Vice President, Finance

BJRC Recruiting; Toronto; On-site; CAD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A financial recruitment firm is seeking a Vice President of Finance to join an executive leadership team in Toronto, Canada. The ideal candidate will have over 15 years of finance experience and a strong background in managing Canadian and U.S. operations. This is a leadership role focused on financial planning, oversight, and team development. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are essential. CPA designation required.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of progressive senior finance experience with a leadership focus.
• Proven experience managing Canadian and U.S. operations.
• Holds a Canadian CPA designation; U.S. CPA is a strong asset.

Responsibilities

• Act as a strategic financial advisor to executive leadership.
• Lead financial planning and analysis (FP&A), including budgeting and forecasting.
• Oversee accounting activities, including annual audits and reviews.

Skills

Leadership

Financial analysis

Budgeting

Project management

Tax compliance

Change management

Interpersonal communication

Education

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

Master's degree

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

About the Role

We are seeking a dynamic and hands-on Vice President of Finance to join our client’s executive leadership team. This is a key strategic role that combines leadership, operational execution, and financial stewardship. The VP Finance will serve as a trusted advisor to executive management and will be responsible for overseeing all financial aspects of the company’s Canadian and U.S. operations.

This role is ideal for a versatile finance leader who thrives in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment and brings a strong generalist background with experience building, scaling, and evolving finance functions.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as a strategic financial advisor to executive leadership, supporting data-driven decision making
• Lead financial planning & analysis (FP&A), including budgeting, forecasting
• Manage project accounting activities including budget tracking, cost analysis, forecasting and financial reporting to ensure alignment with project goals and timelines
• Oversee accounting activities, including annual audits and reviews
• Manage internal and external financial reporting
• Continuously improve finance-related processes and controls
• Lead HR and payroll operations for both Canada and the U.S.
• Coordinate tax compliance (including transfer pricing) with local tax advisors and headquarters
• Oversee and coordinate corporate legal with external legal counsel
• Coordinate insurance requirements with global insurance expert
• Maintain and manage relationships with banking partners
• Oversee general administration (e.g. office management, car fleet, cell phones)
• Develop and mentor a high-performing finance & administration team

Upcoming Projects

• Leading the implementation and ongoing maintenance of a new ERP system
• Selecting and implementing a new payroll provider service

Qualifications & Experience

• 15+ years of progressive senior finance experience, with at least 7 years in a leadership role
• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field required; Master’s degree preferred
• Proven experience managing both Canadian and U.S. business operations
• Strong background in project-based industries; experience in construction or related fields is highly desirable
• Demonstrated success in building and scaling finance teams / systems for mid-sized enterprises
• Hands-on, adaptable, and solutions-oriented mindset with the ability to lead in fast-paced, evolving environments
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with a collaborative leadership style
• Skilled in change management and implementing organizational structures, processes and systems
• Holds a Canadian CPA designation; U.S. CPA is considered a strong asset
• Proficiency in IFRS and US GAAP is highly desirable