The world isn’t standing still, and neither is ATS Life Sciences - We don’t follow the trends. We set them!

Are you interested in being part of a team that makes a difference? Join our growing ATS Life Sciences Systems team, a division of ATS Corporation, a publicly traded global enterprise with a proud history. We are helping advance the future with our factory-wide automation solutions. Within Life Sciences Systems, what we do matters – we custom design, build and service critical automated solutions for medical device and pharmaceutical companies. We are dedicated to assisting our customers in improving the quality of life for people around the world. When there is no room for error, and product failure is not an option, leading life sciences companies trust us to resolve their production challenges.

VP, Finance

Segment: Life Science Systems
Reports To: President Life Science Systems
Location: Cambridge, ON preferred – with International Travel Required

JOB DESCRIPTION

MAJOR DUTIES:

Senior financial executive with experience in strategic and financial planning & reporting, project management accounting, operations and business development in global organizations. Responsible for organizing, directing and controlling the division’s financial and accounting activities, including the development and implementation of appropriate plans, policies, and procedures for financial controls, reporting, and information systems and associated metrics.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Participate in the development of strategic business plans and objectives and, as a member of the senior executive team, share responsibility for general management of the company.
• Manage the group’s finance, controlling and accounting leaders.
• Direct all finance functions including operational accounting and budgeting, financial reporting, controlling and project controlling, tax planning and compliance, policy and internal control development.
• Strategic financial partner with operations executive actively involved in acquisitions, contract negotiations, financing and due diligence.
• Responsible for monitoring, tracking and reporting key performance indicators such as EBIT, Cash, RONA.
• Responsible for monthly division metrics and Corporate reporting of same.
• Lead the responsible financial management, administration and control of the division. Create and maintain rigorous financial and operational controls.
• Direct and coordinate the company’s financial affairs according to financial principles and government regulations.
• Direct and prepare financial analyses of operations for guidance of management, ensuring managers are provided with feedback about costs, process efficiencies and overall departmental performances; analyzing cash flow, cost controls, and expenses to guide business leaders along with analyzing financial statements to pinpoint potential weak areas.
• Direct the preparation of reports which outline the company’s financial position in areas of income, expenses and earnings based on past, present and future operations.
• Develop and oversee the implementation of financial, accounting, information systems, policies and procedures to obtain optimum efficiency and reduced costs.
• Direct preparation of directives to division or department administrator outlining policy, program or operating changes to be implemented.
• Direct receipt, disbursement, and expenditures of money or capital assets.
• Approve and sign documents effecting monetary transactions.
• Direct preparation of budgets and financial forecasts.
• Analyze division or department budget requests to identify areas in which reductions can be made, and allocate operating budget.
• Leadership of the team and the finance team structure to meet the short and long term objectives established for the group.
• Oversee the effective management of relationships with the regulators, consultants, external auditors and the financial community.
• Negotiate and sign multi-year contracts and commitments such as leases, insurance and supplier agreements.
• Ensure that all business activities are performed with the highest ethical standards and in compliance with the ATS Code of Business Conduct.
• Adhere to all health and safety rules and procedures.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

• A post-secondary diploma or degree specializing in accounting, finance or equivalent. A professional financial designation such as CA, CMA or CGA is required.

Experience:

• A minimum of 8-10 years senior financial and controlling experience in a manufacturing, financial, controlling and cost accounting environment.
• Expert in project costing systems with hands-on experience in designing and managing new business systems. Diversified academic foundation and experience base which allows for viewing the big picture while understanding the operational and implementation challenges and opportunities. Experience base may include; Mergers, Acquisitions and Divestitures, Financial Reporting, Treasury and Regulatory Compliance, Project and Contracts Management, Supply Chain and Business Processes, Information Technology, Change Management, and Lean Manufacturing.
• Proven business partner and trusted advisor to the senior leadership team.
• Visionary leader with proven ability to develop high performance teams.
• Exceptional communication and strong analytical skills are required.
• Ability to effectively manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines and commit to accuracy and attention to detail required.

If you're excited about this role, but do not meet all the qualifications listed above, you are still encouraged to apply.

Why YOU should join our ATS Life Sciences Systems team:

We value our PEOPLE - The foundation of a great company is having the best team which is why we continuously work to develop, engage, empower and energize our people. The best people want to work with the best team - the best teams are diverse and inclusive teams.

What we do MATTERS - our Life Sciences projects contribute to improving the lives of people around the world! ATS has made a commitment to be carbon neutral by 2030!

INNOVATION and PROBLEM SOLVING is at our core - Our pursuit of continuous improvement in everything we do. Our focus is on building diverse teams, stimulating innovation by challenging conventional thinking, encouraging fresh ideas and promoting creative problem-solving.

We prioritize internal GROWTH & DEVELOPMENT - ATS offers endless opportunities for professional growth and development – with a tuition reimbursement program, individual development programs and a commitment to promoting from within - there is space for you to grow your career at ATS!

We offer COMPETITIVE Total Rewards - Competitive starting salaries, overtime pay eligibility, paid vacation, Employee Incentive Bonus program, comprehensive health and dental benefits including Lifestyle Spending Account, 4% RRSP matching program and optional Employee Share Purchase Program.

A place to BELONG: We celebrate our differences and ensure that all employees have equal opportunities for growth and development. We believe that diversity of thought, background, and experiences is essential for our success and innovation.

ATS is in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disability Act (AODA), 2005 and will, upon request, assist those who may require specific accommodations due to a personal disability. We would ask that those who require assistance to notify our offices as soon as possible if accommodation is necessary.