VP, Finance

Wolseley Canada Inc.; Burlington; On-site; CAD 150,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Career development opportunities

Life insurance and wellness program

Retirement savings with employer contribution

Paid vacation and sick time

Bonus programs including profit sharing

Employee discounts

Education reimbursement

Safety shoe reimbursement

Job summary

A leading wholesale distributor of industrial products in Canada seeks a Vice President, Finance to provide strategic leadership and drive operational excellence. This role requires over 10 years of progressive finance leadership experience, a strong business finance acumen, and the ability to influence across various organizational levels. The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor’s degree along with a CPA/CMA or MBA. Comprehensive benefits and career development opportunities are offered.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of progressive finance leadership experience.
• Experience in wholesale distribution or CPG/manufacturing.
• Strong ability to influence strategic decisions.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute financial strategies aligned with long-term business goals.
• Analyze financial data to identify trends and opportunities.
• Lead financial performance and reporting for data-driven decision-making.
• Lead finance connectivity with multi-site operations and global counterparts.
• Develop and mentor finance leadership to build a high‑performing team.

Skills

Business finance acumen

Strategic insights

Financial data analysis

Collaborative leadership style

Emotional intelligence

Bilingual (English/French)

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field

CPA/CMA or MBA preferred

Job description

At Wolseley Canada, our leading-edge is the knowledge and insight found in every corner of our organization. Here, you’ll build strong relationships and support critical industries that touch the lives of Canadians. Every day, we show up with intention and pride; in ourselves, our associates, and our customers. You’ll have a solid foundation to try new things, uncover new possibilities, challenge yourself, and grow your career. Does this sound like somewhere you’d like to be?

Wolseley Canada is the leading wholesale distributor of plumbing, HVAC/R, waterworks and industrial products in the country and working here means, a network of possibilities, a place you are valued and a higher standard.

Join the Pros!

The Vice President, Finance is a key member of the Canadian leadership team and a strategic business partner to the President and executive leadership. This role goes beyond transactional finance—it is focused on business finance, strategic insights, and driving operational excellence. You will lead financial strategy, enable data-driven decision-making, and ensure strong connectivity between finance and the business.

This position requires a forward-thinking leader with exceptional business acumen, high emotional intelligence, and the ability to influence at all levels. You will play a pivotal role in shaping financial performance and challenging the status quo to raise the bar across the organization.

What’s in it for you?

• Comprehensive benefits with premiums fully paid for by the company for the “Core” package starting the first day of employment.
• Career development and training opportunities
• Life insurance, disability and wellness program
• Retirement savings programs including RRSP and DC pension with up to 5.25% employer contribution
• Paid vacation and sick time and day off on your birthday!
• Bonus programs that include annual performance and profit sharing
• Employee discounts on top brands of plumbing and HVAC/R products
• Education reimbursement for employees
• Employee referral program
• Safety shoe reimbursement

What you will do:

Strategic Leadership

• Provide oversight for Business Finance, Corporate Finance & Strategy, Pricing, Credit & Collections, Accounts Payable, and Data Analytics teams.
• Develop and execute financial strategies aligned with long-term business goals.
• Partner with senior leadership to influence strategic decisions and deliver measurable results.

Business Partnership

• Build strong relationships with Canadian leadership, functional leaders, and U.S. counterparts.
• Act as a trusted advisor, providing insights that drive profitability and operational efficiency.

Financial Performance & Analytics

• Improve forecasting accuracy and predictability to reduce surprises and enhance forward-looking insights.
• Analyze financial and operational data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities.
• Drive advanced analytics and reporting capabilities for data-driven decision-making.

Operational Excellence

• Optimize pricing, credit risk management, and accounts payable processes.
• Assess and refine finance-business connectivity, including touchpoints, processes, and reporting.
• Raise the bar and thoughtfully challenge existing processes.

Leadership & Talent Development

• Inspire and enable finance leaders to develop their teams through strategic coaching.
• Review team structure and talent for efficiency and alignment.
• Foster a high-performance culture grounded in psychological safety, openness, and speed.
• Drive cultural alignment and team engagement.

What you will bring:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field; CPA/CMA or MBA preferred
• 10+ years of progressive finance leadership experience, including P&L responsibility and working capital management.
• Wholesale distribution industry experience strongly preferred; CPG/manufacturing will also be considered.
• Experience within complex, multi-site national organizations required.
• Strong business finance acumen and ability to partner with business leaders.
• Exceptional business insight and strategic thinking.
• High emotional intelligence and collaborative leadership style.
• Curious, adaptable, and able to challenge the status quo respectfully.
• Additional: Bilingual (English/French) is a plus; ability to travel (~10%).

Each resume submitted gets individually reviewed by our team and retained for 24 months if other new and exciting opportunities arise that match your skills and qualifications.

Please note: This position requires the result of a satisfactory criminal record check. A record under the Criminal Code and/or other federal offence record(s) does not automatically mean you will be ineligible for the position.