Director of Finance
Halifax, NS
Reference #HL-7454
Stewart McKelvey is proud to celebrate decades of leadership as Atlantic Canada’s first and largest regional law firm with 550+ teammates across 6 offices. With a distinguished heritage reaching back to Canada’s confederation, our Firm has established an international reputation for generating results. We have become one of the 20 largest law firms in the country. With a nod to our history, we continue to lead the way forward for our clients in Atlantic Canada, across the country and around the globe.
Now, Meridia is pleased to partner with Stewart McKelvey in recruiting for a Director of Finance. Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer, the Director of Finance will lead efforts to advance a corporate culture of continuous improvement and modernization within the Finance Function.
The Director of Finance will be responsible for financial management of the firm including planning, budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, profitability analysis, financial reporting, general ledger accounting, cash flow control and forecasts, banking relationships, investment, tax planning, tax reporting, trust accounting and reporting and other financial management as required.
Key responsibilities will include:
The ideal candidate will possess:
Stewart McKelvey offers a culture that supports flexible work arrangements, mental and physical wellness and we provide a competitive compensation and benefits package. A few things they offer:
Take on this rare opportunity to work with a high performing team in a firm that prides itself on regular reinvention to meet the constant changing needs of our clients. Join the leadership team of a growing company and elevate our financial operations to see far-reaching impact across our network of partners and clients in all industries.
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.
Halifax, NS
Reference #HL-7454
Stewart McKelvey is proud to celebrate decades of leadership as Atlantic Canada’s first and largest regional law firm with 550+ teammates across 6 offices. With a distinguished heritage reaching back to Canada’s confederation, our Firm has established an international reputation for generating results. We have become one of the 20 largest law firms in the country. With a nod to our history, we continue to lead the way forward for our clients in Atlantic Canada, across the country and around the globe.
Now, Meridia is pleased to partner with Stewart McKelvey in recruiting for a Director of Finance. Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer, the Director of Finance will lead efforts to advance a corporate culture of continuous improvement and modernization within the Finance Function.
The Director of Finance will be responsible for financial management of the firm including planning, budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, profitability analysis, financial reporting, general ledger accounting, cash flow control and forecasts, banking relationships, investment, tax planning, tax reporting, trust accounting and reporting and other financial management as required.
Key responsibilities will include:
- Ensuring the efficient and effective operation of the finance department while advancing efforts to continuously improve finance processes, policies and service standards
- Leadership for technological and systems modernization across the Finance Function, ensuring the firm leverages shared resources, and the tools and capabilities of existing systems
- Ensuring the firm’s financial internal controls follow Accounting Standards for Private Enterprise and/or other regulatory requirements
- Taking charge of the year-end audit process and working with external auditors to prepare annual financial statements for stakeholders
- Conducting long-term planning to ensure that the finance infrastructure supports future requirements and initiatives
- Leading the annual budget process
- Developing Finance staff to meet the current and evolving needs of key stakeholders.
- Staying informed on relevant commodity, tax and regulatory compliance issues and trends
- Fostering relationships with key internal stakeholders and external parties including banks, financing institutions, external auditors, service providers, etc.
- Playing a key role in capital planning and assessing future capital investment opportunities.
- Other related duties
The ideal candidate will possess:
- CPA designation coupled with a bachelor’s degree
- 5+ years of senior financial management experience. Exposure to professional services environment would be considered an asset
- Experience managing and developing a large, diverse team located across multiple offices
- A drive for success and opportunity, and eagerness to help bring others along
- A continuous improvement mindset .
- Comfortable with technology and leveraging technology to drive improvements
- Excellent communication and people management skills
Stewart McKelvey offers a culture that supports flexible work arrangements, mental and physical wellness and we provide a competitive compensation and benefits package. A few things they offer:
- Flexible work arrangements for many positions, including work from home options
- A generous vacation allowance, as well as two “flex days” per year
- Top rate flexible health and dental plan
- Group Retirement Plan with employer contribution matching
- An annual wellness allowance, for a broad range of eligible expenses, such as fitness memberships and fees, fitness equipment, general health & wellness support, personal development courses, home office expenses
- A “Dress for your Day” policy
- Assistance for continuing education
- Social events and staff retreats
- A positive and fun work environment where we value inclusion and mutual respect
Take on this rare opportunity to work with a high performing team in a firm that prides itself on regular reinvention to meet the constant changing needs of our clients. Join the leadership team of a growing company and elevate our financial operations to see far-reaching impact across our network of partners and clients in all industries.
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.
