Director, Finance (US Operations)

Jamieson Wellness Inc.; Irvine (CA); Hybrid; USD 144,000 - 216,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Company RRSP (no match)

Employee Share Purchase Plan

Flexible work models

Job summary

Jamieson Wellness Inc. is seeking a Director of Finance (US Operations) to lead the US finance function from Irvine, CA, reporting to the Chief Accounting Officer.

This senior role oversees accounting, treasury, tax, forecasting, and governance for US operations, ensuring alignment with global standards. The successful candidate will partner with the Managing Director to drive strategy, capital allocation, and performance management while building a high-performing finance team and scalable

Qualifications

• University degree in Business, Finance or Accounting.
• CPA designation (Canada/US) or MBA required.
• 10+ years of progressive finance leadership experience.
• Proven ability to influence cross-functional stakeholders.
• Experience leading audits under IFRS.
• Public company, multi-entity, multinational environment experience.
• Strong leadership, communication and organizational skills.
• Experience in CPG manufacturing and US retail/e-commerce.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day accounting and financial responsibilities for US Operations.
• Oversee financial reporting, internal controls, treasury, tax, forecasting and performance management.
• Partner with MD to shape strategy and drive capital allocation.
• Develop and lead KPIs and tools to measure financial performance across functions.
• Train and develop a high-performing US finance team.

Skills

Leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Financial analysis

ERP systems

MS Office

Communication

Education

CPA designation or MBA

University degree in Business, Finance or Accounting

Tools

ERP systems

Copilot

Job description

Career Opportunity at Jamieson Wellness: The position is for youtheory's business*

Job Title: Director, Finance (US Operations)

Department: Finance

Reports to: Chief Accounting Officer; indirect report to Managing Director USA

Location: Irvine, California [3-5 days in office per week]

Job Type: Full-Time

Who We Are

Jamieson Wellness is a growing global health and wellness company with a leading position in Canada. Driven by our purpose of Inspiring Better Lives Everyday, we develop high-quality, trusted natural health products that support wellbeing at every stage of life and in markets around the world.

As leaders in health and wellness since 1922, our portfolio of brands is united by a shared commitment to trust, quality, and long-term impact. Our brands include Jamieson, youtheory, Progressive, Smart Solutions, and Iron Vegan.

Our strong reputation is built on a foundation of quality, innovation, integrity, inclusion, and sustainability, supported by world-class manufacturing and rigorous certification standards. Guided by our core values of Accountability, Respect, Excellence, and Agility, we take ownership, collaborate effectively, and continuously evolve to better serve our consumers.

What You’ll Do

As a key member of the Finance team, you’ll help shape health and wellness outcomes for people around the world.

The Director, Finance (US Operations) is responsible for leading the day-to-day accounting and financial responsibilities, financial reporting, internal controls, treasury, tax, forecasting and performance management for US Operations. This role is the primary finance executive for the entire US operation, accountable for financial stewardship, governance, performance management and strategic decision making.

The role partners with the Managing Director to shape strategy, allocate capital, manage risk, and drive growth, while ensuring the US operation operates in full alignment with Jamieson's global finance, accounting and governance standards. The role acts as a key bridge between corporate finance and US leadership, translating strategy into execution while providing independent financial challenges, insight and leadership.

The Director, Finance, is highly influential across the business, leading the development and maintenance of KPIs and tools to measure financial performance across commercial, operational and support functions. The Director will train, develop and lead a high-performing finance team to identify opportunities and provide recommendations aligned with the business’ short-term and long-term objectives.

Specific Key Responsibilities & Duties

• The primary finance executive for the entire US operations, accountable for financial integrity, governance and performance outcomes
• A trusted advisor to the Managing Director and US leadership team on strategy, investments, risk and opportunities
• Drive a culture of high performance, accountability, and continuous improvement within the finance team; foster collaboration between other departments to drive business alignment and shared success
• Lead, coach and develop the US finance team, building succession and growing capabilities within the team
• Represent the US business in enterprise finance related matters, including planning cycles, LRP and other transformational initiatives; supporting the strategy, translating it into financial plans, and enabling execution
• Provide financial analysis and recommendations on key commercial and operational decisions for the US operations
• Accountable for end-to-end finance and accounting functions, including consolidation, reporting, cash management, payroll, operational and commercial finance
• Ensure compliance with local regulations and global financial policies (IFRS), delivering accurate and timely reporting
• Ensure compliance with corporate finance policies, internal controls, while customizing for the US were applicable

