Finance Manager - Toronto, Canada - Serco North America

Serco North America

Verified Company

Toronto, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Position Description:

Serco is seeking a
Finance Manager with program financial management skills to lead a team of financial analysts in Toronto, Canada.

This role calls for a well-rounded performer who thrives in a fast-paced, demanding environment.

Key attributes we are seeking for in this role include both the willingness to dig deeply into details, as well as the ability to assess the big picture.

If you consistently demonstrate high levels of technical and professional knowledge and quickly assimilate new information, you will thrive in this position.

The Manager of Business Finance is responsible for the management of finance employees involved in program financial management and analysis, monthly and quarterly accounting close processes, and process improvement.

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This position provides the flexibility to work remotely 3 days a week with 2 days in office_**
In this role you will:

Be responsible for providing business guidance to Operational Leaders to achieve financial and operational goals, as well as recommending actions to improve progress and performance.
Be responsible for oversight of all aspects of operational finance for their supported program(s).
Be responsible for providing lead level financial support to a Business Segment of Program Managers in the preparation and analysis of complex project financial data and businessrelated tasks.
Lead monthend financial close to include revenue recognition, cost accruals, and inventory reconciliation.
Support accounts receivable as required during the billing processing.
Monitor billing status and unbilled issues, working with Finance, Contracts, Accounting, and PMO to resolve issues in a timely manner.
Provide pricing strategy and cost volume support/development for new business opportunities in Business Segment.
Partner with program manager(s) to develop and support monthly and annual program financial forecast.
Prepare financial presentations and reports in a professional organized manner.
Liaison between operations and other administrative support organizations on financial issues.
Interface with subcontractors, vendors, and customers as required.
Provide cost, schedule and funding planning, reporting, monitoring and analysis support to Program Managers including Work Breakdown Structures (WBS), Basis of Estimates (BOEs) and development of timephased budgets and schedules.
Prepare program financial Estimates at Complete (EAC) and meet deadlines for submission requirements.
Ensure program revenue and profit is recorded in compliance with the EAC.
Identify project risks and opportunities and provide analytical contribution in working resolution with PM, Contracts, Procurement and Finance/Accounting.
Be responsible for the management of the finance employees involved in program control and analysis.
Be responsible for the employment, training, motivation and discipline of assigned employees.
Direct, implement, and administer formal aspects of financial management for their team in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles, corporate policies, and government regulations.

Qualifications:

To be successful in this role, you will have:

Canadian Citizenship or Permanent Residency in Canada
BA/BS in Finance, Accounting, Business, Economics, or equivalent
Minimum 6 years of relevant experience
Minimum 3 years of experience leading and developing a team of 2 or more with potential to grow
Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
Must have experience in a accounting system such as Deltek Costpoint, Oracle EPM, or a similar system
Must have experience with Financial planning & data analysis:
Budgeting
Forecasting
Cash Flow
Working Capital
Variance analysis
Must have experience with Financial reporting:
Financial Statements
Scorecards
Dashboards
Board Packages
MD&A
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and collaborate in a team environment with a focus on high professional standards, strong followup, and successful project execution
Advanced Proficiency in MS Excel required
Travel up to 10%

Additional desired experience and skills:

Strong management and finance control background with experience in government contracting desired

Company Overview:
Serco Inc. (Serco) is the Americas division of Serco Group, plc.

In North America, Serco's 9,000+ employees strive to make an impact every day across 100+ sites in the areas of Defense, Citizen Services, and Transportation.

We help our clients deliver vital services more efficiently while increasing the satisfaction of their end customers. Serco serves every branch of the U.S. military, numerous U.S. Federal civilian agencies, the Intelligence Community, the Canadian government, state, provincial and local governments, and commercial clients. While your place may look a little different depending on your role, we know you will find yours here. Wherever you work and whatever you do, we in