POSITION SUMMARY
Reporting to the Director, Finance, the Manager, Finance is accountable for the accurate and timely preparation of all the Port’s financial statements, monthly reconciliations of all Balance Sheet accounts, and oversight of the organization’s capital assets.
The Finance Manager leads our finance team and oversee financial operations of accounts payable, accounts receivable, financial reporting of operations and capital project reporting. This highly competent and experienced Finance Manager will play a critical role in ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and timely completion of all financial transactions, reports, and statements.
MAJOR POSITION ACCOUNTABILITIES
- Oversee all financial operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger, and treasury function.
- Prepare and analyze the financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, and cashflow statements and all financial statement notes.
- Ensure the accuracy and completeness of financial reports, including monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements.
- Ensure the accuracy and completeness of the external reports to Transport Canada, Capital Asset reports, Capital Project reports and other ad hoc reporting.
- Collaborate with other departments to ensure financial information is accurate and up-to-date; create strategies to increase teamwork within own organization and across business lines.
- Manage the annual audit process and ensure compliance with all relevant regulations and accounting standards.
- Implement and maintain financial policies and procedures to ensure compliance with internal controls and other relevant accounting standards.
- In collaboration with the Manager, Budgets, develops proposals on best practices in accounting policies and procedures for the Director, Finance and Executive to approve.
- Prepares memorandums for the organization’s accounting treatment under IFRS for key transactions entered by PRPA.
- Lead continuous reporting process enhancements, including implementing additional technology solutions to further improve efficiencies.
- Lead and manage the finance team, including hiring, training and development of staff.
- Provide financial analysis and advice to senior management to support strategic decision making.
- Maintain relationships with external auditors and other financial professionals.
- Maintains and reconciles the General Ledger and bank account of Prince Rupert Terminals Inc. and provides oversight, guidance and reviews all transactions and reconciliations for the Harbour Debris Society.
- Maintains accounting process documentation and accounting forms for use of the organization.
- Completes assignments on behalf of the Director, Finance, and others, as required.
JOB SPECIFICATIONS
Formal Education
- Professional accounting designation preferred (CA, CGA, CMA and/or CPA) plus 2 years of progressively more responsible roles in a financial environment; or
- Diploma in a related discipline (e.g. Business, Finance or Accounting) plus 5 years of progressively more responsible roles in a financial environment.
Related Experience
- 5 years of progressive experience in financial management, with at least 2 years in a supervisory role.
Other Requirements
- Self-motivated with strong time management and organizational skills
- Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills
- Ability to consistently exercise a high level of professional judgement and independence.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
- Embraces and thrives on change and continuous improvement efforts.
- Full and complete knowledge of the Microsoft BC365 General Ledger, Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, & Capital Asset Modules.
- Sound knowledge of both computers and MS Office, especially Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
- Strong written and verbal presentation skills.
- Able to obtain security clearance under Transport Canada’s Security Clearance Program.
- Provide proof of full vaccination against COVID-19 with a vaccine approved by Health Canada.
Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging are at the heart of PRPA’s culture and play a vital role in our growth strategy. We are committed to ensuring that everyone feels a sense of belonging and can contribute to their maximum potential. Our differences are the reason great things happen here. If you are an applicant in need of accommodations or special assistance throughout the interview process, please submit a request by email to careers@rupertport.com.
