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Title: Finance Controller, Canada – AVEVA Software Canada Inc.
Reporting to: VP Finance Americas
Location: Calgary, Canada (Hybrid)
Summary
As a Financial Controller based in Canada, you will play a pivotal role in overseeing the financial operations and ensuring regulatory compliance within the organization. Reporting to the VP Finance Americas, you will be responsible for managing financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and compliance functions within the company
Responsibilities:
Financial Reporting:
-Prepare accurate and timely financial statements in compliance with relevant accounting standards and regulations.
-Oversee the month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
-Analyze financial data to identify trends, variances, and opportunities for improvement.
-Present financial reports to management, providing insights and recommendations for decision-making.
Cash Flow Management:
-Manage cash flow by monitoring receivables, payables, and liquidity positions.
-Implement strategies to optimize cash flow and working capital management.
-Ensure compliance with banking covenants and financial agreements.
Compliance and Regulatory Reporting:
-Stay abreast of regulatory changes and ensure compliance with local, provincial, and federal regulations.
-Coordinate with external auditors for annual audits and regulatory filings.
-Maintain internal controls to safeguard company assets and ensure financial integrity.
Financial Analysis and Strategy:
-Conduct financial analysis to support strategic decision-making and business planning.
-Evaluate investment opportunities, capital expenditures, and potential acquisitions.
-Provide financial insights to support business growth initiatives and cost optimization strategies.
Team Leadership and Development:
-Lead and mentor the finance team, providing guidance and support for professional development.
-Foster a collaborative and high-performance culture within the finance department.
-Encourage continuous improvement and innovation in financial processes and systems
Basic Requirements:
-Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA designation preferred)
-Minimum of 5 years of experience in financial management, with at least 2 years in a supervisory or managerial role.
-Strong knowledge of Canadian accounting principles (ASPE/IFRS) and tax regulations.
Preferred Requirements:
-Experience working in Quebec, with a thorough understanding of provincial regulations and compliance requirements
-Proficiency in financial analysis, budgeting, and forecasting techniques.
-Excellent communication skills, with the ability to present complex financial information in a clear and concise manner.
-Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial management software (e.g., ERP systems).
-Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a focus on attention to detail and accuracy.
-Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities effectively.
AVEVA requires all successful applicants to undergo and pass a comprehensive background check before they start employment. Background checks will be conducted in accordance with local laws and may, subject to those laws, include proof of educational attainment, employment history verification, proof of work authorization, criminal records, identity verification, credit check. Certain positions dealing with sensitive and/or third party personal data may involve additional background check criteria.
AVEVA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to being an exemplary employer with an inclusive culture, developing a workplace environment where all our employees are treated with dignity and respect. We value diversity and the expertise that people from different backgrounds bring to our business.
Come and join AVEVA to create the transformative technology that enables our customers to engineer a better world.
What We Do
AVEVA is a global leader in industrial software, sparking ingenuity to drive responsible use of the world’s resources. The company’s secure industrial cloud platform and applications enable businesses to harness the power of their information and improve collaboration with customers, suppliers and partners.
Over 20,000 enterprises in over 100 countries rely on AVEVA to help them deliver life’s essentials: safe and reliable energy, food, medicines, infrastructure and more. By connecting people with trusted information and AI-enriched insights, AVEVA enables teams to engineer efficiently and optimize operations, driving growth and sustainability.
Named as one of the world’s most innovative companies, AVEVA supports customers with open solutions and the expertise of more than 6,400 employees, 5,000 partners and 5,700 certified developers. With operations around the globe, AVEVA is headquartered in Cambridge, UK.
Learn more at www.aveva.com
