About the ClientOur client is a profitable and growing industrial manufacturing company specializing in configured-to-order engineered equipment, with approximately 90% of operations focused on CTO manufacturing.The company is currently experiencing strong international growth and is entering a new phase focused on operational systemization, scalable processes, and distribution expansion.They are seeking aDirector of Finance & Revenue Operationsto build and strengthen the operational and financial infrastructure required to improve margin visibility, cost control, forecasting accuracy, and decision‑making speed across the organization.Role MissionThe successful candidate will help establish a finance and operational framework where:Job profitability is transparent and measurable from quote to actual resultsManufacturing and engineering efforts are properly planned, monitored, and controlledTax compliance and reporting processes remain accurate and audit‑readyDepartmental budgets are actively managed and controlledForecasting becomes dependable and proactiveERP selection and implementation are executed successfully with strong operational adoptionKey ResponsibilitiesFinancial & Operational ControlLead job costing and margin analysis initiatives, including quote‑to‑actual reporting, margin bridge analysis, and root‑cause visibilityAnalyze factors impacting profitability including engineering hours, redesigns, rework, expediting, subcontracting, purchasing variances, and schedule changesImplement accountability systems for engineering costs,



including mandatory weekly time tracking tied to job codesEstablish KPIs and structured change‑control processes linked to cost and schedule impactsRevenue Operations & ForecastingImprove revenue operations discipline through enhanced milestone billing visibility, backlog and WIP reporting, pricing controls, and cash flow timing managementDeliver rolling forecasts covering revenue, cash flow, margins, deposits, and project milestonesBuild proactive forecasting processes that leadership can rely on for decision‑makingCompliance & ReportingEnsure all reporting submitted to provincial and federal authorities is accurate, timely, and audit‑readyAct as a key liaison between financial operations, external accounting partners, and regulatory bodiesLead monthly close activities and develop quarterly management reporting packages that support strategic decision‑makingOversee grant tracking, spending visibility, and audit‑compliant reporting practicesERP & Systems LeadershipLead ERP evaluation, selection, and implementation initiatives across the businessDefine operational requirements related to job costing, WIP tracking, inventory management, purchasing, billing,



and reportingManage phased ERP rollout plans while ensuring operational alignment and adoption across departmentsPotential future involvement in IT systems and vendor governance initiativesWhat Success Looks Like (Within 6–12 Months)Quote‑to‑actual margin reporting is implemented across the majority of projectsCost accountability becomes system‑driven rather than dependent on executive oversightForecasting processes become accurate, proactive, and reliableERP selection is completed and implementation is underway or Phase 1 has been successfully launchedIdeal Candidate ProfileThe ideal candidate is a hands‑on finance and operations professional with experience in manufacturing, engineered products, job‑shop environments, or configured‑to‑order operations.They possess solid management accounting capabilities, particularly in:Job costingWork‑in‑progress (WIP) managementMargin analysisOperational KPI developmentYou are comfortable working cross‑functionally and driving operational adoption across teams.The client is looking for someone practical, direct, low‑ego, execution‑focused, and comfortable building systems and structure from the ground up.RequirementsProven experience within manufacturing, engineered products, configured‑to‑order, or industrial environmentsStrong background in management accounting, operational finance, and revenue operationsExperience with job costing, WIP reporting, forecasting, and operational KPI managementExperience leading ERP selection and implementation projects is highly preferredStrong cross‑functional leadership and operational influence capabilitiesAbility to build scalable systems, processes, and reporting structuresBenefitsCompetitive compensation package with target base salary around$130,000(flexible depending on experience and scope)Performance‑based bonus tied to measurable business outcomes including:Margin improvementReporting reliabilityERP implementation milestonesCash flow and working capital optimization#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Director Of Finance & Revenue Operations - $130,000 A Year (Winnipeg)
🏢 Whitecollars
📍 Winnipeg