Bilingual Area Finance and Administration Manager

**Job Title:** Bilingual Area Finance and Administration Manager **Location:** Ottawa, Ontario **Reports To:** Area Vice President **Department:** Finance **ROLE SUMMARY** ================ The Bilingual Area Finance and Administration Manager plays a key role in supporting Securitas’ mission and values by providing managers with financial analysis, report preparation, and day-to-day administrative support. In this role, you will: **KEY RESPONSIBILITIES** **Financial Support & Reporting** * Analyze financial statements and produce weekly and monthly reports. * Submit required adjustments and ensure the accuracy of financial records. * Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable; perform account reconciliations. * Support District Managers with financial analysis, budgeting, collections, forecasting, and equipment management. * Review general ledger entries for accuracy. * Research and validate expenses (equipment, supplies, vehicles). * Document and investigate billing issues. * Prepare monthly union remittances and required supporting reports. **Area Office Administration** * Coordinate administrative processes, including insurance renewals, business licenses, office/equipment leases, and branch administrative records. * Serve as the primary contact for administrative staff across Canada and U.S. operations centers. **Payroll & HR Support** * Prepare Records of Employment (ROEs) for Service Canada. * Track and reconcile leave entitlements (vacation, statutory holidays, sick days, family leave, WSIB/CNESST‑related absences) according to legislation, CBAs, and company policy. * Ensure payroll compliance during onboarding, changes, and offboarding. * Respond to employee payroll inquiries confidentially and provide guidance on provincial entitlements. * Maintain payroll records and submit payroll‑related invoices (incl. union remittances). **Communication & Internal Support** * Maintain regular communication with internal clients. * Assist with presentation preparation. * Conduct research in response to internal and external inquiries. **Training & Support** * Train and support new personnel on financial systems. * Provide administrative or financial data to the National Office as required. **REQUIRED SKILLS** * Progressive experience in financial operational support. * Excellent communication skills (oral and written) and strong interpersonal abilities. * Strong organizational and prioritization abilities. * Proven ability to work both independently and as part of a team. * Ability to adapt to organizational and environmental changes. * Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Oracle (full training provided). * Ability to work on‑site/hybrid. * Duties may vary depending on business needs. **QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE** * Bilingualism in French and English required. * College/University diploma in a finance‑related discipline. * Minimum 3–5 years' experience in finance or administration (security industry preferred). * Must