Our client is a successful Canadian company in BC. They are looking for a Director of Finance to replace a long-term CFO. We are targeting an individual who has excellent leadership skills to build and train a cohesive and productive finance team. Strong skills in technology to streamline processes, create strong SOPs and add value to the company with better use of data throughout the organization. 

You will be responsible for financial planning, risk management, operational efficiency, and regulatory compliance. This position plays a crucial role in supporting executive decision-making by ensuring the integrity of financial data, providing accurate reporting, and optimizing financial performance.

This role requires an exceptional financial leader with expertise in financial governance, pension oversight, internal and external audits, revenue optimization, and cost management, risk mitigation. A proactive approach to innovation, digital transformation, and financial technology advancements is essential.

Ideal candidates will have previous experience working with municipalities or in other public sectors like education or hospitals. Strength with reporting and presenting reports to Boards. 

Key Responsibilities:

Financial Leadership & Strategic Planning

• Develop and execute long-term financial strategies that align with company’s business goals and market trends.
• Provide financial leadership and strategic recommendations to the CFO, CEO, Finance and Audit Committee, Board of Directors, executive leadership team and clients.
• Lead corporate financial planning efforts, including multi-year budgeting, forecasting, and financial modeling.
• Oversee capital planning and investment strategies, ensuring optimal resource allocation.
• Support the transition of financial leadership, ensuring seamless financial oversight.
• Identify and evaluate new revenue opportunities and cost-efficiency strategies.
• Review and approve financial models, pricing structures, and contracts for client proposals, RFPs, and long-term vendor agreements.
• Serve as an authorized signing officer for financial commitments, ensuring contractual alignment with corporate financial strategy.

Financial Operations & Risk Management

• Ensure full compliance with Public Sector Accounting Standards (PSAS), tax regulations, and financial reporting requirements.
• Develop and maintain internal controls and financial policies to safeguard corporate assets and mitigate risks.
• Lead financial audits, risk assessments, and regulatory reporting initiatives.
• Oversee treasury management, cash flow optimization, and financial risk mitigation strategies.
• Maintain and oversee the Corporate Risk Register, ensuring proactive risk identification and mitigation strategies.

Budgeting & Performance Management

• Direct the annual budget planning and delivery process, collaborating with senior leadership.
• Continuously monitor financial performance, conduct variance analysis, and deliver actionable insights to enhance profitability and financial health.
• Implement key financial KPIs and performance metrics to track company success.
• Ensure transparent, data-driven reporting to the CEO, Finance and Audit Committee, Board of Directors, and external stakeholders.
• Drive financial initiatives to strengthen revenue generation, cost optimization, and long-term fiscal sustainability.

Financial Reporting & Compliance

• Ensure the accuracy and timeliness of financial reporting, meeting internal and external requirements.
• Deliver monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports, including profit & loss statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements.
• Oversee compliance with federal, provincial, and industry-specific financial regulations.
• Foster and maintain strategic relationships with external auditors, regulatory bodies, financial institutions, insurance, pension and legal advisors to ensure compliance and financial integrity.

Internal Audit & Loss Prevention

• Develop and enforce internal audit frameworks to safeguard corporate assets, prevent unauthorized system access, and mitigate financial risks.
• Oversee the credit card chargeback dispute process.
• Conduct independent quality assurance audits to enhance service delivery, mitigate risks, and uphold financial controls.

Leadership & Team Development

• Inspire, mentor, and lead the finance and accounting team, cultivating a culture of accountability, innovation, and continuous professional development.
• Oversee finance, accounting, client reporting, and loss prevention teams (12 team members).
• Provide strategic guidance on financial best practices, data-driven decision-making, and risk management frameworks.
• Develop and implement professional development initiatives for the finance team.
• Promote a collaborative cross-functional approach to financial management and decision-making.

Financial Technology, Digital Transformation & Process Improvements

• Maximize operational efficiency by leveraging cutting-edge financial technologies, ERP systems, and automation tools.
• Implement AI-driven financial analytics to enhance reporting accuracy and efficiency.
• Ensure the security, integrity, and compliance of financial data systems.
• Drive digital transformation initiatives to improve financial transparency, reporting accuracy, and operational scalability.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field.
• CPA (CA, CGA, CMA) designation required.
• An MBA or CFA designation is preferred.
• 10+ years of progressive finance and accounting experience, with a strong leadership background.
• Minimum 5 years in a senior leadership role overseeing financial strategy and operations.
• Proven expertise in financial reporting, strategic budgeting, forecasting, and enterprise risk management.
• Expertise in corporate finance, capital planning, financial modeling, and investment strategy.
• Experience in both private and public sectors is an asset, with strong knowledge of corporate governance best practices.
• Advanced proficiency in financial systems, ERP software, and data analytics tools.
• Deep expertise in PSAS, regulatory compliance, revenue recognition and financial governance.
• Excellent leadership, stakeholder engagement, and strategic decision-making skills.
• Ability to communicate financial insights effectively to executive leadership and the Board.
• Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving abilities.
• Demonstrated integrity, discretion, and commitment to corporate governance excellence.
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