Director, Finance

This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Director, Finance based in Canada.

This role offers the opportunity to lead a finance function through a period of significant growth and transformation.
You will combine strategic financial leadership with hands-on operational execution to build scalable systems and processes.
The position plays a key role in strengthening financial reporting, compliance, forecasting, and business decision-making.
You will partner with executive leadership and cross-functional teams to improve financial performance and support long-term growth.
This is an ideal opportunity for a finance leader who enjoys building high-performing teams and modernizing financial operations.
You will help shape the future of a growing organization by leveraging technology, automation, and data-driven insights to enhance efficiency.

The Director, Finance will oversee the full finance and accounting function, ensuring operational excellence, regulatory compliance, and strategic financial guidance. This role combines leadership, process optimization, financial planning, and technology-driven transformation to support sustainable business growth.

• Own the accuracy, integrity, and timeliness of financial reporting while ensuring compliance with applicable accounting standards and regulatory requirements.
• Lead month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes, improving efficiency and maintaining strong financial controls.
• Manage relationships with auditors, banking partners, regulators, tax authorities, and other external stakeholders.
• Provide financial insights, recommendations, and analysis to support executive decision-making and business strategy.
• Oversee cash flow management, accounts receivable, accounts payable, and financial operations.
• Lead budgeting, forecasting, financial planning, and performance analysis processes.
• Support capital management strategies, cost optimization initiatives, and long-term financial planning.
• Ensure new products, services, and business initiatives are properly integrated into financial systems and reporting frameworks.
• Manage complex reconciliations across internal accounts, external partners, and financial records to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Build, mentor, and scale a high-performing finance team by leading hiring, onboarding, coaching, and performance development.
• Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, continuous improvement, and operational excellence.
• Design and implement scalable finance processes, policies, and internal controls.
• Drive adoption of automation, AI-powered solutions, and modern financial technologies to improve reporting, forecasting, and analysis.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to align finance operations with broader organizational goals.
• Define and monitor financial KPIs, delivering executive reporting on performance, opportunities, risks, and strategic recommendations.

Requirements:

The ideal candidate is an experienced finance leader with a strong background in accounting, financial strategy, and operational scaling. They should combine technical finance expertise with leadership capabilities, business judgment, and experience implementing modern financial systems and processes.

• CPA designation required, with strong knowledge of Canadian accounting standards and financial practices.
• 10+ years of progressive finance experience, including 5+ years in a senior finance leadership position.
• Proven experience building, managing, and developing high-performing finance teams.
• Strong expertise in financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, controls, and financial analysis.
• Demonstrated ability to improve finance processes and implement technology-driven solutions.
• Experience leveraging automation, AI tools, or modern financial platforms to increase efficiency and accuracy.
• Strong strategic thinking, analytical capabilities, and data-driven decision-making skills.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management abilities.
• Experience working in fintech, payments, SaaS, or technology-driven environments is strongly preferred.
• Experience supporting organizations through periods of rapid growth and operational scaling is an advantage.
• Ability to balance strategic priorities with hands-on execution in a dynamic environment.

Benefits:

• Full-time leadership opportunity in a growing organization.
• Fully remote work environment with flexibility and autonomy.
• Opportunity to shape financial strategy, systems, and processes during an important growth phase.
• Collaborative culture focused on innovation, impact, and professional development.
• Supportive leadership team committed to employee growth and success.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage.
• Opportunity to work with modern financial technologies, automation, and AI-driven solutions.