Tax & Treasury

• Oversee all tax planning activities, transfer pricing, compliance, and reporting in the US, ensuring efficiency and adherence to regulatory requirements
• Manage cash flow, working capital, and local banking relationships to support operational and growth needs

Business Partnership & Strategic Planning

• Lead the multi-year financial planning (LRP), including the AOP/budget, latest estimates, with clear assumptions and alignment to enterprise strategies.
• Evaluate capital investments, pricing strategies, business cases, margin improvement initiatives and other alternatives (make/buy decisions) to maximize enterprise ROI and cash flow.
• Partner with commercial, supply chain, operations and US leadership team to drive process improvement initiatives and financial accountability for budgets with scorecards, KPIs and other tools to improve operating efficiencies.
• Support the negotiation of major contracts, evaluating their impact to the business and overall strategy
• Drive execution of significant opportunities and risks (e.g. business opportunities, liquidations on exposure, optimization initiatives, etc.)
• Establish and continuously elevate the finance operating model for the US, including role clarity, capability development and resource planning.
• Partner with the MD to build a high-performing cross-functional leadership team, fostering a culture of innovation and accountability, while owning the strategy, cadence and follow through for engagement actions
• Run headcount governance (planning, approvals, pacing, trade-offs) to protect the P&L while ensuring strategic resources are priorities, critical roles are filled, improving organizational discipline and resource allocation across functions.
• Identify and lead automation opportunities which reduce manual work, leveraging AI to transform transactional work and improve decision making across the business

Transformational & Systems Leadership

• Be the US finance lead and sponsor of systems improvements including ERP, to drive value for the business, system controls and user adoption.
• Lead the standardization and simplification of finance process in line with global design and operating effectiveness.
• Lead the financial decision making on complex transformation changes, including the category and channel expansion, digital initiatives, AI adoption, cross-border implications and other strategic initiatives.

What You Bring

You bring curiosity, collaboration, and a desire to do meaningful work. You may bring experience in:

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Requirements

• University degree in Business, Finance or Accounting.
• Canada or US CPA designation or MBA required.
• 10+ years of progressive finance leadership experience, including at least 3 years in a senior role.
• Proven ability to influence cross-functional stakeholders and support business outcomes.
• Experience successfully leading full-scope financial audits for enterprises under IFRS.
• Experience in a public company, multi-entity, multinational cross-border environment.
• Strong leadership, communication and organizational skills.
• Experience in the CPG manufacturing industry.
• Experience working with US-based customers and strong knowledge of the retail trade and e-commerce environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Copilot and ERP systems.
• Manage a team of 6 – 9 direct and indirect reports

Don’t meet all requirement?

We still encourage you to apply. Research shows some people only apply when they meet every qualification, but we value diverse experiences, perspectives, and transferable skills.

Compensation

Jamieson Wellness offers a competitive total rewards package designed to support your well-being and professional growth. This includes base pay, eligibility for our Short-Term Incentive Program, and a comprehensive benefits offering.

For this role, the posting range is $143,900.00 - $215,900.00, which reflects the full salary range of the position. Final compensation will be determined based on factors such as relevant experience, level of education, role scope, and other professional qualifications aligned with the requirements and complexity of this position.

Why Join Jamieson Wellness

• Health & Wellness: Competitive benefits, wellness programs, and product discounts,
• Financial Security: Company‑paid RRSP (no match required) and an Employee Share Purchase Plan
• Flexibility & Balance: Flexible work models and respect for personal time
• Growth & Development: Learning opportunities, career pathways, and meaningful performance conversations
• Purpose & Impact: Work for an organization committed to improving health and making a positive global impact

Our Commitment to Inclusion and Belonging

Inclusion and belonging are foundational to our culture.

At Jamieson, belonging is at the heart of how we work. We value diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging, and believe our differences drive innovation and stronger decisions. Our goal is simple: a workplace where everyone feels safe, supported, and able to thrive. For more information on our commitments to people and planet, please read our latest Sustainability report and DEIB policy.

If you require any accommodation during our hiring process, please let us know. We’re committed to making the experience accessible and equitable for all, and we’ll work together to find the right solution.

How We Hire

We sometimes use AI tools to suggest candidates, but every application we receive is reviewed by a real human and final hiring decisions are made by your future people leader