Chief Financial Officer

Novus Automotive; Oshawa; On-site; CAD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A multi-dealership automotive group in Oshawa is seeking an experienced Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to lead financial operations during a significant growth phase. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of senior finance leadership experience, proven transformation skills in multi-unit organizations, and familiarity with AI-driven financial analytics. This role offers a unique opportunity to shape the financial future of the organization while building a cohesive finance team.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Personal time off

Community days

Wellness programs

Qualifications

• 10+ years of senior finance leadership experience.
• 5+ years in an executive role.
• Experience driving transformations in multi-unit organizations.

Responsibilities

• Lead financial strategy to support growth and acquisitions.
• Standardize accounting processes across stores.
• Implement strong internal controls and reporting frameworks.

Skills

Financial strategy and planning

Building finance functions

Cash flow management

M&A experience

Excellent communication skills

Education

CPA designation preferred

Tools

AI tools

ERP platforms

Job description

Our client, Novus Automotive is a multi-dealership automotive group, recognizes that people are their greatest asset. They are dedicated to fostering an employee-first culture where every team member feels valued, supported, and empowered to succeed. The company has created an environment built on respect, collaboration, and continuous growth. Their commitment to people is reflected in a comprehensive benefits package, including personal time off, community days, and wellness programs to promote a healthy work-life balance. As the company continues to grow, they are seeking a dynamic, entrepreneurial CFO who is ready to innovate and drive continuous improvement.

Chief Financial Officer (CFO) – Multi-Dealership Automotive Group

Location: Oshawa, ON (onsite with travel to Durham Region dealerships)

Industry: Automotive Retail / Multi-Location Operations

Growth Stage: Expansion to double in the next 3-5 years

The Opportunity

Our client, a rapidly expanding multi-dealership automotive group, is seeking an experienced and transformative Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to lead its financial function through its next phase of growth. This is a build-from-scratch opportunity for a strategic finance leader who thrives in scaling environments and enjoys creating structure where limited infrastructure currently exists.

The company is embarking on a major growth plan, expanding from 6 to 10 dealerships over the next 3–5 years, while centralizing accounting operations and implementing standardized systems across all stores. The CFO will be instrumental in building financial discipline, supporting strategic decision-making, and preparing the business for long-term success.

Why This Role is Open

The current CFO responsibilities are held by the company’s COO (CPA/CA), who has successfully supported finance for over 13 years but will now focus fully on operations. This transition creates a high-impact leadership opportunity for a finance executive to take ownership of all financial functions.

Key Priorities

• Lead financial strategy and planning to support dealership growth and acquisitions.
• Oversee centralization of accounting and administrative functions into one shared services model.
• Standardize accounting processes across all stores, achieving a 5-day close and clear year-end procedures.
• Build and maintain cash flow projections and lead ongoing debt/capital restructuring initiatives.
• Support EOS (Entrepreneurial Operating System) implementation across the finance function.
• Introduce scalable systems, controls, and AI-driven financial analytics to modernize operations.

Core Responsibilities

• Partner with the CEO and leadership team to drive long-term financial strategy and support decision-making.
• Build and mentor a finance team of 5 Controllers + 1 Group Controller
• Implement strong internal controls, reporting frameworks, and scalable processes.
• Manage cash flow, capital allocation, floorplan financing, and banking relationships.
• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and financial performance management across multiple entities.
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards, tax regulations, and audit requirements.

Ideal Candidate

• 10+ years of senior finance leadership, with 5+ years in an executive role.
• Experience driving major transformations in multi-unit or multi-entity organizations.
• Skilled at building finance functions from the ground up in growth environments.
• Entrepreneurial, hands-on, and thrives in unstructured settings.
• M&A experience.
• CPA designation preferred.
• Strong track record of implementing systems, AI tools, or ERP platforms.
• Excellent communicator and cross-functional leader.

Cultural Fit

This role suits an entrepreneurial, roll-up-your-sleeves leader who can balance strategic vision with tactical execution. The company values collaboration, integrity, and a relentless drive to win.