Director Of Finance

The Mason Group Inc; Toronto; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Canadian retailer in fitness equipment is seeking a Director of Finance in Toronto to lead financial operations. The ideal candidate will possess over 5 years of experience in financial leadership roles, preferably in retail or e-commerce. You will drive financial strategy, ensure accurate financial reporting, and lead a high-performing finance team. Competitive salary and opportunities for professional growth are offered.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in financial leadership roles in high-growth environments.
• Experience in inventory-intensive industries such as retail or e-commerce.
• Proficient in financial modeling, reporting, and planning.

Responsibilities

• Design financial strategies that support company growth.
• Ensure timely preparation of financial statements.
• Lead the annual budget process and rolling forecasts.

Skills

Financial modeling

Budgeting

Strategic thinking

Cash flow management

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance or Accounting

CPA, CFA, or MBA (preferred)

Tools

ERP systems (e.g., ODOO)

Job description

Director of Finance

Employment Type: Permanent

Location: Toronto, Ontario

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Job Description:

Our client is a leading Canadian retailer specializing in fitness equipment, with a strong commitment to promoting health, wellness, and accessible fitness solutions. As they continue to experience rapid growth, they are seeking a forward-thinking, execution-focused Director of Finance to lead the financial operations and support the next stages of growth.

Responsibilities of the Director of Finance include:

1. Financial Strategy & Planning: Design and execute financial strategies that align with the company’s goals, drive long-term growth, and support major business decisions.
2. Financial Systems & Process Improvement: Improve and streamline financial systems, tools, and workflows to support accuracy, efficiency, and scalability as the company grows.
3. Financial Reporting: Ensure the timely and accurate preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, providing insights to the Board and executive team.
4. Budgeting & Forecasting: Lead the annual budget process and rolling forecasts, including the development of financial models, variance analysis, and scenario planning.
5. Team Leadership: Build, manage, and mentor a high-performing finance and accounting team. Identify talent needs and create structure, training, and performance expectations to support excellence.
6. Cash Flow & Risk Management: Monitor short and long-term cash flow and working capital. Identify financial risks and implement mitigation plans to protect business continuity.
7. Cost Optimization: Analyze financial performance to uncover areas of inefficiency or overspending. Recommend and implement strategies to improve profitability across all business functions.
8. Tax Planning: Lead tax strategy and filings, working with external advisors when necessary.

Job Requirements:

1. Experience: 5+ years in financial leadership roles, with proven success in high-growth environments. Experience in inventory-intensive industries such as retail, e-commerce, or manufacturing is strongly preferred.
2. Education: Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field; CPA, CFA, or MBA preferred.
3. Technical Skills: Strong proficiency in financial modeling, reporting, budgeting, and planning. Familiarity with ERP systems (e.g., ODOO) and financial tools.
4. Leadership: Demonstrated experience building and leading finance teams, implementing process improvements, and creating high accountability cultures.
5. Strategic Thinking: Ability to connect financial insights to broader business strategy. Skilled in identifying opportunities for growth and optimization.
6. Analytical & Communication Skills: Excellent analytical capabilities with the ability to distill complex financial information into actionable insights and communicate effectively across departments.

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