Senior Manager Finance Accounting - Jobs in Greater Vancouver

Job Description

About DDS WirelessDDS Wireless International is celebrating 35 years as a leader providing transportation industry solutions. We are an innovative developer of software as a service (SaaS) products and services and wireless hardware devices for the Transit and Taxi market segments. We have a global presence with offices in Richmond, BC, Canada; Redmond, Washington; Oxfordamp; Cambridge, United Kingdom; Stockholm, Sweden; and Tampere, Finland.As the leader of the Finance team, the Senior Manager Accountingamp; Finance is responsible for overseeing all DDS Wireless International finance functions. This individual will be responsible for external/internal reporting, financial planningamp; analysis, taxation, and controllership functions (accounts receivable, accounts payable, and treasury). In addition, they will act as a true partner to the business in leading a culture of data-driven decision making, centered around analysis with a focus on return on investment as we implement our growth strategy. Key Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of accounting and finance across the organization.
• Lead the month accounting cycle (including AR.AP, Bank Reconciliations, month-end closing procedures) and reporting to the CEO.
• Plan direct and coordinate all accounting operational functions and prepare internal financial statements and monthly/quarterly/annual financial reporting.
• Responsible for FP amp;A; prepare the budget and forecast; monitor and analyze monthly operation results against forecast.
• Oversee implementation of internal controls, identify areas for improvement and implement all necessary financial policies and controls.
• Manage filing of corporate and sales taxes for all business entities; ensure on-time month end closing and tax reporting.
• Coordinate preparation of external audit materials and external financial reporting global business entities.
• Provide financial and operational metrics and analytics to CEO and the leadership team.
• Lead and manage operational and financial risks and take proactive approach to mitigate them.
• Increase the company ability to anticipate business issues and drive good decision making through sound financial management and controls.
• Experience in government funding; lead and satisfy all SRED/IRAP filing requirements.
• Provide mentorship and technical guidance to the accounting team.
• Responsible for real estate, including leasing.
• Drive process improvement initiatives, identify opportunities to improve operational and financial efficiencies.
• Lead and manage all cost saving initiatives across the organization.
• Responsible for treasury and cash management.
• Represent the organization externally with insurance providers and accountants.

Qualificationsamp; Requirements

• University degree in Business, Accounting, Finance, or related field
• Recognized professional accounting designation (CA, CPA, CGA)
• Master’s degree or MBA is an asset
• A minimum of 10 years of experience of progressively responsible finance/accounting roles, ideally in a SaaS, B2B or B2C environment, with a minimum of 5 years in a Sr. Management or leadership role
• Exceptionally strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to effectively work with all levels of the organizations including the CEO and Executive Director.
• Highly experience in business modelling
• Solid experience leading, managing and expanding accounting and finance departments in a fast- paced environment.
• Fully familiar with complex budgets, forecasting, internal transactions, and executive presentations.
• Strategic thinker that can think outside the box, focused on efficiency and improving existing processes.
• Ability to handle a large volume of work with tight deadlines and ad-hoc requests as required.
• Extremely detail-oriented with ability to meet deadlines while ensuring accuracy.
• Strong knowledge and understanding of financial reporting requirements.
• High level of integrity and dependability with a strong sense of urgency and results orientation.

Hybrid and Flexible Work ArrangementWe offer hybrid and flexible work arrangements to provide and opportunity for our employees to explore the benefits of working both from home and the Company #39;s physical office.We offer a very attractive and competitive compensation package which includes a comprehensive benefits package, combined with variety, challenge and scope to develop your career in this fast-moving international organization.*Depending on qualifications, the successful candidate may be offered a position at a more appropriate level*Applicants must have legal authorization to work in country in which the position is based with no restrictions*All positions require background screeningDDS Wireless International values diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging we invite applications from all qualified individuals regardless of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, or disability status. DDS Wireless International provides an accessible candidate experience. If you need any accommodations throughout the interview process, please let us know.We thank all who apply; however, we will only be in contact with those considered for an interview and please no agencies.