Finance Director

Targeted Talent; North Vancouver; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in retail seeks a Director of Financial Planning and Analysis to guide financial operations and strategy. The ideal candidate will oversee a team, ensure financial compliance, and contribute to strategic improvements. A Canadian CPA designation and significant leadership experience are crucial for success in this senior role.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of senior leadership experience in related roles.
• Experience managing teams and providing financial stewardship.
• Preference for candidates with retail or wholesale environment experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead comprehensive financial planning, analysis, and reporting for the Retail division.
• Prepare business cases and conduct cost-benefit analyses for projects.
• Mentor team members and supervise employee performance.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Presentation skills

Leadership qualities

Education

Canadian CPA designation

Tools

Financial software

Analysis/reporting tools

Job description

Job Title: Director of Financial Planning and Analysis

The Director provides expert advice and guidance, leading a comprehensive suite of financial planning, analysis, reporting, and risk management services to support the Retail division’s strategic objectives. The Director oversees the Finance Retail Group’s team of financial managers and is accountable for achieving performance standards, including service targets.

Accountabilities

1. Meet the Retail Division’s financial and business requirements, aligning with client goals and strategic objectives.
2. Interpret and prepare financial reports and client strategic objectives in accordance with deadlines, budgets, forecasts, variances, and KPIs.
3. Prepare business cases, including cost-benefit analyses, for current and proposed projects, strategies, system enhancements, policy changes, and initiatives.
4. Lead the Finance Retail operations support team in functions such as inventory oversight, transaction audits, cash management, customer account management, and contract compliance.
5. Contribute to continual improvement through business transformation projects and collaboration with the CFO and other Directors.
6. Oversee regulatory compliance activities related to liquor distribution policies and regulations.
7. Mentor team members to ensure technical expertise, engagement, and professional growth.
8. Supervise employee performance, conduct assessments, issue disciplinary actions, and recommend terminations when necessary.
9. Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, including IT and Corporate Loss Prevention departments.
10. Supervise up to 4 employees directly.
11. Perform additional duties as assigned by the CFO.

Education and Experience

• Canadian CPA designation in good standing; foreign credentials must be assessed for Canadian equivalency.
• At least 5 years of senior leadership experience in related roles.
• Experience managing teams, change initiatives, and providing financial stewardship and advice.

Preference may be given to candidates with experience in large retail or wholesale environments.

Knowledge

• Accounting standards (GAAP, IFRS)
• Strategic and operational planning, project management, change leadership
• Financial software and analysis/reporting tools

Skills and Abilities

• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, analytical, and presentation skills
• Ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple priorities under tight timelines
• Leadership qualities to inspire teams and improve client service