Director of Finance

B. Riley Farber Executive Search; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Un leader sur le marché des dispositifs d'instrumentation recherche un Directeur Financier pour diriger les opérations financières et superviser une équipe dynamique. Ce rôle stratégique, rapportant directement au CFO, propose des opportunités de progression vers un mandat de CFO. Idéal pour un professionnel cherchant à évoluer dans un environnement collaboratif avec des valeurs solides.

Qualifications

• CPA avec une solide expérience dans des entreprises de distribution, fabrication ou basées sur l'inventaire.
• Expérience en reporting pour des fonds d'investissement privé et intégration M&A est un plus.
• Pratique avec Excel et des systèmes ERP.

Responsibilities

• Diriger le reporting financier mensuel et trimestriel avec analyse et recommandations.
• Gérer la budgétisation, la prévision et la modélisation financière.
• Superviser la gestion des flux de trésorerie et des opérations de crédit.

Skills

Financial Management

Budgeting

Forecasting

Risk Management

Cash Management

Private Equity Reporting

Multi-entity Operations

Education

CPA

Tools

Excel

ERP Systems

Job description

We are partnering on a confidential search for a Director of Finance at a well-established, high-growth distributor of specialized instrumentation devices located in the West GTA. The business has scaled to nine-figure revenue, by both strong organic growth and a focused acquisition strategy. Backed by a respected private equity firm, the company is preparing for a potential transaction in the next few years making this a critical and high-impact hire.

This newly created role reports directly to the CFO and oversees a capable, engaged team of 12 (including three Manager-level direct reports). The Director will take ownership of core financial operations and elevate reporting, modeling, and business partnership capabilities.

The Director will lead all aspects of financial management for the firm, including:

• Management Reporting – lead monthly and quarterly reporting, with analysis and recommendations, to the Leadership Team and PE owners – including KPI development and reporting.
• External Reporting – to support bank covenants, statutory reporting, etc.
• Manage budgeting, forecasting, and financial modelling to support strategic decisions and ongoing growth.
• Cash Management – Cash flow, working capital optimization, currency risk management.
• Supervise credit, collections, vendor payments, payroll and benefits.
• Prepare calculations for bonus and commission programs and ensure alignment with employment agreements.
• Risk management activities including oversight and renewal of corporate insurance policies.
• Audit & Tax – Serve as the key liaison for audit and tax, delivering clean and timely outcomes.
• Manage integration of recent acquisitions into financial systems as well as optimizing synergies with personnel tasks.

We’re seeking a CPA with strong experience in distribution, manufacturing, or inventory-based businesses. The right candidate will be hands-on with Excel and ERP systems, financially disciplined, and commercially aware. Experience with private equity reporting, M&A integration, or multi-entity operations is highly valuable.

Why This Role:

You’ll be joining a high-performing finance team, with strong leadership in place and the opportunity to progress toward a CFO-level mandate. The business is values-driven, well-capitalized, and focused on smart, sustainable growth. This role offers the visibility, complexity, and mentorship that many senior finance professionals are seeking — all within a collaborative hybrid work environment (3 days/week in-office).

If you’re looking to make a strategic next move in your finance career, we encourage you to apply in confidence.