Finance Manager, Shared Services

Company:         ASSA ABLOY Door Security Solutions Canada

Reports to:        Vice President of Finance, ASSA ABLOY of Canada Ltd.

Location:           Vaughan, Ontario Canada

ASSA ABLOY Door Security Solutions provides end-users (healthcare facilities, schools, universities, military, commercial buildings, etc.) with unsurpassed security and life-safety solutions and the essential support services (LEED consultation, code compliance, access control system integration, product research and selection, specification writing services, technical support, etc.) to ensure well-functioning doorway systems in the commercial building industry. This is all accomplished by combining the strengths of industry-leading door and hardware brands.

We are currently seeking a Finance Manager, Shared Services to be based in our office in Vaughan, Ontario Canada headquarters.

Job Summary

In this newly created role, as the Finance Manager, Shared Services, you will be responsible for overseeing and coordinating the banking, treasury, tax, insurance and audit functions for multiple operating companies. You will be the central point of contact when working with both Internal and External partners. 

As the Finance Manager, Shared Services, you’re a strong team member who is detail oriented, has strong Excel and analytical skills, and is focused on continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversight of the Canadian Cashpool for all ASSA ABLOY companies in Canada, including month end reporting and coordination with related companies on interest and cash reconciliation with our international Head Office
• Maintain an efficient system of policies and procedures that impose an adequate level of control over treasury activities and provide support for regulatory reporting
• Develop a structure to work with business partners in a shared services capacity in areas including insurance, corporate credit cards, travel programs, payroll, and expense reporting
• Responsible for the coordination of annual tax return of the Legal entity.  Act as the liaison for both Internal Corporate Tax Team and External Tax accountants
• Work with Corporate Tax Team on tax initiatives, forecasting and analysis; includes month end reporting and any other ad hoc requirements

• Prepare, review and submit sales tax returns and related filings
• Responsible for ensuring compliance with all applicable laws, rules, and regulations
• Perform monthly full cycle accounting tasks such as journal entries, analysis of general ledger accounts etc.
• Review monthly general ledger reconciliations and investigate differences
• Familiar with IFRS and ability to implement – (International Financial Reporting Standard)
• Assist with special projects, including ERP Improvements, etc.
• Create and continuously improve financial policies, procedures, processes, systems, and initiatives
• Produce various ad hoc analysis, reports, and other responsibilities as required

Education and Experience

• University degree in business, or accounting
• Working towards or completed CPA designation

• Minimum of 5 years accounting experience in a corporate finance department
• Knowledge and experience working with data analysis software (e.g., Cognos, Business Objects, etc.)
• Experience with ERP systems (JD Edwards, Microsoft Dynamics - NAV) is an asset

Key Competencies

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills
• Highly detail oriented
• Strong analytical ability and data analysis skills

• Effectively interact with and motivate other team members, including peers
• Ability to meet deadlines including a strong ability to plan and manage multiple tasks to completion at the same time
• Propensity for continuous improvement and finding efficiencies

Our Benefits

• Employer-paid Benefit plan
• Competitive Retirement plan
• Ongoing training and development
• Tuition reimbursement programs
• Supportive team environment
• A stable and growing industry!

Interested applicants can apply online at www.assaabloy.com/career

ASSA ABLOY welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodation is available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

We are the ASSA ABLOY Group

Our people have made us the global leader in access solutions. In return, we open doors for them wherever they go. With nearly 61,000 colleagues in more than 70 different countries, we help billions of people experience a more open world. Our innovations make all sorts of spaces – physical and virtual – safer, more secure, and easier to access. 

As an employer, we value results – not titles, or backgrounds. We empower our people to build their career around their aspirations and our ambitions – supporting them with regular feedback, training, and development opportunities. Our colleagues think broadly about where they can make the most impact, and we encourage them to grow their role locally, regionally, or even internationally.

As we welcome new people on board, it’s important to us to have diverse, inclusive teams, and we value different perspectives and experiences.