Managerial CFO - Developer - Burlington/Hamilton

Michael Page; Toronto; On-site; CAD 250,000 - 350,000; Full time

Job summary

Michael Page is seeking a CFO for a rapidly growing high‑rise residential developer in the Burlington/Hamilton area. This role provides strategic financial leadership to scale development across the GTA, overseeing accounting, budgeting, forecasting, risk management, capital planning and investor relations while building robust financial systems.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years of progressive financial leadership, a CPA designation, and strong experience in construction development or real

Qualifications

• CPA designation required.
• 10+ years of progressive financial leadership experience.
• Experience in construction development, real estate, or project‑based industries preferred.
• Strong analytical, strategic thinking and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic financial leadership to support growth and profitability.
• Oversee accounting, budgeting, forecasting, risk management, and investor relations.
• Lead capital planning, debt financing, and fundraising across multiple projects.
• Build scalable financial systems and internal controls to support expansion.

Skills

CPA designation

Strategic leadership

Financial planning

Communication

Job description

A rapidly Growing High-Rise Residential Developer based in the Burlington/Hamilton area is looking for their new Managerial and highly strategic focused CFO to assist with continued company growth.

Our client is a rapidly growing and highly respected Mid & High-rise Residential Developer with development projects across the GTA and further West.

Description

Position Overview

The CFO will provide strategic financial leadership to support the company's continued growth, profitability, and operational excellence. This role will oversee all financial functions including accounting, budgeting, forecasting, risk management, capital planning, and investor relations while building strong financial systems and structures that support a scaling construction development environment.

The ideal candidate has deep experience in construction, real estate development, or related project‑based industries, and thrives in a dynamic, entrepreneurial environment.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership & Planning

• Partner with the CEO and executive team to develop long-term financial strategies that align with organizational goals.
• Lead financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting processes across all business units.
• Provide financial insights and recommendations to guide decision-making on land acquisitions, new developments, partnerships, and capital investments.
• Drive financial modelling for development proformas, project feasibility, and ROI analysis.

Financial Operations Management

• Oversee day-to-day accounting, cash flow management, payroll, and financial reporting.
• Ensure accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Build and enhance internal financial controls, policies, and procedures.
• Implement scalable systems and tools to support company growth.

Capital & Funding Management

• Manage debt financing, banking relationships, and capital structure.
• Lead fundraising efforts including construction financing, development loans, and equity partnerships.
• Optimize liquidity and capital allocation across multiple active projects.
• Oversee all financial, contractual, and regulatory risk management processes.
• Ensure compliance with Canadian accounting standards, CRA requirements, and provincial regulations.
• Develop strategies for cost control, margin improvement, and risk mitigation.
• Lead and mentor a growing finance and accounting team.
• Foster a culture of accountability, accuracy, and continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with project managers, estimators, and operations to ensure alignment between financial and project performance.

Profile

Qualifications & Requirements

• CPA designation required (CA, CMA, or CGA).
• 10+ years of progressive financial leadership experience, including 5+ years at a senior leadership or executive level.
• A strategic focus and proven ability to generate and secure investment.
• Experience in construction development, real estate, or project based industries is strongly preferred.
• Strong understanding of development financing, construction billing cycles, and cost to complete forecasting.
• Proven track record of building financial systems and teams in a growing company.
• Exceptional analytical, strategic thinking, and communication skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial, and evolving environment.

Job Offer

A base salary of up to $300,000

Overall package up to around $350,000

A tailored benefits/bonus package based on your requirements and set targets and objectives

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class otherwise protected under applicable human rights legislation. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled and all other qualified applicants