Director of Finance

EY; Toronto; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Director of Finance to oversee all finance activities across multiple business lines. This executive role involves collaborating with senior leaders to deliver finance solutions that support strategic execution. The ideal candidate will have a CPA certification and a minimum of 10 years of relevant experience, with strong analytical and leadership skills. The company offers a competitive compensation package, comprehensive benefits, and a commitment to diversity and inclusion, making it an exciting opportunity for those looking to make a significant impact in the finance sector.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive benefits

Pension plan

Generous vacation policy

Paid days off

Coaching and learning opportunities

Flexible work arrangements

Qualifications

• Requires CPA certification and at least 10 years of relevant experience.
• Strong analytical and leadership skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Oversee finance activities across various business lines.
• Provide strategic financial input for decision-making.
• Manage and mentor a team of finance professionals.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Decision-Making

Financial Analysis

Leadership

Collaboration

Education

CPA or equivalent certification

10 years of relevant experience

Tools

SAP

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At EY, you’ll have the opportunity to build a unique career with the support of a global scale, inclusive culture, and innovative technology to help you become the best version of yourself. We value your unique voice and perspective to help EY improve and to create a better working world for all.

The opportunity

The Director of Finance for Canada oversees all finance activities across various business lines (Assurance, Consulting, EYP, Tax) and functions (Controlling, Markets Finance). Reporting to the CFO, this role supports the Executive Committee, Service Line Managing Partners, and other senior leaders. The individual understands the firm's strategy and delivers finance solutions and services, collaborating across service lines and functions to support strategic execution. They also work with Global Finance leaders to provide insights, support, reporting, and best practices.

Key Responsibilities

• Enable financial processes to deliver accurate metrics supporting strategic plans, including new services and assets.
• Review and analyze financial metrics like revenue, margin, utilization, expenses, and exposure, providing insights and improvement recommendations, aligned with month, quarter, and year-end processes.
• Prepare, review, and consolidate budgets and forecasts.
• Provide strategic financial input for decision-making, including results versus budgets, historical data, and future estimates.
• Support leadership in managing engagement economics, billing, collection, and revenue days.
• Maintain internal controls over financial reporting and measurement.
• Support the Canadian CFO by driving best practices and solutions across Canada.
• Lead and participate in firm-wide finance initiatives.
• Demonstrate leadership in delivering strategic finance and operational projects across service lines.
• Manage and mentor a team of finance professionals in Canada.

Analytical/Decision Making Responsibilities

• Strong analytical and decision-making skills are essential.
• Collaborate with national functions to support the CFO, Executive Committee, and leadership.
• Assess drivers of financial results in a dynamic market, focusing on continuous improvement.
• Advise on financial performance versus plans using trend analysis and scenario modeling.

Leadership and coaching

• Manage multiple projects and priorities effectively.
• Work collaboratively with senior leaders in Canada and globally.
• Proven success in leading change initiatives.
• Build, lead, and develop a team of finance professionals.

Client service

• Embed trusted advisor practices within the finance team.
• Focus on analysis, advice, and solutions to improve financial performance, leveraging emerging technologies like AI.
• Collaborate to enhance client service and share best practices.

Analysis, modeling & advice

• Communicate financial performance clearly and concisely.
• Analyze trends to support decision-making.
• Apply sound financial practices and seek operational excellence.

Qualifications

• CPA or equivalent certification is required.
• Minimum 10 years of relevant experience.
• SAP experience is preferred.
• Understanding of EY services and market landscape is beneficial; EY experience preferred.

Certification Requirements

• CPA or similar professional certification.

What We Offer

Our Total Rewards package supports a high-performance culture where everyone can achieve their potential. It includes competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, pension plan, generous vacation policy, paid days off, and programs supporting well-being. We also offer coaching, learning opportunities, and flexible work arrangements.

Diversity and Inclusion at EY

We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where differences are valued. We actively promote diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives, including racial equity, gender parity, LGBTQ+ support, neuroinclusion, accessibility, and Indigenous reconciliation. Our diverse team helps us build a better working world.

About EY

EY builds a better working world by creating value for clients, people, and society. With teams in over 150 countries, we provide assurance, consulting, law, strategy, tax, and transaction services, leveraging data and technology to address complex issues.

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Executive
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Finance and Sales
• Industry: Professional Services