Senior Finance Manager

Job summary

The Senior Finance Manager is responsible for overseeing budgeting, financial reporting, treasury functions, and tax compliance. They will also lead the finance team, manage internal controls, and drive process improvements and system integrations.

Job details

Senior Finance Manager About Midea America Canada Corporation (MACC): Midea America Canada Corporation (MACC) is a Global leader in home appliances manufacturing, dedicated to improving the lives of consumers through innovative, high-quality products. At MACC, we pride ourselves on fostering creativity and excellence in every aspect of our work. This internship / Full time, provides a unique opportunity to work with a dynamic team, gain hands-on experience in marketing and communications, and contribute to impactful campaigns. Essential Job Responsibilities: Budgeting and FP&A: Coordinating and directing the preparation of annual budget and monthly financial forecasts; compiling and analyzing the variance in monthly financials, versus the company's budget; Financial Reporting: Managing month-end and year-end closing processes; coordinating with FSSC to prepare and publish timely monthly/quarterly/annual financial statements, maintaining the highest quality, reliability, and accuracy; reviewing monthly reconciliation and business accruals; researching and resolving accounting issues including evaluation and Implementation of new accounting pronouncements to ensure compliance and the documentation of management's interpretation of these new pronouncements; Treasury: Responsible for the monthly cash flow forecast preparation, analysis, and submission to Corporate Treasury; managing the Internal and external banking relationships to ensure the company receives appropriate level of required service; Tax: Cooperating with external tax accountant to manage tax filings processes to ensure compliance with federal government reporting requirements; Process and Internal Control: Coordinating, developing and updating written accounting policies and procedures to maintain and strengthen internal controls; managing accounting system, including being participant in the enhancement, maintenance and optimization of finance systems and integrations.; supporting cross-functional initiatives by assisting in the design and implementation of related financial processes; cooperating with internal auditor to carry out regular self-assessment on control activities; continuously identifying opportunities to strengthen internal financial controls while maintaining efficiencies in processes; and responsible for finance internal control environment in line with internal control reporting framework; Change Management and Leadership: Researching and implementing software applications and tools that can be utilized to improve and accelerate the accounting operations and overall finance efficiency in the future; and providing leadership to the finance team, focusing on career development, continual performance improvement, staff development and succession planning. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field. 7+ years of progressive experience in Finance and Accounting, including financial reporting, FP&A, budgeting, forecasting, and internal controls. 3+ years of experience in a finance leadership or managerial role, with demonstrated experience leading, developing, and mentoring finance teams. Strong experience with annual budgeting, financial forecasting, variance analysis, cash flow forecasting, and management reporting. Solid knowledge of month-end and year-end close processes, account reconciliations, accruals, and financial statement preparation. Experience working with Treasury, banking relationships, tax compliance, and external accounting/tax advisors. Strong understanding of internal controls, accounting policies and procedures, audit processes, and financial compliance requirements. Experience with ERP systems and financial systems, including system implementation, process optimization, and integrations. SAP experience is preferred. Demonstrated ability to identify process improvements and lead finance transformation or change-management initiatives. Strong analytical, problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively across multiple functions. Fluency in English and Chinese (Mandarin) is required. Chinese (Mandarin) fluency is required due to the role’s frequent communication and coordination with China-based corporate and finance teams. CPA, CMA, or other relevant professional accounting/finance certification is preferred. Experience working in a multinational company or shared services environment is preferred. The expected base salary range for this role is CAD $165,000–$170,000 per year. Final compensation will be based on a variety of factors, including experience, skills, and qualifications relevant to the position. This job posting represents a current opportunity within the company. Midea America Canada Corporation (MACC). is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

What you’ll do

The Senior Finance Manager is responsible for overseeing budgeting, financial reporting, treasury functions, and tax compliance. They will also lead the finance team, manage internal controls, and drive process improvements and system integrations.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field with at least 7 years of progressive experience. Proficiency in both English and Mandarin is required, along with strong leadership skills and experience in financial systems like SAP.

Listed skills

• SAP · Preferred
• Change Management · Preferred
• ERP systems · Preferred
• Budgeting · Preferred
• Financial Reporting · Preferred
• Leadership · Preferred
• Financial analysis · Preferred
• English · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Budgeting
• Financial Planning And Analysis
• Financial Reporting
• Month-end Closing
• Year-end Closing
• Cash Flow Forecasting
• Tax Compliance
• Internal Controls
• Accounting Policies
• Erp Systems
• Sap
• Change Management
• Leadership
• Financial Analysis
• Mandarin
• English

Job areas

• Finance & Accounting
• Management & Leadership
• Manufacturing
• Retail