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Senior Director of Finance

LeddarTech

LeddarTech

Accounting & Finance, Sales & Business Development
Montreal, QC, Canada
Posted on Saturday, February 4, 2023

LeddarTech’s mission is to improve safety and quality of life for travelers, commuters, workers, and mobility industry professionals by enabling applications that reduce traffic congestion, minimize the risk of road accidents, and improve the overall efficiency of road transport. Our values set the roadmap for what we stand for, and are at the core of everything we do.

  • We wish to contribute to society by improving mobility and quality of life.
  • We create wealth through innovation, unique Intellectual Property and expertise that meet market needs and customer expectations.
  • We engage in win-win partnerships to accelerate technology deployment and adoption.
  • We are committed to our success, and we are willing to surpass ourselves to reach our goals.
  • We recognize our team’s talent, expertise, professionalism, and creativity as an integral part of our success.

OVERVIEW OF THE POSITION

Reporting to the CFO, the Director of Finance with his team is responsible to produce accurate and timely reporting for all accounting and operational activities. Ensure that all Corporate Policies and Procedures are applied in a harmonized manner across the various operating units in accordance with SEC "Securities and Exchange Commission" obligations. monthly, quarterly and annual financial and operational reporting. Responsible for the preparation of all annual social financial statements for all legal entities and the preparation of income tax returns for all those entities. Ensure that appropriate internal controls are operational and work with corporate auditors and financial institutions. Contribute to some corporate responsibilities, as agreed upon with the CFO.

YOUR MISSION

Manages all financial activities and works with the Region Management Committee to plan and execute the Region and Company goals & objectives

  • Prepare or coordinate the preparation of all analysis for the decision-making process at the Management Committee level
  • Lead and develop the finance team, through goal setting and continuous impr0vement activities
  • Ensure that all Corporate Policies and Procedures are applied in a harmonized manner across the various units
  • Responsible to ensure that all subsidiaries financial statements are being produced annually in accordance with local legislation.
  • Support the FPA Team in the preparation of the MD&A and sign it
  • Prepare material for Board of Directors meetings
  • Prepare all financial information required for investors and markets communication
  • Support the FPA Team in Budget preparation, Forecast Update and Business Plan annual exercise
  • Ensure that appropriate internal controls are operational and work with internal auditors, corporate auditors, and financial institutions
  • Directly responsible for DOS (reduce) and DOP (increase) improvement in its divisions and shared responsibility with EVP region on Inventory aging
  • Recommend to the Corporate level any action plan susceptible to improve global return on assets
  • Support the CFO in regards with any Financing or M&A transaction
  • Ensure that the company benefits from all the tax credits and subsidies for which it is eligible
  • Ensure the sound management of regulatory obligations, the development and application of the measures necessary to ensure compliance

THE IDEAL PERSON FOR THIS JOB WILL HAVE

  • Bachelors in Accounting or Finance
  • 10-15 years total accounting-related experience
  • 8 years of managerial experience
  • Experience at big-4 public accounting firm is an asset
  • CPA certification or equivalent
  • Experience at multinational corporation and dealing with different culture
  • Experience in Technology enterprise
  • Strong knowledge of IFRS standard
  • Experience in publicly traded companies
  • Strong leadership skills
  • Excellent verbal & written communication skills
  • Strong analytical skills
  • Independently motivated
  • Hybrid workstyle
  • Travel to our head office in QC city is required according to business needs 20%
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills, in English and French

Your LeddarTech Environment

  • Flexibility: Many positions in the organization allow for flexible work hours.
  • Collaboration: As a lean organization, everyone’s input matters. You will have the opportunity to influence our technology roadmap and contribute to our common success.
  • A Thriving Work Environment: Our offices are modern and be assured you will never have a boring day here.
  • The Right Tools Provided: Regardless of your position, we will outfit you with all the tools you need to be successful.
  • Investment in Learning: Opportunities to attend seminars, trainings, and conferences to enhance your skills.

#Envision the Road Ahead!