular updates to internal stakeholders
• Collaborate with construction and procurement teams to ensure accurate capital cost coding
• Prepare cost performance reports and budget summaries for executive leadership

Financial Planning & Reporting

• Assist in the development of long-term capital plans, forecasts, and scenario models
• Prepare monthly and quarterly finance reports, including variance analysis and risk assessments
• Build datasets and financial reporting packages for government program requirements
• Contribute to board and executive-level financial presentations

Government & Contract Compliance

• Partner with the Regulatory and Compliance team to meet reporting obligations under federal funding programs (e.g., Universal Broadband Fund, ISED)
• Track compliance with grant disbursement timelines and prepare for audits
• Support internal audit processes, external reviews, and lender due diligence activities

Capital Tracking & Cash Flow Management

• Maintain accurate capital tracking records for all fiber-related construction activity
• Monitor cash flow needs related to project buildout and assist with funding drawdown tracking
• Ensure alignment of construction capital expenditures with accounting standards and internal controls