Job Summary:
As the Finance Manager, you’ll be a strategic leader and trusted advisor, shaping the financial future of equivant SCP in partnership with the General Manager. As a member of the executive team, you’ll work closely with the leadership team, influencing decisions that drive growth and profitability. This is a high-impact role for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is passionate about building scalable financial operations. As equivant SCP is part of a larger group of justice industry business units, the Finance Manager will also have oversight and involvement with the financial forecasts for two other business units.Job Description:
equivant Supervision Corrections & Pretrial – Finance Manager
About the Company
equivant Supervision Corrections & Pretrial (equivant SCP) exists to support our community supervision and corrections customers in assessing and managing justice-involved individuals through the software we provide, the people we employ, and the practices we enable. Our team works alongside our customers to not only improve their day-to-day operations, but to also have a hand in strengthening and advancing the justice system. We know that our industry is composed of both small, impactful details as well as larger, broadly principled policies and evidence-based practices that come together to improve outcomes, improve public safety and help rehabilitate citizens to be productive members of their communities across the United States. We have customers – state agencies, county probation, county pretrial and county jails – across the US, many of them having been with us for 10 to 20+ years.
About the Role
As the Finance Manager, you’ll be a strategic leader and trusted advisor, shaping the financial future of equivant SCP in partnership with the General Manager. As a member of the executive team, you’ll work closely with the leadership team, influencing decisions that drive growth and profitability. This is a high-impact role for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is passionate about building scalable financial operations. As equivant SCP is part of a larger group of justice industry business units, the Finance Manager will also have oversight and involvement with the financial forecasts for two other business units.
What You’ll Do
Lead all financial activities, including month-end reports, planning, budgeting, reporting, and compliance – for equivant SCP
Partner with senior leaders to develop and execute financial strategies aligned with business goals.
Drive process improvements and champion new technologies to modernize financial operations.
Present financial insights and recommendations to executive leadership, helping shape company strategy.
Occasional travel (2-3x per year) to company events and portfolio summits.
Key Responsibilities
Participate and oversee full-cycle accounting, ensuring accuracy and timely monthly and quarterly consolidated financial reporting under IFRS.
Lead budgeting and forecasting, collaborating with department heads to set ambitious yet achievable targets.
Lead quarterly and annual forecasting across the Justice Group working with the Group Leader and GMs to drive growth and financial efficiency.
Deliver clear, actionable financial reports and analysis to support decision-making.
Ensure compliance with IFRS and all relevant regulations.
Identify and mitigate financial risks, implementing robust internal controls.
Monitor KPIs and leverage data to uncover opportunities for growth and efficiency.
Drive business and process transformation, streamlining workflows and supporting data-driven decisions.
Provide financial leadership and support to M&A activities at the Portfolio level, as required.
Other responsibilities as assigned by the General Manager.
What We’re Looking For
Bachelor’s degree in accounting, or related field (professional designation such as ACCA, CPA).
6+ years of progressive accounting experience (3+ years in a leadership role ideal).
Strong knowledge of IFRS (especially IFRS 15 and 16).
Advanced proficiency in accounting software and Excel.
Exceptional analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
Experience in technology-driven businesses or SaaS is a plus.
Experience with financial systems implementation and process improvement; familiarity with BPC, GP, NetSuite, or similar systems an asset.
Analytical, strategic thinker focused on actionable outcomes and process improvement.
Driven self-starter who thrives in ambiguous, entrepreneurial environments
Professional Competencies
Proactive, innovative, and solutions oriented.
Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
Strong communicator—able to present complex ideas clearly and concisely.
Highly organized, with a focus on key priorities and results.
Analytical thinker with attention to detail and a big-picture perspective.
Collaborative team builder, skilled at fostering relationships across the organization.
Excited to grow your career?
We value our talented employees, and whenever possible strive to help one of our associates grow professionally before recruiting new talent to our open positions. If you think the open position is right for you, we encourage you to apply!
Our people make all the difference in our success.
Worker Type:
RegularNumber of Openings Available:
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