Vice-President, Finance

JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Title: Vice-President
Department: Finance
Location: Montréal, Québec

Altium Wealth Architecture is an independent firm that provides clients with wealth management, investment management and a proprietary operating platform. Altium is a multi-family office that serves high-net-worth clients across Quebec and Canada. Its clientele is made up of entrepreneurs, executives and members of their families. Altium’s mission is to care for our customers and protect their wealth for generations to come. It is not affiliated with any bank, financial institution or financial product. This strengthens its ability to operate with independence, conviction and impartiality.

POSITION SUMMARY

As a key member of the senior team and a strategic partner, the Vice-President, Finance, will play a crucial role in defining and executing the company’s business strategy. They will collaborate with management, providing financial expertise and insights to drive sustainable and profitable growth. Their responsibilities encompass all strategic, financial and accounting aspects of the company.

As a member of the Management Committee, the incumbent will influence all decisions relating to the company’s financial health and its ongoing development. The individual will ensure the standardization and optimization of financial practices, implementing the necessary mechanisms to maximize the company’s financial performance.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Financial Management:

  • Financial planning and analysis;
  • Cash flow management;
  • Financial reporting;
  • Oversight of billing processes;
  • Management of banking relationships;
  • Financing and fundraising initiatives;
  • Capital structure optimization;
  • Tax planning and optimization.

Accounting:

  • Supervision of financial statement preparation;
  • Management of bookkeeping;
  • Coordination of external audits.

Strategic Planning and Performance Monitoring:

  • Development and maintenance of the annual strategic plan;
  • Implementation and monitoring of financial and operational performance indicators;
  • Contribution to the management and improvement of the company’s operations in a context of growth and expansion;
  • Occupy a key role within the Management Committee.

QUALIFICATIONS

  • CPA accounting designation and/or CFA;
  • MBA (considered an asset);
  • More than fifteen (15) years of experience in financial management;
  • Experience in a high-growth environment (considered an asset);
  • Experience developing and implementing financial and operational strategies in a growth context;
  • Excellent knowledge of financial analysis and forecasting methods;
  • Advanced experience in financial modeling;
  • Successful experience in financing and fundraising;
  • Knowledge of corporate taxation;
  • Proficiency in computer systems;
  • Bilingualism (French and English).

SKILLS

  • Strong financial, strategic, and interpersonal skills;
  • Ability to anticipate the company’s evolution, needs, and risks;
  • Ability to guide leaders in their decision-making;
  • Comprehensive understanding of the operational workings of a company;
  • Analytical mind and critical thinking;
  • High level of autonomy, responsibility, and accountability;
  • Action-oriented, results-driven, and solutions-focused;
  • Adaptability and stress management skills;
  • Entrepreneurial spirit;
  • Structured thinking and pragmatism;
  • Strong sense of ethics and confidentiality.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

To confirm your interest in the position of Vice-President, Finance at Altium Wealth Architecture Inc., please submit your application by email, in strict confidence, to Christine Lalonde, Director, Executive Recruitment and Consulting Services at [email protected].

The application deadline is Friday, August 2nd, 2024. Only successful applicants will be contacted.

Please be assured that all your personal information will be kept strictly confidential.

Altium Wealth Architecture Inc. is an equal-opportunity employer.