Financial Manager Salary in Ottawa, Ontario

Financial Manager job description

Job Title: Financial Manager

Overview/Summary of the Role:

The Financial Manager is responsible for managing the financial operations of an organization in order to achieve financial goals and objectives. They analyze financial data, prepare financial reports, manage budgeting and forecasting, and make strategic financial decisions. The Financial Manager ensures that an organization's financial resources are utilized efficiently and effectively.

Responsibilities and Duties:

• Develop and implement financial policies and procedures

• Manage financial forecasting, budgeting, and reporting

• Conduct financial analysis and provide recommendations to senior management

• Determine strategies to minimize financial risks

Financial Manager interview questions

Interviewer: Good morning, can you tell us a little bit about your educational background and previous work experience that makes you the ideal candidate for this position?

Candidate: Good morning, I have a Bachelor’s degree in Finance and I’ve worked as an accountant for ABC company for the last five years. In that capacity, I gained a lot of experience in managing budgets, creating financial reports, and managing cash flows.

Interviewer: How do you handle a situation where a company loses money in one quarter?

Candidate: I would work with senior management to review the financial reports for that quarter and identify the reasons for the loss. Then, we would create a plan to improve the financial performance and ensure that the company will regain profitability in the following quarters.

Interviewer: What do you think is the most important factor when creating financial budgets for a company?

Candidate: In my opinion, the most important factor is to ensure that the budget is realistic and achievable. The budget should also align with the company’s strategic goals and objectives.