Onsite Director of Finance and Administration

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About the role

  • Director of Finance and Administration at Cooke managing Finance operations in global seafood industry. Leading Admin team and developing financial strategies for success.

Responsibilities

  • Responsible for Budgeting, Forecasting, and Analytical activities.
  • Manage and monitor the Administration team including Invoicing, Fuel Management and Driver Payroll.
  • Work within the Transportation Management team to develop operational efficiencies, standardizing where possible, and manage towards strategic goals.
  • Laise with Accounting, A/R, A/P and Treasury departments.
  • Conduct Business Analytics supporting Operations through Pricing, Initiative Management, and Continuous Improvement projects.
  • Identify and implement operational improvement initiatives that enable enhanced service, financial and/or productivity results.
  • Participate in critical reviews of key performance indicators, incidents, audits, inspection and improvement opportunities, resulting in effective implementation of corrective actions.
  • Manage Administration team through effective communication, promoting focus via a consistent and fair approach.
  • Foster employee growth through objective setting, continual feedback and effective coaching.
  • Develop training plans for new employees and ensure all training development plans for current employees are created and completed in a timely manner.
  • Ensure compliance with applicable policies, procedures, Transportation of Dangerous Goods regulations, Ministry of Transportation regulations, and safety regulations.

Requirements

  • 10+ years of progressive Finance experience, supported by a CPA designation or MBA (major in Finance) is preferred.
  • Well-honed experience in fast moving consumer products logistics/distribution, ideally with significant time spent in fresh/frozen food logistics would be an asset.
  • Excellent communication and negotiation skills (both verbal and written)
  • Strong analytical skills and proficiency in the use of Excel, MS Office, WMS, ERP, TMS and BI database tools are required.

Benefits

  • Health Benefits: Includes coverage for dental, vision, and extended medical care.
  • Insurance: Life and disability insurance provided for financial security.
  • Support Services: Access to an Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
  • Financial Planning: Opportunity for RRSP matching to support your retirement savings.
  • Time Off: Paid vacation, holidays, and sick leave for work-life balance.
  • Wellness: Wellness programs and access to on-site gym facilities (available in some locations).
  • Career Development: Professional growth opportunities and avenues for advancement.
  • Perks: Employee discounts on company products or services.
  • Convenience: On-site parking or parking allowance.

Job title

Director of Finance and Administration

Job type

Experience level

Lead

Salary

Not specified

Degree requirement

Postgraduate Degree

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