Director Finance & Administration

Who WE Are:

League Savings & Mortgage (LSM), a credit union owned company, is a federally regulated financial institution based in Nova Scotia.
We deliver quality results and offer a collaborative and community focused work environment in which to do it.
Our employees' wellbeing is a top priority, and we underscore that with flexible working arrangements, personal days, and even birthdays off, to enable employees' to strike a balance that works for them.
We strive to create an environment where all team members have opportunities for growth and feel welcome, valued, supported and connected.

If your values align with ours, consider joining our team as a Director, Finance & Administration.

A TYPICAL WEEK:

Leading the Finance team, the Director, Finance & Administration is responsible for the development, implementation and maintenance of the accounting system, leading the delivery of accounting and financial reporting services, and for analyzing and interpreting operating results and providing specific recommendations to Management.
In this leadership role, the Director, Finance & Administration champions the staff in the delivery of department objectives and customer satisfaction while creating and fostering an effective work environment conducive to successful operations.

Qualifications

As the ideal candidate you will have successfully completed a Bachelor's degree with a concentration in Accounting or Finance, a professional accounting designation and have 6-9 years' experience in a senior financial accounting position (preferably in a financial institution), including supervisory experience; or have an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Experience with projects involving the identification, selection and implementation of accounting and financial reporting solutions will be considered an asset.

Responsibilities

1. Provides accurate and timely financial information to Management, Auditors, and Regulators and to others including analysis and recommendations to assist in strategic decisions, policy setting, planning and control of the company, and contributes to the execution of the company's Enterprise Risk Management Framework (ERM) to align corporate risk taking with our business strategy, values, and code of ethics.
2. Is responsible for the preparation of the annual Audited Financial Statements and ensures that any relevant changes in accounting standards are addressed.
   Manages the relationship with the external auditor, coordinating the preparation of the financial statements and notes and supporting working papers.
3. Establishes, upgrades, documents and administers financial accounting controls and processes including analysis and recommendations regarding the changes to generally accepted accounting principles and/or tax laws affecting the company.
4. Ensures effective and efficient financial reporting systems are in place to support decision making including management and regulatory reporting.
5. Develops and coordinates the budgeting process for League Savings and Mortgage.
   Collaborates with the Executive Leadership Team (ELT) and management to develop budget assumptions and prepares and evaluates scenarios.
6. Manages directly or indirectly the department staff.
   Coordinates and supervises the activities of direct reports.
   Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring and training employees; planning, assigning and directing work; providing ongoing coaching to reinforce positive behaviours and to address performance issues as they arise; conducting performance reviews; addressing complaints and resolving problems; and conducting staff meetings.
7. Participates in and provides input into the development of corporate strategies and the corporate business plans and facilitates the ELT review of Budgets and Business Plans.
8. Provides subject matter expertise and strategic perspective and leadership on cross functional business initiatives as required.
9. Participates in the development, implementation and maintenance of policies and procedures relating to financial management, budget, accounting and payroll.
   Ensures record systems are maintained in accordance with GAAP and regulatory requirements and ensures compliance.
10. Serves as a liaison between the company and regulatory authorities.
11. Other duties and projects as assigned.

Additional Information

About LSM

LSM is Atlantic Canada's credit union owned financial institution and has partnered with credit unions to provide a wide range of competitive financial products and services to support Credit Union success since 1966.

We are proud to be a Certified B CorporationTM joining a global movement of people using business as a force for good.
We are committed to making business decisions that are in the best interests of our employees, credit unions and their members.

Curious about what else we do? Check out our website or LinkedIn page.

We are committed to providing a work environment that fosters inclusion, value and respect and reflects the diversity of the communities in which we live and serve.
We encourage and welcome applications from traditionally underrepresented and equity-seeking groups.
All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration; however, priority will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents.
Should you require any accommodation during the recruitment process or otherwise, please notify us and we will work to meet your accessibility needs.