Director of Finance and Administration – Fredericton

RPC is a research and technology organization (RTO), with the core mission to harness science and technology in the service of innovation, and to build

economic competitiveness. In business since 1962, we serve over 1000 clients annually from our locations in Fredericton, Moncton, and St. George, New

Brunswick.

This is an exciting time at RPC evidenced by 50% growth between 2017 and 2020. This period of strong and sustained growth is driving several exciting

projects over the next 3 to 5 years. As we move into the pandemic recovery period and beyond, we require a strong fiscal leader with stellar team

leadership and change management skills. This is your opportunity to be part of a vibrant and growing innovation leader.

Based in Fredericton, RPC’s new Director of Finance and Administration will report to the CEO and work closely with the senior leadership team. The

Director of Finance and Administration will be a key role as we move into recovery and once again embrace growth in our lines of business. Your focus on

continuous improvement will help to ensure RPC has the structure, the processes and the means to achieve our overall business strategy.

In this role you will have oversight responsibility for internal and external financial reporting, planning and controls, budgeting, risk and performance

management, contracts and capital management, and tax planning. With strong teams in place to manage accounting, purchasing and administrative duties,

your focus will be to provide strategic leadership, business analysis and critical thinking in partnership with the senior leadership team. These skills will be

crucial as RPC transitions through recovery back into growth phase.

QUALIFICATIONS

As the ideal candidate you are experienced in leading people, developing culture, and process within the finance realm. You have a successful track record

and expertise in identifying and driving value in an organization, as well as a reputation for being a trusted business advisor who is a savvy leader and who

fosters organizational improvement leading to excellent results.

You have a strong interest in overall business operations and you are a big-picture thinker who is adept at contributing at a strategic level. You are astute

and confident with ego in check. Others view you as highly engaging and an excellent team player. Strong detail orientation, excellent analytical, problem

solving, and decision-making skills are hallmarks of your leadership style. Most critical will be the ability to integrate seamlessly into the current senior

leadership team bringing financial expertise to an already high functioning team.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Key member of leadership team, developing and executing strategic initiatives and business plans
• Accountability for financial results to Board of Directors and other key stakeholders; banks, governmental contacts such as the Auditor General’s office

and Comptroller, external auditors and funding agencies

• Lead/support funding initiatives
• Conducting short and long term financial planning and forecasting in support of RPC’s annual plan
• Developing/maintaining intergovernmental relationships and partnerships
• Reviewing existing corporate systems and processes with a view to improved productivity and effectiveness
• Participate and support in key initiatives such as facility modernization and IT upgrades
• Support and oversight of accounting group and processes, including A/R, A/P, purchasing, cash flow planning, etc.

REQUIREMENTS

• CPA designation
• Experience in a similar role
• Superior analytical and problem-solving capabilities
• A strong strategic and business mindset
• Excellent organizational and leadership skills
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal abilities
• Prior experience with Business Central would be an asset

Salary for this position will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. RPC offers a generous compensation package including pension plan,

employee assistance program, top up for Maternity Leave, Pro-Rated Salary Leave, Wellness rebate program and much more.

APPLY

Please email a covering letter and résumé quoting reference #DFA0621 to [email protected] on or before June 18, 2021.

Review of applications will begin as soon as possible and will proceed until a suitable candidate is identified. We thank you

for your response, however, only those applicants chosen for an interview will be contacted.

RPC is committed to the principles of employment equity and diversity.