VP of Finance

Outhire Inc; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 250,000 - 290,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction company in Mississauga is seeking a VP of Finance to oversee financial operations and strategic planning. The ideal candidate will have a CPA designation with experience in the construction industry and public accounting. This role offers a competitive salary ranging from $250,000 to $290,000 and includes a discretionary cash bonus. Enjoy perks like extended health benefits, a vehicle allowance, and professional development support as you work in a permanently in-office setting with a clear path to CFO.

Benefits

Extended Health Benefits

Vehicle Allowance

6 weeks’ vacation

CPA Dues Support

Professional Development Support

Qualifications

• CPA designation required.
• Experience in the construction or related sectors such as infrastructure.
• Public accounting firm background preferred at senior manager level or above.

Responsibilities

• Oversee full financial cycle including AP, AR, payroll.
• Lead annual audit process and coordinate with external accounting firm.
• Manage team development and financial operations.

Skills

CPA designation

Construction industry experience

Public accounting background

Tools

Jonas ERP system

Job description

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Title

VP of Finance, Construction

Salary Range

$250,000 - $290,000

Cash Bonus

Discretionary

Long Term Incentive

DPSP (company match up to $3,000)

The Perks

• Extended Health Benefits
• Vehicle Allowance
• 6 weeks’ vacation
• CPA Dues Support
• Professional Development Support

Location

Mississauga, ON

The Office

Permanently In-Office (with quarterly travel to BC)

Team Size

Team of 18 people across the country with 5 direct reports

The Role

A senior leadership position overseeing all financial operations, strategic planning, and team development for a growing multi‑provincial construction company with a clear path to CFO.

Operational Oversight & Financial Management (60%)

• Oversee full financial cycle including AP, AR, payroll, job costing, and tax compliance
• Manage monthly bank covenant certifications and compliance requirements
• Lead annual audit process and coordinate with external accounting firm
• Monitor cash flow and work closely with executive team on capital expenditure decisions
• Maintain internal controls to ensure segregation of duties and prevent fraud
• Master Jonas ERP system to generate reports and provide insights to VPs and ownership
• Serve as backup to Controller for day‑to‑day financial operations
• Provide direct oversight of BC accounting operations and address performance issues
• Oversee purchasing department operations including change order approvals and execution

Strategic Leadership & Special Projects (25%)

• Collaborate with senior leadership on financial matters and strategic direction
• Lead cost‑to‑complete forecasting and budgeting processes
• Drive improvements to purchasing department including analytics, software, and deal optimization
• Research and recommend consultants for corporate structure optimization initiatives
• Explore and develop future employee incentive and share program models
• Evaluate ERP systems for future scalability and enhanced analytics capabilities

People Leadership & Team Development (15%)

• Manage Controller, Accounting Manager, BC Manager, and Purchasing Manager
• Mentor and develop high‑potential team members for future leadership roles
• Foster collaborative team culture focused on continuous improvement

The Company

A well‑established, privately‑owned specialty construction subcontractor with over 90 years of history and operations across multiple provinces. The organization is led by a young, ambitious executive team with plans to scale nationally and eventually internationally.

The Opportunity

Join a thriving construction firm at a pivotal stage of growth with a clear pathway to CFO as the company expands. Ideal for a CPA with construction or related industry experience who wants to move beyond operational finance into strategic leadership, working alongside an ambitious executive team building something significant.

The Expectations Timeline Preview

By Month 1

• Learn the Jonas ERP system and begin building proficiency with reporting capabilities
• Meet and establish relationships with all VPs, SVPs, and department leaders
• Understand current financial processes and reporting structures
• Begin supporting the accounting and purchasing teams

By Month 3

• Master Jonas system inside and out including all reporting functions
• Build trust and comfort with direct reports and broader team
• Independently manage the finance department day‑to‑day operations
• Demonstrate capability to maintain department operations without supervision

By Month 6

• Present recommendations for purchasing department improvements and analytics
• Begin research and meetings with consultants for corporate structure initiatives
• Drive improvements to BC office accounting operations
• Contribute to strategic planning discussions with senior leadership

By Month 12

• Demonstrate strong collaboration with President, SVPs, and CEO on company direction
• Show measurable progress on strategic initiatives with consultants engaged
• Lead audit process ahead of schedule with minimal team stress
• Position for potential CFO title as strategic projects advance

The Skill Set

• CPA designation required
• Construction industry experience (or related fields such as infrastructure, home building, or engineering)
• Public accounting firm background preferred (senior manager level or above)

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