Director, Corporate and Financial Systems
Director, Corporate and Financial Systems
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$ 180000 - 220000
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Job Description
As the Director of Corporate and Financial Systems you will play a critical role in shaping the business systems operations and improvement plans that enables the organizations corporate and financial functions. You will lead a team responsible for the design implementation and maintenance of systems and processes that drive efficiency accuracy and compliance across various departments. You will support continuous improvement initiatives redesign and change initiatives across all shared services and the three operating shipyards including HCM ERP and related financial systems and tools.
Note: This position qualifies for an optional hybrid work schedule after 90 days of onsite work and onboarding. Employee will be subject to the terms of the Flexible Work Policy Agreement.
What youll do
- Lead the strategic planning development and implementation of corporate and financial systems to optimize efficiency accuracy and compliance.
- Provides leadership and technical expertise on the cross-over between accounting and financial systems.
- Collaborate with key stakeholders across departments to understand business requirements and translate them into technical solutions.
- Evaluate existing systems and processes to identify areas for improvement and implement enhancements to streamline workflows and increase productivity.
- Manage system upgrades migrations and integrations to ensure seamless operation and compatibility with other systems and technologies.
- Assist the Accounting teams with organizational communications regarding financial system usage standards.
- Assist the business areas in developing corporate and financial policies procedures and controls to maintain data integrity security and regulatory compliance.
- Provide leadership guidance and mentorship to the corporate and financial systems team fostering a culture of collaboration innovation and continuous improvement.
- Stay informed about emerging technologies industry trends and best practices related to corporate and financial systems and make recommendations for adoption or adaptation as appropriate.
- Optimizes Seaspans ERP system and identifies opportunities to improve business processes.
- Manages and maintains the user security model triage requests for role changes and ensure integrity of segregation of duties.
- Defines requirements and builds project plans. Leads the implementation of new programs that may run across the organization including system upgrades and rollout of training tools.
- Develops and executes an end-user training model for accounting users.
What youll bring
- Professional designation in IT Management or equivalent
- Minimum 2-5 years of experience in a similar role with a consistent track record of success in leading the development and implementation of corporate and financial systems.
- Experience in managing an IT support team.
- Experience in implementing large ERP transformational projects (e.g. Oracle JD Edwards IFS).
- In-depth knowledge of corporate and financial systems including ERP systems (e.g. Oracle JD Edwards IFS) financial reporting systems budgeting and forecasting tools and other related technologies.
- Strong understanding of financial processes accounting principles and regulatory requirements.
- Excellent leadership communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively collaborate with stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
- Proven ability to lead projects priorities and resources effectively in a fast-paced environment.
- Relevant certifications (e.g. CPA CMA PMP ITIL) are a plus.
- Knowledge in Canadian ASPE GAAP and related financial reporting requirements.
- Knowledge in business process documentation process improvement and redesign.
- Knowledge of project management methodology and best practices.
- Knowledge in ERP (Oracle JDE or equivalent) Business Systems.
- Understanding of data quality best practices and integration concepts techniques.
- Knowledge of analytical techniques and financial concepts to define and solve complex problems.
- Knowledge of manufacturing and/or transportation (preferably shipbuilding/Marine).
- Verbal and written communication presentation and effective listening skills.
- Proficient in MS-Office (Excel /Word/Outlook/PowerPoint/Visio).
- Strong strategic thinking -ability to anticipate future trends and challenges in the corporate and financial landscape.
- Strong communication and leadership skills -should be able to convey your vision and goals clearly and directly to the team.
- Strong decision-making skills -gather relevant data analyze and make timely and informed decisions in the best interest of the organization.
Why youll love working here
- This is a full-time permanent position. With multiple operations and long-term projects Seaspan employees enjoy job stability as we look ahead to build ships for decades to come.
- In addition to an annual bonus and pension plan matching this role provides you a very competitive salary in line with the successful candidates experience.
- We also provide a best-in-class health and wellness benefits package for this position including such things as full health care (e.g. unlimited physiotherapy) dental vision life insurance medical leave coverage parental leave coverage childcare benefit partnership wellness/fitness reimbursement for memberships or registration fees and an Employee Family Assistance Program (EFAP).
- While reporting directly to the Vice President Business Technology Solutions you will manage your own portfolio of work and projects as a senior member of the team.
- This position qualifies for an optional hybrid work schedule.
- Parking is included and to assist those that are using transit we operate a complimentary shuttle bus Monday through Friday with various pick up and drop off points around North Vancouver.
The estimated salary for this position is $180000 - $220000. In determining final salary Seaspan considers many factors including the successful Candidates skillset and experience as well as position location and internal equity. The final base salary offer will be at the Companys sole discretion and presented as part of a competitive total compensation package.
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Required Experience:
Director
Employment Type
Full-Time
