Chief Financial Officer - Jobs in Lakeside

Job Description

CSN Collision Centres safely repairs more than 200,000 vehicles a year helping Canadians get back on the road with the trust and comfort of knowing their vehicle has been returned to like new condition. Since 2002, CSN has grown to become the leader in collision repair with 230 collision repair Centres across Canada. CSN Keizer’s is a leading autobody shop specializing in high-quality bodywork and automotive services. We are dedicated to delivering exceptional customer service and industry-leading standards in vehicle repair and customization. CSN Keizer’s is the premier auto body shop in Sackville, Nova Scotia. Since our inception, we have been committed to providing residents with high-quality vehicle repairs, and we don’t plan on stopping anytime soon.Position Overview: As the Chief Financial Officer (CFO)- Controller, you will play a crucial role in overseeing the financial operations. You will be responsible for managing financial strategies, budgeting, forecasting, and ensuring the overall financial health and sustainability of the business.Key Responsibilities:

• Financial Strategy: Develop and execute financial strategies aligned with business objectives and growth plans.
• Budgeting and Forecasting: Prepare budgets, forecasts, and financial plans, analyzing variances and making recommendations for improvement.
• Financial Reporting: Oversee the preparation of accurate and timely financial statements, reports, and analyses.
• Cash Flow Management: Monitor cash flow, manage working capital, and optimize financial resources for liquidity and operational efficiency.
• Cost Control: Implement cost control measures and evaluate cost-saving opportunities without compromising quality.
• Risk Management: Identify financial risks and develop strategies to mitigate them, ensuring regulatory compliance.
• Financial Compliance: Ensure adherence to accounting standards, tax regulations, and legal requirements.
• Team Leadership: Lead and mentor the finance/accounting team, fostering a culture of high performance and continuous improvement.
• Strategic Decision Support: Provide financial insights and analysis to support strategic decision-making and operational improvements.

RequirementsPlease note that this is initially a part-time, hybrid role.

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or related field (master’s degree preferred).

• Must be CPA certified
• 8+ years of experience in financial management, preferably in the automotive industry or related field.
• Experience in commercial and residential property management industry is highly desirable.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles, financial analysis, and reporting.
• Proficiency in financial software and systems (e.g., QuickBooks Online and Desktop, SAP, Body Shop Connect or Oracle).
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Proven ability to drive financial performance and optimize operational efficiencies.

Personal Attributes:

• Organizational skills/Time Management: Strong planning and organizational skills, with an ability to meet multiple deadlines simultaneously.
• Communication style: Tactful, clear, and empathetic communicator with excellent verbal and written communication skills in English, with the ability to communicate and interact effectively with co-workers.
• Collaborator: Able to manage relationships in a collaborative manner, with a wide range of stakeholder groups and personality types, applying diplomacy to reach win-win resolutions
• Conflict Management: Frames discussions positively, takes action to resolve conflict, while minimizing tension
• Problem solving: Has a critical thinking approach to problem solve and is a forward thinker.
• Flexible Thinking: Considers problems from all new perspectives and can expand on the thinking or solutions proposed by others. Adapts to new ideas and initiatives relevant to own area of work.
• Independent: Works well in a fast-paced environment, self-motivated, and works independently without close supervision
• Customer centric: Follows-up with customers during and after the delivery of services to ensure that their needs have been met. Keeps clients up to date on the progress of the services they are receiving and changes that affect them. Ensures service is provided to customers during critical periods. Prioritizes customers’ issues and address them accordingly.
• Negotiation skills: Identifies main negotiating points of a given issue and engages in negotiation. Listens to differing points of view and promotes mutual understanding.
• Detail-oriented and accurate in all work and communication.

Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Health insurance, retirement plans, and other benefits.
• Opportunity to work in a dynamic industry.
• A collaborative and supportive work environment fostering professional growth and development.

Career Path: As CSN Keizer #39;s continues to grow, other career opportunities may become available. Disclaimer: This job description may not be inclusive of all assigned duties, responsibilities, or aspects of the job described, and will evolve as CSN (add shop name) continues to growCSN is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of age, race, color, religion or creed, national origin or ancestry, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, physical or mental disability, veteran status, genetic information, ethnicity, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law. We strive to cultivate an inclusive, accessible environment, where all employees and customers feel valued, respected, and supported. We are dedicated to growing our corporate team in a way that reflects the diversity of our customers and communities in which we live and serve. If you require accommodation for the recruitment/interview process (including alternate formats of materials, or accessible meeting rooms or other accommodation), please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs.