Finance Director

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

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Director of Finance to provide expert guidance and oversee the Finance Retail Group. The successful candidate will lead financial operations and ensure alignment with strategic goals while developing team members' expertise. Ideal for candidates with senior leadership experience in finance, particularly in retail environments.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of senior leadership experience in finance.
• Experience managing teams and providing financial advice.

Responsibilities

• Manage financial planning, analysis, and risk management services.
• Guide finance team in meeting performance standards and strategic objectives.
• Lead regulatory compliance activities related to liquor distribution.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Presentation skills

Education

Canadian CPA designation

Tools

Financial software

Job description

Job Description

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 responsible for achieving performance standards, including service targets.

Accountabilities

• Meet the Retail Division’s financial and business requirements, aligning with client goals and strategic objectives.
• Interpret and prepare financials and client strategic objectives in accordance with deadlines, budgets, forecasts, variances, and KPI initiatives.
• Prepare business cases, including cost-benefit analyses, for projects, strategies, system enhancements, policy changes, and initiatives.
• Lead the Finance Retail operations support team in functions such as retail inventory oversight, transaction audits, cash management, account information management, and compliance activities.
• Contribute to business transformation projects and collaborate with the CFO and other Finance Directors for continuous improvement.
• Lead regulatory compliance activities related to liquor distribution policies and regulations.
• Mentor team members, ensuring their technical expertise, engagement, and development through coaching and team building.
• Supervise employee performance, conduct assessments, issue disciplinary actions, and recommend terminations to the General Manager.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, including IT and Corporate Loss Prevention departments.
• Supervise up to 4 employees directly.
• 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 recent senior leadership experience in finance.
• Experience managing teams, change initiatives, and providing financial advice.

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

Knowledge

• Accounting standards such as GAAP and IFRS.
• Strategic planning, project management, and change leadership.
• Financial software and reporting tools.

Skills and Abilities

• Strong interpersonal, organizational, analytical, and presentation skills.
• Ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple priorities.
• Leadership qualities to inspire and direct teams and improve client service.