Director of Financial Planning and Analysis

ZipRecruiter; Toronto; On-site; CAD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive group in Canada is looking for a Director of Financial Planning & Analysis to drive financial performance and support strategic decisions. The role involves leading the FP&A team, providing insights to executive leadership, and evaluating M&A activities. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills and experience in corporate finance, preferably in the automotive sector.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in FP&A or corporate finance.
• Proven leadership in financial insights delivery.

Responsibilities

• Lead the FP&A team in budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.
• Provide insights to the CFO for strategic decisions.
• Manage a team of financial analysts.

Skills

Analytical Mindset

Business Acumen

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance

MBA or CPA/CFA

Tools

Excel

Power BI

Looker

Job description

Job Description

Company Background:

Dilawri Group of Companies is Canada's largest automotive group, with 83 franchised dealerships representing 38 global brands across Canada and the US. Our dealerships are located in Toronto, Montreal, Calgary, Regina, and Vancouver. Family-owned since 1986, Dilawri employs over 4,000 staff.

Position Summary:

We are seeking a strategic and hands-on Director of Financial Planning & Analysis to lead our financial planning and analysis functions within a dynamic and growing automotive dealership group. This role is crucial for driving financial performance through actionable insights, supporting strategic decisions, and facilitating key M&A initiatives. The ideal candidate will have a strong analytical mindset, business acumen, and excellent communication skills to convey complex financial concepts clearly. This position is based at our downtown Toronto office and reports to the EVP & CFO of Dilawri Group of Companies.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Lead the FP&A team, including internal reporting, budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, and financial modeling.
2. Provide data-driven insights and recommendations to the CFO and executive leadership to inform operational and strategic decisions.
3. Develop and maintain dashboards and KPIs to monitor performance across all dealership locations and brands.
4. Collaborate with regional teams to understand performance drivers, identify margin improvement opportunities, and support growth initiatives.
5. Evaluate and support M&A activities, including financial due diligence, modeling, and post-deal integration.
6. Improve financial processes, reporting tools, and forecasting methods for better accuracy and efficiency.
7. Manage, mentor, and develop a team of 2–3 financial analysts, fostering a high-performance culture.

Qualifications:

1. Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field; MBA or CPA/CFA preferred.
2. 8+ years of progressive experience in FP&A, corporate finance, or investment banking, preferably with automotive, retail, or multi-unit business exposure.
3. Proven leadership in teams and delivering high-quality financial insights.
4. Experience in M&A, including financial modeling, due diligence, and valuation.
5. Advanced Excel and financial modeling skills; familiarity with CDK, Power BI, and Looker is advantageous.
6. Excellent communication and presentation skills, capable of influencing at all organizational levels.
7. Self-motivated with a strong work ethic, thriving in a fast-paced, evolving environment.