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3 results for Communications Manager in Ottawa, ON

VP/Director of Finance
  • Ottawa, ON
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 180000.00 - 220000.00 CAD / Yearly
  • <p><strong>Vice President of Finance</strong></p><p><strong>Manufacturing Sector | Ottawa, ON | Hybrid</strong></p><p>Due to an internal promotion, our client in the manufacturing sector is seeking an accomplished <strong>Vice President of Finance</strong> to join its senior leadership team in Ottawa.</p><p>This is a high-impact leadership role for a <strong>CPA-designated finance executive</strong> with deep experience in <strong>manufacturing and defence</strong> environments. The Vice President of Finance will serve as a strategic business partner to the local <strong>General Manager</strong> and work closely with the <strong>Corporate CFO in the U.S.</strong> to help drive financial performance, operational discipline, and long-term growth.</p><p>The successful candidate will lead the financial direction of the Ottawa operation, combining strategic planning with hands-on oversight of financial reporting, forecasting, controls, and performance analysis. This leader will play a critical role in strengthening financial governance, supporting commercial and operational decision-making, and advancing initiatives that improve profitability, cash flow, and enterprise value.</p><p>Key Qualifications</p><ul><li>CPA designation required</li><li>10+ years of progressive finance leadership experience, ideally within manufacturing and defence</li><li>Strong expertise in standard costing, pricing, and business case analysis</li><li>Proven experience strengthening internal controls and financial governance</li><li>Background working in large, complex organizations</li><li>Demonstrated success as an effective people leader</li><li>University degree in accounting, finance, business, or a related discipline; MBA considered an asset</li></ul><p>Key Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Serve as a senior finance partner to the General Manager and leadership team, providing insight to inform strategy, planning, and decision-making</li><li>Lead the annual budget process, rolling forecasts, long-range planning, and regular financial performance reviews</li><li>Evaluate pricing strategies, customer proposals, contract changes, and capital investments with a focus on margin, risk, and cash flow</li><li>Oversee the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting for local and corporate stakeholders</li><li>Maintain strong accounting practices, internal controls, and compliance with audit and corporate governance requirements</li><li>Monitor cash flow, working capital, receivables, payables, and treasury-related activities in partnership with corporate finance</li><li>Partner cross-functionally with operations, supply chain, engineering, sales, and program management to improve cost performance and operational efficiency</li><li>Develop scenario models and decision-support analysis for strategic and commercial initiatives</li><li>Lead, mentor, and develop the finance team while supporting broader transformation and process improvement initiatives</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2026-07-17T13:04:25Z
Employee Relations Manager
  • Ottawa, ON
  • onsite
  • Temporary
  • 42.00 - 49.00 CAD / Hourly
  • <p>Robert Half Management Resources is searching for an <strong>Employee Relations Manager</strong> to support a busy organization in <strong>Ottawa, Ontario through a Long-term Contract opportunity</strong>. This role is suited to someone who is detail oriented and can confidently navigate complex employee matters, build productive relationships in a unionized setting, and provide practical guidance in a fast-moving workplace. The successful candidate will help strengthen workplace practices, support HR administration, and contribute to consistent policy application and staff training.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><p>• Provide day-to-day guidance on employee relations matters, including workplace concerns, conflict resolution, and policy interpretation.</p><p>• Partner with leaders and HR teams to address issues in a unionized environment while promoting fair and consistent employee practices.</p><p>• Review, investigate, and document employee matters thoroughly, ensuring appropriate follow-up and sound recommendations.</p><p>• Support the administration of HR programs and processes, maintaining accurate records and helping to improve operational efficiency.</p><p>• Deliver training and coaching to managers and employees on workplace policies, employee relations practices, and respectful conduct expectations.</p><p>• Use HR systems and related tools, including ADP Workforce Now and other administrative platforms, to manage information and support reporting needs.</p><p>• Handle multiple priorities at once in a high-volume environment while maintaining strong attention to detail and responsiveness.</p><p>• Contribute to quality-focused HR practices by monitoring consistency, identifying risks, and recommending process improvements where needed.</p>
  • 2026-08-11T13:23:40Z
Contracts/ Procurement Manager
  • Ottawa, ON
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 120000.00 - 140000.00 CAD / Yearly
  • <p>We are looking for an experienced <strong>Procurement Manager</strong> to join our clients team in Ottawa, Ontario, and lead commercial and contractual activities across complex procurement initiatives. This role oversees agreements from initial bidding through completion, while working closely with cross-functional stakeholders to protect business interests and maintain regulatory compliance. The successful candidate will bring strong judgement in contract negotiation, risk management, pricing support, and documentation control within a structured procurement environment.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><p>• Lead the administration of contracts from bid support and negotiation through award, execution, modifications, and final closeout.</p><p>• Prepare, examine, and negotiate a wide range of commercial documents, including amendments, subcontracts, confidentiality agreements, teaming arrangements, technical assistance agreements, memoranda of understanding, software licence agreements, and support contracts.</p><p>• Partner with external legal counsel, finance, engineering, supply chain, and program teams to clarify obligations, address issues proactively, and reduce contractual exposure.</p><p>• Apply Canadian defence procurement rules and related compliance requirements, including supply manual standards, industrial benefit obligations, and controlled goods regulations.</p><p>• Contribute to proposal development by building compliance documentation, supporting pricing submissions, preparing cost models, and evaluating commercial risk.</p><p>• Direct the development and review of customer quotations to ensure accuracy, competitiveness, and alignment with contractual requirements.</p><p>• Maintain complete and well-organized contract records to support audits and demonstrate adherence to Canadian government expectations.</p><p>• Monitor contractual, financial, and schedule-related risks and implement mitigation strategies to protect project delivery and business performance.</p><p>• Ensure contract activities remain compliant with export control restrictions, security obligations, and other applicable regulatory commitments.</p>
  • 2026-08-07T15:53:51Z