Chief Financial Officer

Novisto; Montreal (administrative region); On-site; CAD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Join an early-stage, well-financed company

Contribute to sustainability efforts

Job summary

A fast-growing tech firm in Montreal is seeking a Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to lead financial operations and shape the company's growth strategy. This role requires proven expertise in strategic financial leadership, VC-backed fundraising, and M&A experience. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years in senior finance roles, advanced financial acumen, and be bilingual in French and English. This is an opportunity to influence the company's direction and contribute to the sustainability mission through innovative ESG software.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in progressive finance leadership, including senior roles like CFO or VP Finance.
• Proven track record in leading VC-backed fundraising.
• Experience in M&A, including deal execution and integration.

Responsibilities

• Shape financial strategy and oversee all financial operations.
• Serve as a strategic partner to the CEO on growth strategy.
• Lead and develop a high-performing finance organization.

Skills

Strategic financial leadership

VC-backed fundraising

M&A experience

Financial operations management

Bilingual communication (French and English)

Education

CPA, CFA, MBA, or equivalent

Tools

Wagepoint

Xero

Dext

Ramp

Deel

Float Card

Job description

We are seeking a Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to shape the financial strategy of our fast-growing company. In this critical leadership role, you will oversee all financial operations, drive strategic decision-making, and partner with the executive team to fuel growth and long-term value creation. This is a unique opportunity to influence the trajectory of our business, optimize performance, and play a central role in advancing our mission in the ESG software space.

Strategic Finance & Leadership

• Serve as a strategic partner to the CEO on financial planning, growth strategy, and capital allocation.
• Build and lead a high-performing finance organization, balancing rigor with agility.
• Provide financial insight and decision support across all business functions (Sales, Product, Operations, HR).
• Oversee revenue management, including forecasting, pricing strategies, contract renewals, and revenue recognition in compliance with accounting standards.
• Manage procurement strategy and vendor relationships to optimize cost, risk, and operational efficiency.
• Lead equity and debt fundraising processes, including VC rounds, extensions, and strategic financings
• Develop and maintain investor materials (pitch decks, financial models, data rooms)
• Manage relationships with existing and prospective investors, lenders, and financial advisors
• Own board and investor reporting, ensuring clarity, accuracy, and strategic insight

M&A and Corporate Development

• Identify, evaluate, and execute M&A, partnership, and strategic investment opportunities
• Lead financial due diligence, valuation, deal structuring, and negotiations
• Oversee post-acquisition integration from a financial and operational perspective
• Coordinate with legal, tax, and external advisors throughout transactions

Financial Operations & Execution

• Own all core financial operations, including accounting, payroll, and statutory reporting across jurisdictions (as applicable).
• Ensure strong internal controls, compliance, and audit readiness.
• Lead tax planning and regulatory compliance, supporting operational scalability and risk mitigation.
• Manage contract administration processes, ensuring timely renewals and alignment with revenue recognition policies.
• Implement and scale financial systems, processes, and reporting tools appropriate for a growing company.
• Ensure data integrity, timely actionable financial reporting, and alignment with revenue management processes.
• Support operational scalability and readiness for future milestones (e.g., IPO, large acquisitions).
• Optimize procurement systems and workflows to drive efficiency and cost savings.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a CFO with a track record of success in financial leadership in a technology scale-up;
• 10+ years of progressive finance leadership experience, including time in a senior finance role (CFO, VP Finance, or equivalent)
• Proven experience leading VC-backed fundraising (multiple rounds strongly preferred)
• Demonstrated M&A experience, including deal execution and integration
• Strong background as a financial operator, with hands-on ownership of accounting, FP&A, and cash management
• Experience working with Boards of Directors and senior leadership teams
• Prior experience in a high-growth, technology or SaaS environment preferred
• CPA, CFA, MBA, or equivalent credentials a plus
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills;
• Excellent verbal and communication skills (Bilingualism French and English);
• Strong financial acumen and analytical skills;
• Familiarity with accounting and payroll software (Wagepoint, Xero, Dext, Ramp, Deel, Float Card, etc.).

What we offer

• Join an early-stage, well-financed company
• Advance Novisto’s purpose of contributing to the sustainability of the economy, environment, and society by empowering companies to make better decisions and disclosures through our ESG data management software
• Contribute your knowledge and insights to increase awareness and knowledge of sustainability