Director of Finance
Dartmouth, NS
Reference # HL-STG-8901
Our client, Armour Transportation Systems, is a member of the Seaboard Group of Companies, a privately held organization comprised of numerous transport brands across Canada and the United States. By collaborating with their diverse family of companies, they leverage shared resources, continuous improvement ideologies and industry-leading technology to deliver consistent and reliable service. The Seaboard Transport Group of Companies uses continuous improvement ideologies and industry-leading in-truck technology to ensure they consistently deliver reliable and sustainable service. It is their commitment to transportation excellence that has fueled their growth to become one of North America’s largest leading bulk carriers. We are excited to partner with them looking to bring a Director of Finance to their team in Dartmouth, NS.
Reporting to Vice President, Finance for Seaboard Armour Transportation and Logistics, the Director of Finance at Armour Transportation Systems is a critical role in ensuring timely, accurate, and meaningful financial reporting for stakeholders, while maintaining robust accounting processes and a strong system of internal controls.
Responsibilities will include:
The ideal candidate will possess:
Armour Transportation Systems is committed to the principles of employment equity. The purpose of employment equity is to ensure that no person is denied employment opportunities or benefits for reasons unrelated to ability.
Armour Transportation Systems welcomes applications from Indigenous peoples, African Canadians and other racially visible persons, persons with disabilities, and women in occupations or positions where they are underrepresented. If you are a member of one of these equity groups, you are encouraged to self-identify on your expression of interest for this position.
To express interest in this opportunity please apply online by clicking “Apply Now” below:
For more information about this exciting opportunity please contact Heather Labucki, Partner, or Jason Ozon, Senior Consultant, at jozon@kbrs.ca If you require accommodation to participate in the recruitment process, please let Jason Ozon know.
Meridia Recruitment Solutions connects leading organizations with top talent by building strong relationships and creating ideal matches with candidates because we are only successful when you are. We appreciate your interest in this opportunity.
To learn more about Meridia Recruitment Solutions, our job opportunities, and career advice we invite you to explore our site and subscribe for career alerts.
Dartmouth, NS
Reference # HL-STG-8901
Our client, Armour Transportation Systems, is a member of the Seaboard Group of Companies, a privately held organization comprised of numerous transport brands across Canada and the United States. By collaborating with their diverse family of companies, they leverage shared resources, continuous improvement ideologies and industry-leading technology to deliver consistent and reliable service. The Seaboard Transport Group of Companies uses continuous improvement ideologies and industry-leading in-truck technology to ensure they consistently deliver reliable and sustainable service. It is their commitment to transportation excellence that has fueled their growth to become one of North America’s largest leading bulk carriers. We are excited to partner with them looking to bring a Director of Finance to their team in Dartmouth, NS.
Reporting to Vice President, Finance for Seaboard Armour Transportation and Logistics, the Director of Finance at Armour Transportation Systems is a critical role in ensuring timely, accurate, and meaningful financial reporting for stakeholders, while maintaining robust accounting processes and a strong system of internal controls.
Responsibilities will include:
- Lead the Financial Reporting function, ensuring compliance with accounting standards and internal policies.
- Oversee preparation of consolidated financial statements and supporting schedules for multiple entities.
- Develop and maintain month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
- Implement and enhance internal controls to strengthen financial governance and mitigate risk.
- Drive process improvements and automation initiatives to increase efficiency and accuracy in reporting.
- Collaborate with senior leadership to provide financial insights that support strategic decision-making.
- Lead the annual audit and tax return preparation processes with the external audit team, ensuring all filing/reporting deadlines with internal and external stakeholders are met.
- Maintain up-to-date documentation of reporting processes and policies.
- Mentor and develop team members, fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.
- Other related duties as required.
The ideal candidate will possess:
- CPA designation.
- 5-10 years experience in a progressive management role.
- Experience with change management and continuous improvement initiatives in a complex, corporate environment.
- Significant experience in the preparation of financial statements and notes in a multi legal entity/ consolidated reporting environment.
- Solid track record in the redesign of processes to achieve greater efficiency/effectiveness while maintaining appropriate internal controls.
- Highly motivated, with proven success in a deadline driven environment.
- Excellent communication skills.
Armour Transportation Systems is committed to the principles of employment equity. The purpose of employment equity is to ensure that no person is denied employment opportunities or benefits for reasons unrelated to ability.
Armour Transportation Systems welcomes applications from Indigenous peoples, African Canadians and other racially visible persons, persons with disabilities, and women in occupations or positions where they are underrepresented. If you are a member of one of these equity groups, you are encouraged to self-identify on your expression of interest for this position.
To express interest in this opportunity please apply online by clicking “Apply Now” below:
For more information about this exciting opportunity please contact Heather Labucki, Partner, or Jason Ozon, Senior Consultant, at jozon@kbrs.ca If you require accommodation to participate in the recruitment process, please let Jason Ozon know.
Meridia Recruitment Solutions connects leading organizations with top talent by building strong relationships and creating ideal matches with candidates because we are only successful when you are. We appreciate your interest in this opportunity.
To learn more about Meridia Recruitment Solutions, our job opportunities, and career advice we invite you to explore our site and subscribe for career alerts.
