Director of Finance

Clearco; Canada; Remote; CAD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the finance sector is seeking a Director of Finance to oversee financial reporting, tax compliance, and payroll management. The ideal candidate will have over 6 years of experience in accounting and financial analysis, with a strong leadership background. This role offers a competitive salary, comprehensive health benefits, and a flexible work-from-home policy.

Benefits

Competitive salary and incentives

Comprehensive health and dental insurance

RRSP / 401k matching

Work-from-home stipend

Mental health support

Flexible time-off policy

Family-forming benefits

Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience in accounting and financial analysis.
• Proven track record in managing audits and financial reporting.
• Understanding of Canadian and US tax requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead the controllership function and oversee month-end close.
• Manage financial reporting and liaise with external auditors.
• Oversee tax compliance and payroll functions.

Skills

Leadership

Financial Analysis

Tax Compliance

Internal Controls

Tools

Sage

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We are seeking an experienced Director of Finance to lead our financial reporting and oversee tax, payroll, and accounts payables. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of leading teams in a dynamic environment and managing audits.

Core Responsibilities

1. Lead Controllership Function

• Oversee the month-end close process ensuring the completeness and accuracy of the US GAAP financial statements.
• Manage the preparation and dissemination of internal and external financial reports, including monthly financial statements, variance analysis, management reports, and annual audits.
• Serve as the key liaison and collaborate with external auditors to ensure smooth and timely financial statement audits.
• Design, implement, and maintain effective internal controls for operational processes.
• Lead process improvements to enhance accuracy, efficiency, and reporting capabilities of the Finance team.
• Prepare budget variance reporting and assist in the annual budgeting process.
• Oversee accounts payable function to ensure timely payment of vendor invoices.

Oversee Tax Function

• Work closely with external tax partners to ensure multi-country tax compliance, including income tax, VAT/GST, federal and state filings, and other regulatory filings.
• Prepare quarterly tax installment estimates and payments.

Oversee Payroll Function

• Work cross-functionally with the Sales team and People team to ensure accurate and timely processing of commissions, bonuses, salaries, reimbursements, and other payroll records.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of progressive experience in accounting, controllership, and financial analysis within complex business environments, including demonstrated leadership of cross-functional teams and a strong track record of implementing and overseeing robust financial management controls.
• Proven experience in preparing financial statements and notes disclosures, and managing external auditors.
• Understanding of Canadian and US corporate and partnership tax requirements.
• Experience in specialty finance, fintech, e-commerce, or SaaS companies preferred.

Nice to haves

• Experience with Sage.
• Knowledge of GP/LP fund structures.
• Understanding of ABF Facilities.

What we offer

• Competitive salary and incentives, plus comprehensive health and dental insurance.
• RRSP / 401k matching.
• Work-from-home with a stipend to create your ideal environment.
• Mental health support and professional development opportunities.
• Flexible time-off policy.
• Fertility, hormonal health, and family-forming benefits.

Seniority level

• Director

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Finance