Finance Manager (Canada, Geely Auto)

Role Overview

We are seeking a strategic and results-driven Senior Finance Manager to provide financial leadership and commercial partnership for our Canadian operations. This role is critical in steering the financial health of the business, managing risk, and driving profitability. The successful candidate will move beyond execution to own the financial strategy, lead complex analyses, and serve as a key advisor to senior leadership on all financial matters impacting our dealer network and overall business performance in Canada.

Key Responsibilities

1. Strategic Financial Leadership & Business Partnering

• Act as the primary finance partner to the Country Manager and senior sales leadership, providing data-driven insights to shape business strategy and maximize profitability.
• Lead the financial evaluation and modeling for all major business initiatives, including market expansion, new product launches, and pricing strategies.
• Conduct in-depth analysis of vehicle sales profitability, market trends, and operational performance to identify opportunities for growth and margin improvement.

2. Dealer Portfolio Management & Risk Oversight

• Develop and implement a robust risk assessment framework for the entire Canadian dealer network, evaluating financial health, operational compliance, and creditworthiness.
• Oversee all dealer financing arrangements, ensuring optimal terms, monitoring covenant compliance, and proactively managing credit exposure and repayment performance.
• Establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) for dealers (gross margin, inventory days supply, working capital efficiency) to drive operational excellence.
• Lead negotiations and review complex dealer agreements and contracts from a financial perspective.

3. Financial Planning, Analysis & Reporting (FP&A)

• Own the annual budgeting, quarterly forecasting, and long-range planning processes for the Canadian entity.
• Analyze and report on budget-to-actual variances, providing senior management with clear explanations and actionable recommendations for financial optimization.
• Prepare and present comprehensive financial reports, including monthly/quarterly business reviews, to executive leadership.

4. Cash Flow & Treasury Management

• Manage the company's cash flow forecasting and working capital requirements for the Canadian market.
• Oversee corporate banking relationships, credit facilities, and treasury operations to ensure liquidity and financial stability.
• Supervise and validate key cash flow processes, including payments, corporate card programs, and account reconciliations.

5. Compliance, Controls & Process Improvement

• Ensure full compliance with Canadian GAAP, tax regulations (GST/HST, PST, Corporate Income Tax), and statutory reporting requirements.
• Collaborate with internal and external auditors and tax advisors to ensure a strong control environment and timely filings.
• Champion process improvement initiatives, leveraging technology (e.g., SAP, advanced Excel, Power BI) to enhance the efficiency and accuracy of financial operations.

Qualifications & Requirements

• CPA designation (Canada) is mandatory.
• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field; Master’s degree (MBA, MSc) is a strong asset.
• 7+ years of progressive experience in finance, with at least 3-5 years in a senior commercial finance or FP&A leadership role.
• Proven experience in the automotive industry is highly preferred ; experience with a dealer network, OEM, or automotive finance company is ideal.
• Expert-level proficiency in financial modeling, data analysis, and ERP systems (SAP highly desirable).
• Advanced mastery of Microsoft Excel and experience with data visualization tools (Power BI, Tableau).
• Exceptional business acumen, strategic thinking, and problem-solving skills with a proven ability to influence senior-level decision-making.
• Strong leadership presence with excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Fluency in English is required; proficiency in French is a significant asset for the Canadian market.