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Director, Financial Planning & Analysis; Finance Jobs in Toronto, Canada at vaco
Position: Director, Financial Planning & Analysis (Finance)
About the Company Our client services the construction and buildings sector. They are looking for a Director of Finance who will be responsible for accounting and controllership expertise to lead the accounting and finance function in a growing, operationally complex environment.
This role is ideal for an someone who has recently stepped into a Director role (or is a senior Controller operating at that level), thrives in imperfect systems, and is motivated by ownership, influence, and growth.
You will own the full accounting function, strengthen controls and processes, and partner closely with operations and senior leadership to support continued scale.
Senior level finance leadership role with real ownership and influence
~ Opportunity to build, modernize, and scale the finance function
~ Exposure to acquisitions and post-acquisition integration
~ Financial Leadership and Responsibilities Lead and manage the finance and accounting team, including Controllership, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and external resources as applicable Own the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and consistency Ensure accuracy of monthly financial results at the Group, Divisional and Branch levels Direct all aspects of accounting, including but not limited to revenue recognition, inventory, WIP, receivables, payables, and fixed assets Develop and maintain all necessary accounting policies;
seen as the subject matter expert in accounting Ensure financial records are maintained in accordance with ASPE and GAAP
~ Controls, Compliance, and Risk Design, implement, and continuously improve internal controls to protect company assets and mitigate risk of error and fraud Lead all accounting and corporate tax compliance activities, coordinating with external advisors on corporate tax filings, review engagements, and other projects
Monitor compliance with federal, provincial, and regulatory requirements relevant to the business
Process Improvement and Systems Identify opportunities to improve efficiency through process redesign, automation, and system enhancements Work effectively within evolving systems, driving efficiencies through improvements Partner on future system implementations or upgrades as the business scales
~ Leadership and Collaboration Mentor and develop the team (currently 3 direct reports), building team capacity, bench strength and technical capability Manage and direct team priorities to ensure delivery of critical objectives while supporting the changing needs of the organization Partner cross-functionally with Operations, Sales, and Executive Leadership to support business objectives Lead financial integration of acquired companies Act as a trusted finance partner who knows the details and is willing to roll up their sleeves
7–10+ years of progressive experience in accounting and finance, including:
~ Corporate Controller and/or Director of Finance roles
~ Strong full-cycle accounting background
~ Experience in a growing, entrepreneurial, or operationally complex business (field services, industrial, construction, or project-based environments strongly valued)
Vaco by Highspring values a diverse workplace and strongly encourages women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply.
Vaco by Highspring is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race (including but not limited to traits historically associated with race such as hair texture and hair style), color, sex (includes pregnancy or related conditions), religion or creed, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, status as a veteran, union membership, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, political affiliation, or any other protected characteristics as required by federal, state or local law.
Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Vaco by…
Title: Director, Financial Planning & Analysis; Finance
Company: vaco
Location: Toronto, Canada
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