Vice President, Finance

At Irving Personal Care, we recognize that the key to our success is our people.  Irving Personal Care is the only manufacturer of baby diapers and training pants in Canada.  Our Moncton plant uses state-of-the-art equipment and technology to produce premium quality private label products for major North American retailers.  We pride ourselves in our commitment to providing the best quality products and exceptional service to our consumers and customers.  We are also part of a larger organization that acts responsibly when it comes to sustainable practices that begins with a history rooted since 1957.  We have planted 1.1 billion trees since then, and have been recognized as a Carbon Neutral Forest Supply Chain.

As a key member of the Executive Management Team, the Vice President, Finance will report to the General Manager and will assume a strategic role in the overall management of the company. The VP, Finance will have primary day-to-day responsibility for planning, implementing, managing and controlling all financial-related activities of the company. This will include direct responsibility of accounting, finance, forecasting, strategic financial planning, manufacturing costing, pricing & deal analysis and oversee the information system management. This position will be based out of Moncton, New Brunswick (220 Harrisville Boulevard, E1H 3N5). This is a permanent, full-time position. The primary language of work is English.  

Are you an energetic individual with a Can-Do Attitude who is passionate about achieving results and driving improvement? At Irving Personal Care, our culture inspires creativity, nurtures talent, and creates an inclusive workplace. Our employees can thrive and grow their careers across our diverse operating divisions. 
 

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in relevant field 
• Professional accounting designation (CPA)
• 10-15 years in progressively responsible financial leadership roles, preferably in manufacturing and/or consumer goods company
• Demonstrated leadership skills
• Strategic and analytical thinking
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
• Attention to detail
• Strong business acumen

Key Responsibilities:

• Drive employee experience and engagement initiatives that foster a culture of inclusion and belonging
• Lead finance team members and engage with corporate finance teams to meet all requirements of reporting, forecasting, costing and customer pricing & profitability 
• Provide guidance in establishing pricing strategy and enhance pricing control & reporting
• Ensure effective internal controls are in place and ensure compliance with GAAP and applicable tax & law regulations.
• Work effectively with senior management team to develop and execute strategic business plans, including analysis and identification of opportunities and performance improvement
• Attract and retain team members, while establishing a trusting and high-performance environment
• Learn the business and be able to speak with credibility to all levels within the organization, including the Owner

What We Offer:

Irving Personal Care is proud to offer a competitive salary and benefits package, including but not limited to: 

• A flexible medical, dental, and vision plan 
• Employee & family assistance programs 
• RRSP matching program 
• Health & wellness reimbursements 
• Product purchase program 
• Opportunities to take part in job related training and development 
• Growth and progression opportunities within Irving Personal Care and the larger network of the J.D. Irving group of companies 
• Relocation costs (if applicable) 

To Apply for this Career Opportunity 
Concerned you don’t meet every requirement? Research has shown that many people only apply to jobs when they feel they meet 100% of the hiring criteria. At Irving Personal Care, we are focused on creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels welcome, appreciated and encouraged to contribute fully. If you are interested in this position but are concerned you may not fit the requirements perfectly, we would encourage you to still apply. You might be exactly who we’re looking for with this role or others we have available!

Please apply online through MyHR.

For further details, please contact Recruitment at icprecruitment@irvingconsumerproducts.com  

We appreciate your interest in our company! Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.  

To learn more about our products and services, click here.  

Irving Personal Care is committed to the principle of equal opportunity in its employment practices and to providing an environment free from discrimination and harassment for all employees. 

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