Director, Finance

Jobgether; Canada; Remote; CAD 250,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Leadership opportunity

International exposure

Venture-backed environment

Job summary

Jobgether in Canada is seeking a Director, Finance to build and lead the finance function for a fast-growing company at the intersection of aviation, robotics, and autonomous technology. You will own accounting, financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and strategic planning.

The role combines hands-on execution with strategic leadership, overseeing cross-border operations across US, Canadian, and UK entities, establishing scalable processes, controls, and partnerships with executive

Qualifications

• 8+ years in accounting and finance with ownership of closing & reporting processes.
• CPA designation or equivalent with strong US GAAP/ASC 606 knowledge.
• Hands-on finance leader experience in a small team, establishing processes while managing day-to-day execution.
• Experience building budgets, cash flow forecasts, financial models, and variance analysis.
• International multi-entity accounting experience and cross-border operations.

Responsibilities

• Own monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements under US GAAP.
• Manage multi-entity consolidation across US, Canada, UK.
• Oversee revenue recognition, AP/AR, and internal controls.
• Coordinate tax compliance, external advisers, and audits.
• Lead annual budgeting, rolling forecasts, and financial modeling.
• Develop cash flow forecasts for working capital and capex planning.
• Improve financial systems and automation, including ERP considerations.
• Support debt/equipment financing and fundraising materials with leadership.
• Collaborate with department heads to assess financial impact of hiring and investments.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Leadership

Communication

Financial analysis

Autonomy

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

CPA designation or equivalent

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Director, Finance based in Canada.

As the first finance leader, you will have the opportunity to build and shape the financial function of a fast-growing company operating at the intersection of aviation, robotics, and autonomous technology. You will take ownership of accounting, financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and strategic financial planning. Working closely with executive leadership and department heads, you will translate operational and commercial decisions into clear financial insights that support sustainable growth. You will also play a key role in managing cross-border financial operations across multiple international entities. This position combines strategic leadership with hands-on execution, offering significant autonomy and the opportunity to establish scalable financial processes as the business expands globally.

Accountabilities

• Accounting and Financial Reporting: Own monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with US GAAP, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and timely reporting.
• Multi-Entity Financial Management: Manage financial consolidation, foreign currency accounting, and intercompany transactions across US, Canadian, and UK entities.
• Revenue Recognition and Controls: Oversee revenue recognition processes, accounts payable, and accounts receivable while establishing effective financial controls and reporting procedures.
• Tax and Audit Coordination: Coordinate tax compliance, external accounting support, and audit preparation with specialized external advisers.
• Budgeting and Financial Planning: Lead the annual budgeting process, maintain rolling forecasts, and develop financial models aligned with business objectives and operational priorities.
• Cash Flow Management: Maintain short- and long-term cash forecasts, covering working capital requirements, capital expenditures, and future financing needs.
• Business and Commercial Analysis: Evaluate customer economics, deployment costs, pricing strategies, and expansion scenarios to support informed business decisions.
• Financial Systems and Automation: Improve accounting and financial planning infrastructure, including ERP selection or implementation, and leverage automation and AI tools to streamline workflows while maintaining appropriate controls.
• Financing and Fundraising Support: Evaluate debt and equipment financing opportunities, prepare financial due diligence materials, and support fundraising activities in collaboration with leadership and external advisers.
• Strategic Business Partnership: Work closely with department leaders to assess the financial implications of hiring plans, deployment strategies, investments, and other operational decisions.

Requirements

• Professional Experience: At least 8 years of progressive experience in accounting and finance, including direct ownership of financial closing processes and reporting within a growing organization.
• Professional Qualifications: CPA designation or an equivalent professional accounting qualification, with strong knowledge of US GAAP and ASC 606 revenue recognition standards.
• Hands-On Finance Leadership: Experience operating independently within a small finance team or as the primary accounting owner, with the ability to establish processes while personally managing day-to-day execution.
• Financial Planning Expertise: Demonstrated experience managing budgets, cash flow forecasts, financial models, and variance analysis, with the ability to translate operational assumptions into financial recommendations.
• International Accounting Experience: Strong understanding of multi-entity accounting, cross-border financial operations, US financial reporting, and coordination with external tax advisers.
• Technical Skills: Advanced spreadsheet capabilities, familiarity with financial systems, and the ability to improve reporting processes through technology and automation.
• Analytical and Strategic Thinking: Strong financial judgment and the ability to evaluate complex business scenarios, identify risks, and provide actionable insights.
• Communication and Collaboration: Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively with executive leadership, operational teams, and external financial partners.
• Autonomy and Ownership: A proactive, detail-oriented approach, with the ability to manage competing priorities and build scalable financial infrastructure in a dynamic environment.

Nice to have:

• Experience working in a venture capital-backed company, particularly in robotics, hardware, industrial automation, or logistics.
• Familiarity with inventory management, hardware-related financial operations, or Robotics-as-a-Service (RaaS) business models.
• Experience selecting, implementing, or optimizing ERP systems and modern financial technology tools.
• Previous involvement in equity fundraising, debt facilities, equipment financing, or financial due diligence processes.

Benefits

• Competitive annual compensation: CAD $250,000-$300,000.
• Leadership opportunity: Build and lead the finance function as the organization's first dedicated finance hire.
• Strategic influence: Work directly with executive leadership and contribute to major financial and operational decisions.
• International exposure: Oversee financial operations across Canadian, US, and UK entities.
• Remote work: Enjoy the flexibility of a remote position based in Canada.
• Professional growth: Develop your expertise in a high-growth, venture-backed environment at the intersection of aviation, robotics, and autonomous technology.
• Ownership and autonomy: Establish financial processes, systems, and strategies that will support the company's long-term expansion.
• Innovation-driven environment: Explore modern financial systems, automation, and AI-powered tools to improve finance operations.