Chief Financial Officer

PinkPalmPuff; Ontario; On-site; CAD 150,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking an experienced Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to lead their global financial strategy. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in U.S. subsidiary operations and eCommerce, with a strong focus on financial leadership and compliance. Responsibilities include developing financial strategies, overseeing financial functions for the U.S. subsidiary, and leading a high-performing finance team. This role requires a deep understanding of multi-entity accounting and international tax, as well as excellent leadership and communication skills.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of progressive finance experience, including 3+ years as CFO.
• Strong U.S. subsidiary experience with cross-border eCommerce.

Responsibilities

• Develop financial strategies to support growth and scalability.
• Oversee financial functions and compliance for U.S. subsidiary.
• Lead budgeting, financial planning, and cost control processes.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical

Communication

Tools

Shopify Plus

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Chief Financial Officer (CFO) with deep expertise in U.S. subsidiary operations, eCommerce, and cross-border finance to lead our global financial strategy and operations.

Key Responsibilities : Financial Strategy & Leadership

• Develop and implement financial strategies to support aggressive growth and scalability.
• Serve as a key advisor to the President and executive team, providing financial insights to drive strategic decisions.
• Lead scenario modeling, business forecasting, and long-range planning across Canadian headquarters and U.S. subsidiary.

Subsidiary & Cross-Border Expertise

• Oversee all financial functions and compliance for the U.S. subsidiary, including tax, payroll, transfer pricing, and intercompany transactions.
• Ensure regulatory compliance across Canadian and U.S. jurisdictions (CRA, IRS, sales tax, etc.).
• Optimize cross-border cash flow, FX risk management, and profit repatriation.

Accounting, Reporting & Compliance

• Own all aspects of financial reporting, including consolidated P&L, balance sheet, and cash flow across all entities.
• Establish robust monthly close processes and reporting cycles for both GAAP and tax compliance.
• Manage relationships with auditors, tax advisors, legal counsel, and financial institutions.

Budgeting & Operational Finance

• Lead budgeting, financial planning, and cost control processes across departments.
• Partner with operations to optimize inventory, logistics, and payment terms with vendors.
• Support fundraising initiatives and capital structure planning.
• Prepare financial models, and board reporting packages.

Team & Systems Management

• Build and lead a high-performing finance, accounting, and compliance team.
• Own the finance tech stack, including ERP, bookkeeping systems, and eCommerce integrations (e.g., Shopify Plus, etc.).
• Implement and scale internal controls and financial processes.

Qualifications :

• 10+ years of progressive finance experience, including 3+ years as CFO or equivalent in a high-growth eCommerce or DTC brand.
• Strong U.S. subsidiary experience, ideally with cross-border eCommerce or retail entities.
• Deep knowledge of multi-entity accounting, financial modeling, and international tax.
• Experience supporting high-volume eCommerce operations (Shopify Plus and global logistics a major asset).
• Comfortable in fast-paced, founder-led, creative environments.
• Excellent leadership, analytical, and communication skills.

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