Interim Vice President Finance

LHH Knightsbridge; Windsor; On-site; CAD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Lee Hecht Harrison Knightsbridge Corp. seeks an experienced Interim Finance Consultant to join the Windsor leadership team, driving governance, operational insight, and strategic decision support across flagship manufacturing operations.

The role partners with plant leadership and senior management to translate financial data into actionable insights, ensuring scalable and profitable operations while safeguarding assets.

Qualifications

• CPA designation is required.
• 10+ years of progressive finance or accounting experience, including 3+ years in Controller/VP/CFO roles.
• Manufacturing industry experience with strong cost accounting and inventory management.
• Experience in a recognized accounting firm strongly preferred.
• Advanced Excel skills and ERP/reporting tools (MS Dynamics/Great Plains, Power BI).

Responsibilities

• Lead plant budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting processes.
• Analyze variances versus standards and budgets; prepare monthly and year-to-date financial results.
• Present monthly and year-end financial performance to plant leadership and Finance.
• Ensure strong internal controls, governance, and safeguarding of company assets.
• Prepare ROI analyses and financial evaluations for capital expenditure proposals.
• Monitor capital spending and support capacity expansion initiatives.
• Define and manage key reports, KPIs, and data systems supporting plant operations and Finance.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing divisional finance team.

Skills

Cost accounting

Inventory management

Advanced Excel

Strategic finance

Education

University degree in Business, Accounting, or Finance

CPA designation

Tools

Microsoft Dynamics/Great Plains

Power BI

Job description

Our client, which is a privately held manufacturing organization, is seeking an experienced Interim Finance Consultant to join its leadership team and support its flagship operations. The Windsor division includes multiple production facilities and represents the company’s largest and fastest-growing business unit during a period of significant expansion.

This is a senior finance leadership role, designed to provide strong financial governance, operational insight, and strategic decision support. The Finance Consultant will serve as a critical business partner to plant leadership and senior management—driving performance, supporting growth, and safeguarding the organization’s assets.

This role is well suited to a hands‑on, data‑driven finance leader with deep manufacturing experience who thrives in fast‑paced, growth‑oriented environments and brings both strategic perspective and shop‑floor credibility.

Assignment Overview

The role requires close collaboration with plant management, operations, engineering, and corporate finance to translate financial data into actionable insights and ensure the Windsor operations are positioned to scale efficiently and profitably.

Key Accountabilities:

• Lead plant budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting processes.
• Analyze variances versus standards and budgets; prepare monthly and year‑to‑date financial results.
• Present monthly and year‑end financial performance to plant leadership and Finance.
• Ensure strong internal controls, governance, and safeguarding of company assets.

Operational & Costing Excellence

• Develop and maintain plant overhead standards, including labour models, machine speeds, material yields, and allocation methodologies.
• Provide financial insight into manufacturing efficiency, productivity, and cost drivers.
• Partner closely with operations to translate financial data into improvement initiatives.
• Maintain an active on‑site presence to understand operational performance at ground level.

Capital & Strategic Support

• Prepare ROI analyses and financial evaluations for capital expenditure proposals.
• Monitor capital spending and support capacity expansion initiatives.
• Support strategic projects and cross‑functional operational initiatives with financial insight.
• Define and manage key reports, KPIs, and data systems supporting plant operations and Finance.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a high‑performing divisional finance team.
• Partner effectively with leaders across Operations, Engineering, Supply Chain, and Corporate Finance.
• Participate in cross‑functional KPI, operations, and continuous improvement forums.

Experience & Background

The ideal candidate will bring:

• A university degree in Business, Accounting, or Finance; CPA designation required.
• 10+ years of progressive finance or accounting experience, including 3+ years in a Controller/VP/CFO role.
• Manufacturing industry experience required, with strong cost accounting and inventory management background.
• Experience in a recognized accounting firm strongly preferred.
• Advanced Excel skills and experience with ERP and reporting tools (e.g., Microsoft Dynamics / Great Plains, Power BI).

Capabilities & Attributes

• A strong decision‑support mindset with the ability to convert complex data into clear, actionable insights.
• Hands‑on, detail‑oriented, and comfortable operating in high‑volume manufacturing environments.
• Results‑driven with an ownership mindset and proactive approach to risk management.
• Clear, concise communicator able to partner effectively across all organizational levels.
• Resilient, tenacious, and capable of thriving in a fast‑paced, growth‑focused setting.
• A "boots-on-the-ground" leader who builds credibility through engagement and execution.

Lee Hecht Harrison Knightsbridge Corp. is committed to providing equitable treatment and accommodation to ensure a barrier‑free recruitment process. In accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code, Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and our AODA policy, a request for accommodation will be accepted as part of the hiring process. If you require accommodation to apply or if selected to participate in an assessment process, please provide your accommodation needs in advance to the Recruitment Lead for this opportunity.

We thank all interested candidates in advance; however, only individuals selected for interviews will be contacted.