Overview

The Director, Finance is a senior leadership role responsible for overseeing the financial health and strategy of the Safety & Enforcement division of Quarterhill. Reporting to the VP of Finance, this position provides strategic financial guidance, ensures robust financial planning and analysis, and oversees S&E; accounting operations, budgeting, compliance, and reporting. The Director, Finance partners with senior leadership to support business decisions and drive sustainable growth.

Responsibilities

Financial Reporting & Forecasting

- Manage and oversee the financial close process.
- Manage the preparation and reporting of standard monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports for the S&E; division.
- Develop and deliver analyses supporting the variances to budget and prior periods, reviewing balance sheet, P&L; and ensuring accuracy in financial statements.
- Oversee preparation and finalization of statutory financial statements.
- Review and evaluate cost reduction opportunities open to the division and the company.
- Contribute to financial analysis for contract negotiations and product investment decisions.
- Create ad hoc reporting for internal and external stakeholders.
- Work with AR/AP team to ensure accuracy and timeliness of data entry and process support.
- Collaborate with the Project Finance team and Operations Support, who provides project accounting and analysis as it relates to resource scheduling, planning, and utilization.
- Work with Corporate FP&A; team on budgetary process for the S&E; division. Review the annual project and departmental budgets (in conjunction with Executives and Senior Managers) as well as quarterly and ad-hoc forecasts needed based on contract changes.

Cash Flow & Treasury Management





- Establish and monitor daily cash balance and cash forecasting process. Ensure that sufficient funds are available to meet ongoing operational and capital requirements.
- Strategize optimal vendor payment schedule and work with the Corporate team to obtain approval for outgoing vendor payments.
- Provide input on short- and long-term liquidity forecasting.

Compliance & Risk Management

- Manage tax preparation and filing process.
- - Oversee federal and state tax prepared by third party vendors.
- Manage the preparation and filing of sales, corporate and other tax forms as required.

- Maintain relationship with insurance broker, acting as point of contact between S&E; and broker for policy questions, updates, and renewals.
- Work with Corporate team on procurement of short- and long-term insurance policies including location permits.
- Oversee Provincial and local operational license compliance.
- Manage S&E;’s bonding process.
- - Monitor expiration, renewal and return of bonding.
- Provide input on pricing and proposal process as it relates to bonding capabilities.

- Participate in and manage regular external audits, providing artifacts for evaluation as well as SME support.
- Ensure compliance with local, provincial, and federal reporting requirements.
- Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, tax laws, and audit standards.




- Identify financial risks and implement mitigation strategies.

Qualifications

Education & Experience

- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field
- CPA or equivalent professional designation required
- 8-12+ years of progressive financial leadership experience
- Knowledgeable and experienced in IFRS
- NetSuite experience considered an asset

Skills & Competencies

- Exceptional analytical and independent problem-solving skills, with keen attention to detail.
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to interact confidently with internal and external stakeholders.
- Strong financial acumen and strategic thinking
- Advanced knowledge of financial modeling and analysis
- Proficiency in financial systems (e.g., ERP platforms) and advanced Excel skills

Advantages

We offer a Total Rewards plan designed with you and your family’s health and wellness in mind that includes:

- Paid days off ( i. e. vacatio n, sick days, bereavement leave)
- Health and Dental plans
- Retirement plans
- Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP)
- Employee referral program

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, veteran sta tus, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, or disabilit y or any other protected characteristics in accordance with applicable federal, state/provincial, and local laws . We 're committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued and respected.

We appreciate all responses and will acknowledge only those being considered for an interview .

We respectfully request no calls or unsolicited resumes from Agencies .

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📌 Director, Finance S&E (Saskatoon)
🏢 Quarterhill
📍 Saskatoon