Senior Manager, Corporate Finance

CAAT Pension Plan • Toronto, Ontario, Canada • 13h ago

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Our mission is to provide secure, valuable, and sustainable workplace retirement solutions for Canadians. At CAAT, we live our values of integrity, impact, and teamwork every day.

The Senior Manager, Corporate Finance is integral to the success of the Finance team and to CAAT's guiding mission and growth strategy.

The Senior Manager, Corporate Finance will oversee financial reporting and accounting related to pension plans, corporate tax filing and compliance, and payroll operations. This role emphasizes reviewing pension-related financial reporting, ensuring robust internal controls over payroll processing, and maintaining compliance with tax filing requirements. The ideal candidate will be a hands-on professional with expertise in pension accounting, regulatory compliance, and payroll control management. They will also possess strong leadership skills to drive operational excellence and deliver measurable results.

We are looking for someone with:

Certified Professional Accounting (CPA) designation with eight (8) plus years of progressive experience in corporate finance, with a focus on pension accounting, financial reporting, and payroll.
Proven experience in tax compliance and managing internal controls.
Knowledge of payroll systems and operations; familiarity with Workday Payroll is an asset.

The successful candidate will demonstrate:

Strong technical expertise in pension accounting, including investment accounting, financial reporting, and internal controls.
Demonstrated ability to oversee and review payroll processes and ensure compliance.
Proficiency in accounting standards and regulations (e.g., IFRS, GAAP).
Exceptional analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex financial data.
Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
Proven ability to set priorities and deliver in a fast-paced environment.
Proficiency in accounting systems/tools (e.g., ERP platforms such as SAP S4 Hana Public Cloud) and MS Office.

Once here you will:

Oversee the preparation, review, and compliance of pension-related financial statements with IFRS, GAAP, and other relevant standards, ensuring accuracy and regulatory adherence.
Provide technical insights on complex pension accounting treatments, draft detailed accounting memos, and collaborate with actuaries and auditors for accurate valuation and disclosure.
Monitor and enhance internal controls, ensure compliance with financial regulations, and provide insights into pension financial performance to support strategic decision-making.
Oversee the preparation, review, and filing of corporate tax returns, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with evolving tax laws while coordinating with external advisors and auditors on complex tax matters and recommend and implement necessary corrective actions accordingly.
Develop and implement tax planning strategies to optimize the organization's tax position, recommend corrective actions, and ensure timely compliance filings to mitigate risks and avoid penalties.
Develop, review, and maintain payroll processes, ensuring accuracy, compliance with policies, and timely disbursements in line with statutory and company requirements.
Establish robust payroll controls to mitigate risks while collaborating with HR and IT to address system issues, enhance efficiencies, and improve the employee experience.
Manage, mentor, and develop a high-performing finance team, fostering a culture of accountability and collaboration.
Work closely with cross-functional teams to align financial goals with organizational objectives.
Lead initiatives to improve pension accounting, payroll operations, and tax compliance while driving efficiency in financial operations.
Contribute to system implementations, process optimization, financial analysis, and ad hoc projects under the guidance of the Director of Corporate Finance.

Step into CAAT - where your work is both rewarding and meaningful, growth is a constant, fun is the way we roll, and your impact is real! If you meet most of the criteria above, we would love to connect with you.

Our commitment to you as a CAATster:

We're about growing together and creating impact in a collaborative and caring environment!

Comprehensive \& Holistic Care: Your dedication deserves appreciation! At CAAT, we celebrate the complete you, prioritizing your well-being above all. Our all-encompassing employee programs are designed to cater to every aspect of your life and well-being, ensuring you feel cherished and valued. We provide a competitive Total Rewards program based around your physical, mental, and financial wellness. This includes, but is not limited to, your compensation, paid time off, health and dental benefits, wellness programs, wellness incentives, and (of course) a defined benefit pension plan.

Growth Opportunities: Embrace a vibrant, ever-evolving environment at CAAT, where growth is not just a goal, but our way of life! We're expanding and transforming constantly, which means endless opportunities for you to adapt, innovate, and learn. As we grow, so do you. Let's make a difference together!

A Culture of Collaboration and Fun: We're a team that works, grows, and celebrates together. At CAAT, you belong to a collaborative, inclusive, and lively environment that sparks creativity and fosters open communication.

Making a Difference, Together: We're on a mission to secure a better future for Canadians. Your meaningful contributions go beyond the workplace, touching lives and making a significant societal impact. Work that truly counts!

But don't just take our word for it! We've consistently been recognized as one of Canada's Most Admired Corporate Cultures , as one of Greater Toronto's Top Employers , and one of the Best Places to Work.

Learn more about us by visiting www.caatpension.ca/careers

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging:

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB) at CAAT means we respect and value the broadest range of experiences, geographies, gender, ethnicities, backgrounds, and perspectives as key elements of our culture. Our vision is to provide an environment where employees can bring their best, professional, authentic selves to work.

CAAT Pension Plan is an equal opportunity employer, and we will accommodate any needs under the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and the Ontario Human Rights Code. Hiring processes will be modified to remove barriers to accommodate those with disabilities, if requested. Should any applicant require accommodation through the application processes, please contact us at **@caatpension.ca or call Human Resources at 416-673-9000 for assistance.

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