Chief Financial Officer

Vaco; Hamilton; On-site; CAD 250,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Vaco in Hamilton, Ontario is seeking a CFO to lead financial strategy and reporting for their growing construction services company, projected to double in size.

In this high-impact role, the CFO will develop financial strategies, oversee budgeting, and provide insights on financial performance while ensuring compliance with all financial regulations.

Candidates should have significant construction industry experience and a collaborative leadership style, ideally residing within the Greater Toronto Area.

Qualifications

• Construction industry experience preferred, ideally with percentage-of-completion accounting.
• Proven ownership of EBITDA and cash flow forecasting.
• Strong forecasting, budgeting, and business insight capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a financial strategy aligned with overall business objectives.
• Provide strategic financial guidance to support decision-making.
• Monitor financial performance and recommend necessary actions.

Skills

Financial strategy development

Budgeting and forecasting

Cash flow management

Financial reporting

Construction industry knowledge

Leadership skills

Job description

Our client is a privately owned company specializing in project-based manufacturing and construction services. They are seeking a CFO to join their team.

Why Work Here

• Strategic CFO mandate with direct access to ownership
• Opportunity to drive company growth and enterprise value
• Close partnership with the COO, CRO, and executive leadership team
• High-impact role with visibility across finance and operations
• Join a ~$75M business with plans to double in the near term, partnering with the CEO and President to scale operations and deliver on key strategic objectives

About the Opportunity

• Develop and execute a financial strategy aligned with overall business objectives
• Provide strategic financial guidance to the CEO and executive team to support decision-making
• Monitor financial performance, identify improvement areas, and recommend actions
• Assess risks and opportunities and implement mitigation strategies
• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow managementManage dual revenue recognition: Percentage-of-Completion (construction) and Point-of-Sale/Delivery (manufacturing)
• Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting
• Establish and maintain effective internal controls
• Optimize capital structure and financing activities
• Lead strategic initiatives and priorities in support of growth and operational excellence

Financial Analysis & Reporting

• Perform variance, cost, and profitability analysis
• Prepare and present financial results, forecasts, and KPIs to executive leadership and the Board
• Deliver actionable insights to drive efficiency and profitability
• Implement risk management frameworks to mitigate financial exposure
• Ensure compliance with US GAAP and Canadian ASPE/IFRS, including construction revenue recognition
• Mitigate FX exposure across USD/CAD transactions
• Oversee construction and manufacturing insurance programs
• Lead internal and external audits and liaise with auditors
• Build and lead a high-performing finance team
• Foster accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement
• Partner cross-functionally to support business objectives

About You

• Construction industry experience preferred, ideally with percentage-of-completion accounting
• Proven ownership of EBITDA and cash flow forecasting
• Strong forecasting, budgeting, and business insight capabilities
• Collaborative leadership style, partnering effectively with the C-suite
• Experience in a growth / scaling environment
• Hands‑on leadership approach with a willingness to stay close to the business and add value
• Must currently reside within the Greater Toronto Area and be permitted to work in Canada

Salary Range

$250,000 - $300,000 / year