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Who We Are

Cymax Group Technologies is a leading eCommerce technology and logistics services platform for furniture vendors and retailers. Our products include Freight Club, the all-in-one shipping platform, and Channel Gate, the AI-powered multichannel platform. At the end of the day, everything that we do is to create a better eCommerce and logistics experience for our partners. www.cymaxgroup.com .

The Role

Our mission at Cymax Group is to break down all barriers to make multi-channel commerce easy. The purpose of this role is to lead the day-to-day operations of the Finance team. As the VP, Accounting and Reporting, you will work closely with the Finance and Executive Management teams to ensure the smooth operations of the Finance Team in accordance to International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS). In addition, you will drive the team in adopting best practices and be responsible for all financial policies and procedures. The VP, Accounting and Reporting will play a key role within the Finance team leading day-to-day operations.

Who You Are

• Solid understanding and application of IFRS
• CPA or equivalent designation
• Experience with finance transformation is a plus
• Minimum 8+ years of progressively responsible experience in finance and accounting, including 3+ years management experience
• Strong experience in full cycle accounting, including tax and audit
• Ability to work collaboratively across the organization where adaptability is key
• Self-motivated, ability to prioritize and multi-task in a dynamic environment
• Experience within eCommerce, marketplace or logistics industries an asset
• Direct formal people management experience, with the ability to lead by example and effectively mentor, motivate and coach a team.

What You’ll Do

Financial Reporting:

• Manage and comply with local, state/provincial, and federal government reporting requirements and tax filings across all jurisdictions in which Cymax Group operates
• Coordinate the preparation of regulatory reporting with Cymax’s auditors and tax specialists
• Manage the consolidation of all financials for accurate reporting across all business lines
• Prepare and publish timely monthly financial statements in accordance to IFRS as well as management reporting packages
• Oversee the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes, including review of reconciliations, working papers and journal entries

Controls and Regulatory Compliance:

• Develop and monitor business performance metrics
• Develop and enforce a system of internal controls over all accounting transactions
• Research technical accounting issues for compliance
• Develop and document business processes and accounting policies to maintain and strengthen internal Controls
• Ensure all accounting activities and internal audits comply with financial regulations, including IFRS

People & Technology:

• Evaluate effectiveness of accounting and other supporting systems to ensure accurate and efficient reporting
• Understand systems and processes to redefine business logic and definitions where necessary
• Payroll is part of the People & Culture function but will work closely with the Finance team
• Supervise a team of accountants and specialists and provide training and professional development support to junior accountants
• Play a pivotal role in the selection and implementation of our new ERP software to go live in early 2025
• Manage cohesiveness of all accounting operation teams - including Billing, AR, AP, Tax, GL and Counsel, Cost Accounting, Inventory Accounting and Revenue Recognition

Financial Operations:

• Oversight of the team managing the company’s transactional activities like A/R, A/P and expense management
• Vendor and Customer Relationship Management: Maintaining positive relationships and addressing inquiries
• Cash Flow Monitoring: Tracking and reconciling cash inflows and outflows; monitoring cash burn and runway

Responsibilities described may change over time and additional responsibilities may be added or modified over the course of employment to meet the needs of the business.

What We Are About

If you’re on the Cymax Group team, it’s because you have the power to make a change and we are here to support you so that you can do so. We’re committed to an equitable employee experience, opportunity, pay and support for every employee. We value inclusion, regardless of gender identity or expression, race, ethnicity, family or marital status, religion, socio-economic status, veteran status, national origin, age, sexual orientation, education, or ability.

Culture at Cymax Group

We consistently strive to create a workforce that represents the communities we serve and are committed to creating an environment where everyone can bring their full selves to work. As a company, we value new perspectives to drive innovation and connection, and that means valuing diversity. Our inclusive team is filled with teammates from all around the world, working asynchronously across different time zones. We champion the people in our communities working to effect change and think big.

Benefits

We offer supports for our team members and their families including an employee assistance program, 100% paid health and dental benefits in Canada, easy access to online and phone-based counselling services, and a remote-flexible work environment.