Manager, Finance & IT Systems
Job Description
Our client is an Alberta-based upstream oilfield services organization providing critical field-based services to exploration and production operators. They are now seeking a hands-on Manager, Finance & IT Systems to lead day-to-day financial operations while owning the company’s financial and operational technology ecosystem.
This is an execution-focused leadership role responsible for accurate financial reporting, disciplined job costing, timely billing, and reliable IT systems that support field crews and office operations.
Responsibilities:
Lead monthly and year-end close processes in QuickBooks Online, ensuring accurate financial statements, KPI reporting, and variance analysis.
Maintain full integrity of the general ledger, AR/AP, payroll integration, fixed assets, and CRA/GST compliance.
Oversee job costing and margin management in Aimsio, ensuring accurate capture of labour, equipment, materials, and subcontractor costs.
Monitor performance by job, crew, and service line; investigate variances and support pricing, cost recovery, and efficiency initiatives.
Manage upstream billing structures and oversee invoicing, AR collections, and cash flow performance.
Coordinate annual budgets, rolling forecasts, working capital management, and capital expenditure planning, including fleet ROI analysis.
Own and optimize financial and operational systems (QBO, Aimsio, DEXT, ApprovalMax), including integrations, configurations, and reporting enhancements.
Ensure strong internal controls, approval workflows, audit readiness, and disciplined expense management.
Oversee IT operations in partnership with managed service providers, ensuring system reliability, cybersecurity, and business continuity.
Lead finance and administrative staff while partnering cross-functionally with operations to provide actionable financial insight.
Requirements
CPA designation (or significant progress toward CPA).
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business.
5–10 years of progressive finance/accounting experience.
Direct experience in upstream oilfield services, industrial services, or rental-based operations.
Software knowledge and experience with Aimsio, QuickBooks Online (QBO), DEXT, ApprovalMax or similar system software experience.
Strong understanding of job costing, utilization-driven revenue models, and service billing structures.
Background in equipment-heavy or fleet-based operations is a strong asset.
Prior leadership experience is a strong asset.
Exposure to BI tools or advanced reporting environments is a strong asset.
Please submit all resumes to Allison Caldwell at Caldwell@catchrecruitment.com