Director, Finance

Kraken Robotics Inc; Dartmouth; On-site; CAD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Kraken Robotics Inc. is seeking a Director, Finance to lead the finance function from our Dartmouth, Nova Scotia office. The role focuses on strategic leadership, financial planning, reporting, and risk management to support the business unit’s growth and sustainability.

You will partner with BU leadership, drive financial modelling, and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements while mentoring the finance team in a fast-paced, project-based environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in finance management or leadership roles.
• ACA / ACCA / CIMA qualified or equivalent.
• Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant field.
• High business acumen including partnering with financial and operational stakeholders.
• Experience in engineering, manufacturing, or project-based industries is desirable.
• Ability to lead multi geography teams in a matrix-based organisation.

Responsibilities

• Lead development and execution of the BU's financial strategy and long-term financial planning.
• Oversee accounting, reporting, budgeting and forecasting; ensure strong internal controls.
• Provide financial guidance on bids, tenders, capex and investment decisions; monitor project profitability.
• Coordinate audits and coordinate reporting to group and stakeholders.
• Develop and mentor the finance team for performance and succession planning.

Skills

Leadership

Financial modelling

IFRS

Stakeholder partnering

Excel

Education

Bachelor's Degree in a relevant field

ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualified or equivalent

Tools

NetSuite

Job description

Build your career with Kraken Robotics. Make a difference to others. If innovation drives you, and you want a career that makes a difference to the world, helping humanity overcome the challenges in our oceans – safely, efficiently, and sustainably – then come join us at Kraken Robotics.

Kraken Robotics is currently recruiting for a Director, Finance to join our Dartmouth, Nova Scotia Office.

The Director, Finance is responsible for providing strategic and operational leadership of the Finance function, ensuring the financial stability, integrity, and long-term sustainability of the Business Unit (“BU”). The Director, Finance plays a key role in driving commercial decision-making, managing financial risks, and supporting long-term business growth.

Key responsibilities include:

Financial Strategy and Leadership

• Lead development and implementation of financial strategies to support the Business Units’ business objectives.
• Contribute to business planning and growth strategy discussions at BU Leadership Team level acting as the principal adviser/business partner to the BU MD.
• Provide financial modelling and scenario planning to support key strategic decisions.

Financial Management and Control

• Oversee all aspects of financial management, including financial accounting, management reporting, budgeting and forecasting.
• Ensure effective financial controls, systems, and policies are maintained in line with Group policy and external regulatory requirements.
• Manage monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting processes with full accountability for the BU P&L, balance sheet, cash flow and working capital performance.
• Ensure all elements of reporting to the Operating Group and Corporate Group are delivered on time and to a high standard that meets key stakeholder expectations.

Project and Operational Finance

• Collaborate with project and operational management to ensure accurate project costing, budget monitoring, and profitability tracking.
• Provide commercial finance guidance on bids, tenders, capital expenditure and investment decision, and contract terms.
• Monitor project margin and cost performance and **escalate** variances where necessary together with recommended remediation actions.

Compliance, Audit and Risk

• Ensure compliance with all statutory and regulatory financial requirements, including relevant Corporate and Taxation authorities.
• Coordinate annual audit activities relevant to the BU and liaise with external auditors.
• Identify and manage financial risks and recommend mitigation strategies.

Team Leadership and Development

• Lead, manage, and mentor the finance team, fostering a culture of accountability and collaboration.
• Promote a high-performance culture and support professional development.
• Ensure appropriate workload distribution and process efficiency across the team.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• 5+ years of experience in Finance management / leadership roles
• ACA / ACCA / CIMA qualified or equivalent
• Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant field.
• High business acumen including partnering with financial and operational stakeholders.
• Sector experience in engineering, manufacturing, project-based industries is considered highly desirable
• Ability to lead multi geography teams and operational experience in a matrix-based organisation structure.

PREFERRED SKILLS

• Strong understanding of financial regulations, IFRS, and compliance standards
• Excellent financial modelling and analysis skills
• Commercially astute with the ability to assess and communicate business impact
• High proficiency in financial systems and Excel; experience with ERP or accounting software (e.g. NetSuite)
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and influencing skills
• Strategic thinker with attention to detail
• Adaptable and proactive in a fast-paced, project-driven environment
• Resilient, dependable, and values-driven