Vice President Finance

VP FinancePosition Purpose: Reporting to the CEO and serving as an integral member of the executive management team, the Vice President of Finance will be responsible for the development of OPI's financial management strategy and contribute to the development of the organization's strategic goals. In addition to the strategic components, the VP will be charged with developing and implementing more sophisticated policies and procedures in the finance department. This is an outstanding opportunity for a finance executive with manufacturing experience and a proven track record of creative problem-solving and change management to join in a high-growth, mission-driven organization.Key Result Area #1:Financial ManagementTasks and Activities:Manage company full-cycle financial accounting activities for two corporate entities in Canada and the USManage and mentor the finance and administration teamManage grant funding (PIC, IRAP, PrairiesCAN programs) as well as SR&ED filings and returnsCoordinate the annual budget and forecasting processPrepare annual review working papersEnsure ERP and other systems are adequate for proper financial management of all manufacturing operationsKey Result Area #2:Executive leadershipTasks and Activities:Participate at the leadership table, leading on finance and treasury discussions, and financing initiativesManage financial details of significant growth programManage working capital, cash flows and surplus cash investmentDevelop performance measures for organizational accountabilityOversee risk managementBring the finance voice to M&A discussions, and work to prepare company for potential onboard of equity partners. Define, Build, and maintain executive dashboard in PowerBI utilizing appropriate development resources.Key Result Area #3:Cost AccountingTasks and Activities:Manage company cost accounting activitiesUpdate product costs annually or as neededImplement best-practices with respect to standard costing and inventory practices, both procedurally and within the ERP system.Provide analysis, cost trends, utilization resultsCoordinate and direct semi-annual physical inventory count and valuation with Production, finding and fixing root causes of discrepancies.Key Result Area #4:AdministrationTasks and Activities:Review staffing requirements and develop position descriptions for Accounting/Finance departmentReview contracts and other legal documentationAssist with improving processes and proceduresAnnual review of corporate insurance needs and policy renewalWork with Deloitte during the annual review and tax filing for OPIWork with CBIZ for the Integris Federal and State tax filingsAssist Product team with the annual price list updateSkills & Qualifications:years experience in a senior financial position or post designationSME full cycle accounting experiencewith extensive experience in Canadian and US financial and tax reportingcash management experienceManufacturing Operations experienceof NetSuite ERP and Microsoft Office product suite, including Power-BIintegration experience, with database managementin SaaS-based recurring revenue, automated billing and subscription managementexperienceanalytical and financial modellingStrong business sense and results orientedTeam player, with ability to motivate and lead the teamExcellent verbal, written communication and interpersonal skills (team player)Education Requirements:Bachelor's Degree in Finance or a related disciplineProfessional accounting designation (CPA, CA, CMA, CGA) Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing,Software Development