Director of Finance

Passage; Toronto; On-site; CAD 130,000 - 175,000; Full time

Job summary

Passage, based in Toronto, is seeking a Director of Finance to oversee the financial and accounting functions, ensuring the foundation is set for rapid growth. The successful candidate will manage the month-end close processes, lead external audits, and establish robust accounting policies.

With a CPA designation required, candidates should have 8-12 years of progressive accounting experience, particularly in VC-backed startups, and demonstrate strong technical knowledge and judgment. This in-office role requires candidates to be in Toronto or willing to relocate.

Qualifications

• 8-12 years of progressive accounting experience.
• Manager level audit experience (Big 4 preferred).
• Experience scaling accounting operations through growth.

Responsibilities

• Ownership of finance and accounting functions.
• Oversee month-end, quarter-end, and year-end processes.
• Maintain robust accounting policies and documentation.
• Strengthen financial processes for rapid growth.

Skills

CPA designation

Progressive accounting experience (8-12 years)

Manager level audit experience

Experience in VC-backed startups

Strong technical accounting knowledge

Ability to operate independently

Education

CPA designation

Job description

Director of Finance

Toronto, In-Office | High Ownership | Build for Scale

What you will do

You will take full ownership of the finance and accounting function and ensure our financial foundation is built to support the next stage of growth.

• Accounting & Financial reporting
  • Own the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes
  • Prepare and oversee IFRS financial statements
  • Lead the external audit end-to-end
  • Establish and maintain robust accounting policies and documentation
  • Ensure accurate revenue recognition and accounting for complex transactions
• Financial Infrastructure & Scale
  • Strengthen and scale financial processes to support rapid growth
  • Ensure integrity of core financial data and reporting systems
  • Oversee treasury, cash management, and working capital processes
  • Build scalable workflows that reduce risk and improve efficiency
• Tax & Compliance
  • Oversee all corporate tax filings, including SR&ED, and compliance requirements
  • Coordinate with external advisors across jurisdictions
• Reporting & Governance
  • Ensure board‑ready financial reporting
  • Partner cross‑functionally to uphold financial discipline across the organization
  • Support long‑term financial readiness as the company scales

Qualifications

• CPA designation (required)
• 8-12 years of progressive accounting experience
• Manager level audit experience (Big 4 preferred)
• Prior Controller-level ownership within a VC-backed startup
• Proven experience scaling accounting operations through rapid growth
• Direct ownership of IFRS financial statements and external audit
• Strong technical accounting knowledge and practical judgment
• Ability to operate independently in a fast‑paced, high‑growth environment

Location

Passage operates with an in‑office working model. Candidates must be based in Toronto or open to relocating and working five days per week in our Toronto office.

Compensation

C$130K to C$175K+ and offers equity.

Additional Information

Artificial intelligence may be used in the screening or assessment of applicants. If your experience does not match every requirement but you believe you can thrive in this role, we encourage you to apply.