Director of Finance

Progressive Placement Services Ltd.; Toronto; On-site; CAD 135,000 - 156,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the finance sector is seeking a Director of Finance to oversee all financial operations and strategy, ensuring sustainable growth and profitability. The ideal candidate will be responsible for financial planning, reporting, and analysis, leading cross-functional initiatives, and mentoring finance teams.

Benefits

Casual dress

Company events

Dental care

Disability insurance

Extended health care

Life insurance

On-site parking

RRSP match

Tuition reimbursement

Qualifications

• Bachelor's/Master's in finance/accounting is preferred.
• Professional Designation desired, MBA or CPA preferred.
• 5 years in a senior financial management role preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting.
• Oversee financial reporting and lead financial analysis.
• Conduct risk analysis and implement management practices.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem Solving

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in finance, accounting or a related field

Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA)

Job description

Benefits

• Casual dress
• Company events
• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• RRSP match
• Tuition reimbursement

Full job description

OverviewWe are seeking a dynamic and experienced Director of Finance to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for overseeing all financial aspects of our organization and driving the company's financial strategy to foster sustainable growth and profitability.
This includes financial planning, preparing and analyzing financial statements, financial reporting, and utilizing your strong analytical skills to provide insights and recommendations to drive business growth. You will work closely with cross-functional teams and executives to ensure the financial success of the organization.
Key to the role is communication and leadership. This position mentors, manages and supports the development of on site staff in Accounting, Admin and HR.
Responsibilities

• Manage financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting processes to ensure financial stability and growth.
• Oversee financial reporting, including monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Lead financial analysis to support strategic decision-making and business development initiatives.
• Supervise account reconciliation processes and ensure accuracy in financial records.
• Provide leadership in cost management strategies to optimize operational efficiency.
• Conduct risk analysis and implement risk management practices to safeguard financial assets.
• Oversee cash management and cash flow planning
• Manage intercompany transactions and bank accounts
• Manage and oversee collections, stepping in to address and resolve difficult accounts
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive corporate finance initiatives.
• policy creation and spending controls
• Compliance and reporting responsibilities; ensure full and current compliance, monitor internal controls, coordinate external government audits
• Support all month and year end processes, including participation in inventory preparation

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in finance, accounting or a related field (preferred)
• Professional Designation is desired, MBA or CPA (preferred)
• Proven experience in a senior financial management role
• Excellent analytical and problem solving skills
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial regulations and taxation
• Leadership experience in mentoring, managing and developing finance teams

Compensation: Will be negotiable and commensurate with experience, starting at $135,000 per yearJob Type: Full-timePay: From $135,000.00 per yearAdditional pay:

• Bonus pay

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Company events
• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• RRSP match
• Tuition reimbursement

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Education:

• Bachelor's Degree (preferred)

Experience:

• Leadership: 5 years (preferred)

License/Certification:

• Chartered Professional Accountant (preferred)