Full-Time

VP – Strategy and Finance

Posted on 4/18/2024

Ensemble

Ensemble

51-200 employees

Travel product distribution and marketing for agencies


Mid, Senior, Expert

Toronto, ON, Canada

Required Skills
Communications
Financial analysis
Data Analysis
Excel/Numbers/Sheets
PowerPoint/Keynote/Slides
Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree in Business with a specialization in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or Strategy. MBA preferred.
  • 3-5+ years of progressive experience in strategy and business analysis with a proven track record of success.
  • 5+ years of consulting experience.
  • CPA designation as asset, with 8 to 10 years of experience in senior finance roles within a multi-stream business environment. Equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.
  • Advanced skills in Excel, PowerPoint, and Business Intelligence tools.
  • Hands-on experience with accounting software, preferably MS Dynamics Great Plains or MS Navision an asset.
  • Familiarity with ERP Systems implementation is advantageous.
  • Strong analytical skills with experience in financial modeling.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, technology-driven environment.
  • Passion for travel and adaptability to change.
  • Collaborative leadership style with a focus on building trust and resolving conflicts effectively.
Responsibilities
  • Conduct in-depth data analysis, both internal and external, to support strategic initiatives and facilitate informed decision-making.
  • Collaborate with operational and support departments to comprehend goals, key success drivers, information systems, and reporting processes.
  • Enhance the quality, timeliness, and reliability of financial analysis and performance metrics, including forecasting, budgeting, and resource allocation across all functional domains.
  • Drive process automation to enhance efficiency and quality.
  • Formulate long-term plans and strategies to foster company growth and success.
  • Oversee finance and accounting functions, encompassing annual budgeting, forecasting, business planning, reporting, capital planning, audits, and cost control.
  • Align strategic and business plans with financial planning and accounting processes.
  • Monitor financial performance against budgets, analyze variances, and provide insights for decision-making.
  • Develop comprehensive performance assessment and reporting mechanisms for the company.
  • Oversee the year-end audit process and recommend innovative practices aligned with company objectives.
  • Ensure optimal team performance and effective communication with internal and external stakeholders.
  • Establish robust reporting structures, including monthly reporting, annual forecasting/budgeting, project reporting, and key performance indicators (KPIs) for Ownership review.
  • Develop and enforce policies and procedures to ensure compliance with financial, procurement, security, and risk management standards and policies.

Ensemble Travel Group provides innovative consumer vacation products, integrated marketing programs, and intuitive technology platforms to independent travel agencies. The company leverages its global presence to offer preferential commissions and high volume sales to its members, enabling them to provide authentic travel experiences to their clients.

Company Stage

Acquired

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

New York, New York

Founded

1968

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

0%

1 year growth

7%

2 year growth

34%