Director, Finance Solutions - Fixed Term

Element Fleet Management; Toronto; On-site; CAD 133,000 - 184,000; Full time

Job summary

A fleet management company in Toronto is seeking a Director, Finance Solutions. The ideal candidate has over 10 years of experience in Finance and a proven track record in ERP implementations. This is a 12-14 month role that involves leading the Finance modernization program and optimizing financial systems. We offer a culture of innovation and comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Comprehensive health and welfare benefits

Paid time-off programs

Culture of innovation and empowerment

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in Finance, Business Operations, or Audit.
• Demonstrated track record leading ERP and Finance system implementations.
• Proven experience in FP&A, including financial planning and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Finance modernization program across Finance.
• Identify, prioritize, and evaluate initiatives based on finance technology practices.
• Optimize existing financial systems and define strategy for OneStream FP&A rollout.

Skills

Leadership

Financial Planning

Communication

Business Acumen

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Economics, Finance, or related field

Tools

OneStream

Alteryx

SAP

Power BI

Job description

Overview

Get started on an exciting career at Element! Element employees make a difference in the lives of others every day. We are re-defining the fleet management industry to be people first, then business – delivering on our promise of a superior client experience. This takes hard work and innovation, and we need more like-minded people on our team.

About the Role

We’re looking for a versatile, driven leader to join our team as Director, Finance Solutions. In this fixed-term, 12–14-month role, you will lead our Finance modernization program to design, build, and maintain business intelligence and system-based solutions. You will act as a change leader, providing thought leadership to senior Finance leadership, while collaborating with IT, ERP, and RPA teams on behalf of Finance. This is an exciting opportunity to make a direct impact on the modernization of a function that supports all areas of the business, while also accelerating your career.

What You’ll Do

• Lead the Finance modernization program across Finance, acting as the Lead on all Finance Solutions initiatives.
• Identify, prioritize, and evaluate initiatives based on leading finance technology practices.
• Optimize existing financial systems, and define the deep-dive strategy for a standardized, global OneStream FP&A rollout
• Partner with IT, Legal, Risk, and other Finance teams to ensure accuracy and security of financial data.
• Identify and drive automation opportunities to streamline workflows and improve efficiency.
• Provide regular reporting and tracking on project/initiative status, including budget monitoring.
• Administer key financial systems and tools (e.g., OneStream, Alteryx) to ensure adherence to controls and minimize disruption.
• Develop and lead a high-performing team with a focus on innovation, inclusivity, and accountability.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Economics, Finance, or a related field.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in Finance, Business Operations, or Audit at a top-tier consulting firm, high-growth, or technology organization.
• Demonstrated track record leading ERP and Finance system implementations (e.g., SAP, OneStream, Blackline).
• Proven experience in FP&A, including financial planning, reporting, and performance management.
• Prior experience delivering Finance transformation programs either in-house or as a consultant.
• Strong business acumen, communication skills, and ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience implementing Enterprise Performance Management platforms/systems end to end
• CPA qualification with knowledge of IFRS accounting principles is a plus.
• Experience in high-growth or fast-paced environments.
• Familiarity with automation technologies (e.g., Power BI, Python, Power Automate, Smartsheet, Alteryx).
• Knowledge of SAP S4/HANA and/or OneStream (or eagerness to learn).

Location: Toronto

The hiring base salary range for this position is $133,400 - $183,400 annually. Actual compensation within this range will be dependent upon the individual’s knowledge, skills, experience, equity with other team members, and alignment with market data. Please note that the disclosed salary range is solely for candidates hired to perform work within this geographic location. Candidates hired to work in other locations will be subject to the pay range associated with that location.

What’s in it for You

• A culture of innovation, empowerment, decision-making, and accountability
• Comprehensive health and welfare benefits that serve the needs of you and your family and foster a culture of wellness (for qualified roles)
• Additional benefits and amenities, including paid time-off programs (vacation, sick leave, and holidays) (for qualified roles)

Applicants will be required to undergo a background check only if and after a conditional offer of employment has been extended.

Element Fleet Management and its wholly owned subsidiaries are an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. We are pleased to consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability, national origin, Aboriginal/Native American status, protected veterans’ status or any other legally-protected factors. Disability-related accommodations during the application and interview process are available upon request. Should you require an accommodation with our hiring process please send an email to [e-mail] or call [phone].