Director, Financial Planning & Analysis

Paramount Commerce; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading fintech company in Toronto is seeking a Director of FP&A to lead strategic financial planning and performance analysis. This role involves developing financial models, overseeing budgeting processes, and partnering with executives to drive operational efficiency. The ideal candidate possesses over 8 years of finance experience and is adept at translating complex data into actionable insights. The position offers a competitive salary and hybrid working conditions.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Generous Vacation & Summer Fridays

Health & Dental Benefits

Wellness Spending Account

Retirement savings matching plan

Birthday Day Off

Quarterly Socials

Volunteer Days

Parental leave top up program

Qualifications

• 8+ years of progressive finance experience.
• Proven track record leading FP&A functions.
• Experience in high-growth tech companies, preferably Fintech or SaaS.

Responsibilities

• Lead the budgeting and forecasting process.
• Develop financial models for various metrics.
• Own management reporting and KPI dashboards.

Skills

Leadership in FP&A

Financial modeling

Communication

Strategic planning

Data analysis

Business intelligence tools

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or Economics

MBA or CFA

Tools

Excel

Google Sheets

Looker

Planful

Job description

We are Paramount Commerce, a leading fintech company focused on simplifying payments in Canada. Since the early 2000s, we have redefined online purchasing by introducing a way to pay directly from a bank account, bypassing credit cards or e-wallets. Our commitment is to provide the highest standards of security and risk management that support seamless payments and rich data.

As we strengthen our position in Canada, we are strategically positioning ourselves for global expansion. To achieve our goals, we are seeking talented professionals who can push the boundaries of innovation, contributing to our growth across Canada and worldwide. Join us at Paramount Commerce, where we not only follow fintech trends but shape them.

Position Overview

We’re looking for a Director of FP&A who can combine financial rigor with strategic insight—someone comfortable rolling up their sleeves in modelling tools, while also influencing C-level decisions and partnering cross-functionally to drive growth, efficiency, and profitability.

Reporting to the CFO, you will lead our planning, forecasting, performance and budgeting processes, building the models and providing the insights that guide our business. This role is both strategic and hands‑on, responsible for building scalable processes, developing financial models, and providing actionable insights to drive business decisions. You’ll serve as a key business partner to the executive team, product, and operations leaders, shaping the company’s long‑term financial strategy.

What You’ll Do

Strategic Planning & Forecasting

• Lead the company-wide budgeting and forecasting process, ensuring alignment with strategic goals.
• Develop and maintain dynamic financial models for revenue, margin, operating expenses, and cash flow.
• Partner with the CFO to support board reporting and shareholder updates.

Business Partnership

• Work closely with department heads (Product, Growth, Operations, Technology, People) to align financial targets with operational plans.
• Provide data-driven insights into business performance, customer economics, and unit-level profitability.
• Translate complex financial concepts into clear, actionable recommendations for non-financial leaders.

Reporting & Analytics

• Own monthly/quarterly management reporting, variance analysis, and KPI dashboards.
• Drive automation and improvement of FP&A tools and processes.
• Develop forward-looking analyses on pricing, ROI, and market expansion opportunities.

Leadership & Process

• Build, mentor, and scale a small FP&A team as the organization grows. Implement best practices for financial governance, planning cadence, and scenario modeling.
• Partner with Accounting to ensure accuracy and consistency between financial planning and actuals.

Who You Are

• A Seasoned Finance Leader: You have 8+ years of progressive finance experience, with a proven track record of leading an FP&A function for at least 3 of those years.
• A Tech-Industry Insider: You speak the language of high-growth technology companies, with preferred experience in Fintech or SaaS environments.
• The Financial Architect: You are an expert at your craft. Building complex financial models, managing a P&L, and forecasting cash flow are second nature to you.
• A Data & Systems Maven: You move fluidly between advanced spreadsheets (Excel/Google Sheets) and sophisticated software, with familiarity in BI tools (like Looker) and FP&A systems (like Planful).
• A Strategic Operator: You connect the dots between data and decisions. You can think at a high level while diving deep into the numbers to drive operational improvements.
• An Influential Communicator: You excel at translating complex financial information into clear, compelling narratives for an executive audience.
• Academically Grounded: You hold a Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field; an MBA or CFA is a plus.

Why Paramount Commerce?

• Competitive salary
• Generous Vacation & Summer Fridays
• Health & Dental Benefits
• Wellness Spending Account
• Retirement savings matching plan
• Hybrid work (Thursdays in office)
• Birthday Day Off
• Quarterly Socials
• Volunteer Days to give back to our community
• Parental leave top up program

Paramount Commerce is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to building a team that reflects the diverse world we serve. We're committed to building an inclusive environment where everyone can bring their authentic selves to work, because we believe that a variety of thoughts, backgrounds, and experiences is essential to our success.

We are committed to fair and equitable hiring processes. If you're excited about this role and what we're building, but you don't check every box, please apply anyway! We value potential and passion as much as experience.

Accommodations are available upon request for all candidates taking part in the selection process.