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Career Opportunities: Director, Finance (25887)Requisition ID 25887 - Posted - Flexiforce Canada Inc. - FlexiForce North America - CAN: British Columbia (Abbotsford - 30840 Peardonville Rd) - Finance - Posting Country (1) - Yes - Director - Travel Required: 0%-10% Job Description Print PreviewTitle: Director of Finance SDC North AmericaReports to: General Manager SDC North AmericaCompany InformationWe #39;re FlexiForce- the world #39;s largest manufacturer of overhead door hardware and components. We believe that safety is everyone #39;s responsibility and can only be achieved through the active participation of everyone within the organization. We make quality products; we deliver them on time, and we partner with our customers and our suppliers to support mutual success. To do that, we rely on having the best and most capable people on our team. Our Director of Finance plays a pivotal role in our success.Company Values, #Together weEmpowerment : We have trust in our peopleInnovation : We have the courage to changeIntegrity : We stand up for what #39;s rightSafety : Together we are safeTeamwork : Together we achieve morePosition Overview / SummaryAs a Member of the local leadership team, The Director of Finance is responsible for leading all aspects of the finance and accounting function for FlexiForce North America. The role ensures adherence to the policies and practices defined in the ASSA ABLOY Reporting Manual, GAAP and provides reliable, in depth financial planning and analysis support to the management team.Key ResponsibilitiesThe Director of Finance will be accountable for:- Coordinate, manage and monitor the workings of the Finance department- Establish and implement departmental policies, goals, objectives, and procedures in alignment with corporate values and guidelines- Manage financial and cash strategies- Lead the capital request and budgeting processes for the business units- Lead the issuance of financial information in the correct format and on time- Review monthly financial information prepared by Controller, prepare variance analysis to budget (prior year and forecasts) and preparation of monthly reports for the Leadership team.- Manage, lead and motivate key accounting personnel who support this position- Review and approve all statutory filings for timely submission- Monitor all open legal and compliance issues involving the business units- Review financial internal controls and implementing those required for the company- Ensure business unit #39;s compliance with all legal and regulatory requirements- Ensure that record keeping meets the requirements of auditors and government agencies- Monitor cash balances and cash forecasts- Actively participate as a member of the Leadership team- Be a culture champion and lead by example to encourage a culture of collaboration, team work and accountabilityQualifications- Post Secondary Degree in accounting or business administration, or equivalent business experience- Minimum 5+ years #39; experience in a similar role within a manufacturing environment- Active CPA license/designation is preferred- Experience as a Leader at the Director level is preferred- Proven experience leading and mentoring an administrative finance team- Experience with corporate banking, financial reporting, covenants and cash flow monitoring and reporting- Experience with creating financial statements- Experience with general ledger functions and the month-end/year-end close process- Experience with cost accounting in a manufacturing environment- Exceptional verbal and written communication skills with the ability to interact with all levels of the organization- Excellent proficiency with Excel and ERP software tools- Ability to identify and manage risk and bring issues to the Leadership table with solutions on how to mitigate cost and riskPersonal Characteristicsamp; Skills- Expert in creating and/or supporting the development of business cases seeking progressive investment- An organized and detail oriented approach to managing projects, priorities and deadlines.- An open, approachable management style and an astute ability to listen to input, evaluate other points of view and to achieve collaborative success in planning and decision making.- An ability to inspire people and lead them to higher performance.- Demonstrated willingness to learn and improve.- Recognition of the importance of good customer service and a dynamic internal culture.- Keen problem solving skills.- Your integrity is admired by those around you- You radiate positive energy and have an outgoing personality- A desire to identify, coach and mentor emerging talent.Key Performance Indicators (KPI)- FFNA EBIT targets- FFNA EBIT %- FFNA Cash Flow- FFNA OG Sales GrowthPhysical Demands- Sit or stand for extended hours- Manual dexterity required to use desktop computer and peripheralsRole RequirementsLocation: Abbotsford, BCHours of Work: Monday to Friday, 40 hours per weekThis role will be based in Abbotsford and an in-office presence will be required.TravelOccasional travel including to international destinations will be required.We are the ASSA ABLOY GroupOur people have made us the global leader in access solutions. In return, we open doors for them wherever they go. With nearly 52,000 colleagues in more than 70 different countries, we help billions of people experience a more open world. Our innovations make all sorts of spaces - physical and virtual - safer, more secure, and easier to access.As an employer, we value results - not titles, or backgrounds. We empower our people to build their career around their aspirations and our ambitions - supporting them with regular feedback, training, and development opportunities. Our colleagues think broadly about where they can make the most impact, and we encourage them to grow their role locally, regionally, or even internationally.As we welcome new people on board, it #39;s important to us to have diverse, inclusive teams, and we value different perspectives and experiences.