Strategic CFO for a Member-Owned Co-op

North Central Co-op CRS; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer-contributed pension

Competitive wages

Recognition programs

Job summary

North Central Co‑op CRS is seeking a Chief Financial Officer to partner with the CEO and lead the organisation’s financial strategy across Finance & Administration, Asset Protection, and IT. You will guide accounting, budgeting, forecasting, tax, and compliance while driving capital planning and investments.

You will collaborate with the Senior Leadership Team and the Board to shape enterprise-wide financial policy and risk management, with extensive travel to co‑op locations across Western

Qualifications

• 10+ years of progressively responsible finance experience.
• 8+ years in senior leadership roles, preferably in retail.
• CPA designation is a requirement and strong interaction with boards and executives.

Responsibilities

• Lead the financial stewardship of the Co‑op, including accounting, budgeting, forecasting, cost management, financial reporting, tax and compliance.
• Partner with the CEO and SLT on strategic planning and policy development.
• Develop and execute North Central Co‑op’s financial strategy, including capital planning, investments, and M&A activity.
• Provide financial insight and economic analysis on pricing, cash flow, capital additions, and competitive trends.
• Anticipate business risks and opportunities, ensuring strong financial controls and regulatory compliance.
• Lead NCC’s Enterprise Risk Management strategy and promote proactive risk awareness.
• Lead and develop high‑performing teams across Finance & Administration, Asset Protection, and IT.
• Collaborate within the CRS to ensure alignment and best practices.
• Support governance and Board reporting within the Co‑op’s governance structure.
• Regular travel to North Central Co‑op locations is required.

Skills

Strategic vision

Operational discipline

Leadership & people mgmt

Board communication

Public speaking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business or Finance

CPA designation

Tools

ERP systems

Financial planning software

Job description

North Central Co‑op CRS is seeking a Chief Financial Officer to partner with the CEO and lead the organisation’s financial strategy across Finance & Administration, Asset Protection, and IT. You will guide accounting, budgeting, forecasting, tax, and compliance while driving capital planning and investments.

You will collaborate with the Senior Leadership Team and the Board to shape enterprise-wide financial policy and risk management, with extensive travel to co‑op locations across Western