Job description
Hi, we are ecobee.
ecobee introduced the world’s first smart Wi-Fi thermostat to help millions of consumers save money, conserve energy, and bring home automation into their lives. That was just the beginning. We continue our pursuit to create technology that brings peace of mind into the home and allows people to focus on the moments that matter most. We take pride in making a meaningful difference to the environment, all while being part of the exciting, connected home revolution.
In 2021, ecobee became a subsidiary of Generac Power Systems. Generac introduced the first affordable backup generator and later created the category of automatic home standby generator. The company is committed to sustainable, cleaner energy products poised to revolutionize the 21st century electrical grid. Together, we take pride in making a meaningful difference to the environment.
Why we love to do what we do:
We’re helping build the world of tomorrow with solutions that improve everyday life while making a positive impact on the planet. Our products and services work in harmony to provide comfort, efficiency, and peace of mind for millions of homes and businesses. While we’re proud of what we’ve done so far, there’s still a lot we can do—and you can be part of it.
Join our extraordinary team.
We’re a rapidly growing global tech company headquartered in Canada, in the heart of downtown Toronto, with a satellite office in Leeds, UK (and remote ecopeeps in the US). We get to work with some of North America and UK’s leading professionals. Our colleagues are proud to bring their authentic selves to work, confident that what we do is grounded in a greater purpose. We’re always looking for curious, talented, and passionate people to join our team.
Director of Finance (Contract – 12 months )
We are seeking an experienced and hands-on Director of Finance (Contract) to join our Finance team. Reporting directly to the VP Finance, this is a highly visible position responsible for overseeing a team driving the financial reporting and accounting operations. The role will play a critical leadership position, ensuring accurate and timely reporting to both our parent company (Generac Power Systems, an NYSE-listed S&P 500 organization) and internal management stakeholders.
The successful candidate will be responsible for financial reporting, financial analysis, and accounting operations, including revenue, accounts receivable, accounts payable, and treasury functions, across the business. In addition to ensuring compliance and driving operational efficiency, the Director of Finance is expected to provide mentorship and coaching, thought leadership, accounting policy recommendations, and proactively drive process and control improvements throughout the organization.
Responsibilities :
- Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing accounting team of 13, including 3 direct reports, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement.
- Oversee the completion of day-to-day processing of transactions and updating accounting records, monitoring bank accounts, reviewing monthly reconciliations and accruals, reviewing and approving payment runs and expense reports, and overseeing accounts receivable and payable functions.
- Ensure the integrity, accuracy, and timeliness of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting to both the parent company and internal stakeholders.
- Oversee treasury and working capital management, including weekly cash flow forecasts and reporting.
- Assist with the review of the company’s internal MD&A, including summary financial information, trend and variance analysis, and key performance indicators (KPIs).
- Evaluate and enhance internal processes and procedures, offering guidance on improving efficiency and strengthening controls.
- Support business units and senior leadership by providing financial analysis with insightful input to drive sound financial and operating decision-making.
- Oversee and manage the accounting system to maximize utilization and lead process improvement initiatives, including facilitating the implementation and training of new software tools for advanced automation and functionality.
- Review complex accounting issues through technical and industry research and provide recommendations.
- Coordinate annual audit processes with external and internal auditors.
- Engage with parent company accounting and finance team on various matters, including month-end close requirements and analytics review.
Our Requirements :
- University degree with CPA designation or equivalent
- 10+ years of progressive experience in accounting/finance, ideally in the manufacturing or technology industry
- High integrity and professional duty of care
- Strong technical accounting skills and understanding of US GAAP and/or IFRS required.
- Experience with large-scale ERP systems – NetSuite experience is a strong asset.
- Experience in ERP system implementation, integration and/or ongoing system management.
- Experience operating in a multi-jurisdictional and multi-currency environment.
- Experience with financial planning and reporting platforms – Adaptive Planning experience is a strong asset.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build consensus, maintain strong working relationships, and influence across all levels.
- Well-organized, thrives in a fast-paced and high-volume environment, and demonstrates adaptability to change.
- Leads with empathy and mentorship-oriented mindset
- A commitment to delivering outstanding internal service and a passion for continuous improvement and professional development.
With ecobee, you’ll have the opportunity to:
- Be part of something big: Get to work in a fresh, dynamic, and ever-growing industry.
- Make a difference for the environment: Make a sustainable impact while on your daily job, and after it through programs like ecobee acts.
- Expand your career: Learn with our in-house learning enablement team, and enjoy our generous professional learning budget.
- Put people first: Benefit from competitive salaries, health benefits, and a progressive Parental Top-Up Program (75% top-up or five bonus days off).
- Play a part on an exceptional culture: Enjoy a fun and casual workplace with an open concept office, located at Queens Quay W & York St. ecobee Leeds is based at our riverside office on the Calls.
- Celebrate diversity: Be part of a truly welcoming workplace. We offer a mentorship program and bias training.
Are you interested? Let’s make it work.
Our people are empowered to take ownership of their schedules with workflows that allow for flexible hours. Based on your job, you have an option of a office-based, fully remote, or hybrid work environment. New team members working remotely, will have all necessary equipment provided and shipped to them, and we conduct our interviews and onboarding sessions primarily through video.
We’re committed to inclusion and accommodation.
ecobee believes that openness and diversity make us better. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds to apply regardless of race, gender, age, religion, identity, or any other aspect which makes them unique. Accommodations can be made upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. Our recruitment team is happy to answer any questions candidates may have about virtual interviewing, onboarding, and future work locations.
We’re up to incredible things. Come and be part of them.
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