Chief Financial Officer

MacDonald Search Group; Campbell River; On-site; CAD 135,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading marine project company in Campbell River is seeking a CFO to manage overall financial strategies and operations. The role includes overseeing financial management, ensuring compliance, and leading a team, offering a competitive salary alongside relocation support. The scenic BC region offers a balanced work-life and outdoor lifestyle.

Benefits

Bonus potential

Equity opportunity

Relocation support

Qualifications

• 5-10 years in financial leadership, preferably in construction, operations, or marine sectors.
• Proven capability in developing financial strategies and managing financial risks.
• Strong understanding of compliance regulations and internal controls.

Responsibilities

• Oversee financial management, including budgeting and forecasting.
• Develop and execute financial strategies aligned with business goals.
• Lead and mentor finance and accounting teams.

Skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

CPA Designation

Tools

ERP systems

Financial reporting software

Job description

Our client as a well established business in the marine project sector in the Campbell River area of BC. It is an welcoming, team focused work environment, with the business recently completing an expansion of their facility and output capacity, while remaining busy with long term project contracts.

The CFO will be responsible for the overall financial strategy, planning, and management of the company. Reporting directly to the CEO, the CFO will lead the finance, accounting, and compliance functions, and play a key role in strategic decision-making.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee all aspects of financial management, including budgeting, forecasting, reporting, and analysis.
• Develop financial strategies aligned with business goals and marine industry trends.
• Manage financial risk, treasury, and cash flow.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and internal controls.
• Lead and mentor the finance and accounting staff.
• Provide insights and recommendations to support operational efficiency and profitability.
• Support capital investment decisions and potential financing activities.
• Collaborate with other senior leaders to drive business performance.
• Other as required

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• CPA Designation
• Minimum of 5-10 years of progressively responsible financial leadership experience, ideally in construction, operations and/or marine sectors.
• Proven ability to develop and execute financial strategies for business stainability and growth.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Experience with ERP systems and financial reporting software.
• Contract accounting, working capital management, and bank/compliance reporting experience.

Great opportunity to move to a beautiful region of BC and enjoy a calmer pace and work life balance, and an amazing outdoor lifestyle!

Target Salary - 135-150,000+, plus bonus potential, equity opportunity, and relocation support.

If this exciting role sounds like it could be of interest to you, please send us your resume today!