Our client, is a leading Canadian retailer specializing in fitness equipment, with a strong commitment to promoting health, wellness, and accessible fitness solutions. As they continue to experience rapid growth, they are seeking a forward-thinking, execution-focused Director of Finance to lead the financial operations and support next stages of growth.
Our client, is a leading Canadian retailer specializing in fitness equipment, with a strong commitment to promoting health, wellness, and accessible fitness solutions. As they continue to experience rapid growth, they are seeking a forward-thinking, execution-focused Director of Finance to lead the financial operations and support next stages of growth.
Responsibilities of the Director of Finance is as follows:
- Financial Strategy & Planning: Design and execute financial strategies that align with the company's goals, drive long-term growth, and support major business decisions.
- Financial Systems & Process Improvement: Improve and streamline financial systems, tools, and workflows to support accuracy, efficiency, and scalability as the company grows.
- Financial Reporting: Ensure timely and accurate preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, providing insights to the Board and executive team.
- Budgeting & Forecasting: Lead the annual budget process and rolling forecasts, including development of financial models, variance analysis, and scenario planning.
- Team Leadership: Build, manage, and mentor a high performing finance and accounting team. Identify talent needs and create structure, training, and performance expectations to support excellence.
- Cash Flow & Risk Management: Monitor short and long-term cash flow and working capital. Identify financial risks and implement mitigation plans to protect business continuity.
- Cost Optimization: Analyze financial performance to uncover areas of inefficiency or overspending. Recommend and implement strategies to improve profitability across all business functions.
- Tax Planning: Lead tax strategy and filings, working with external advisors when necessary.
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- Experience: 5+ years in financial leadership roles, with proven success in high-growth environments. Experience in inventory-intensive industries such as retail, e-commerce, or manufacturing is strongly preferred.
- Education: Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field; CPA, CFA, or MBA preferred.
- Technical Skills: Strong proficiency in financial modeling, reporting, budgeting, and planning. Familiarity with ERP systems (ODOO or similar) and financial tools.
- Leadership: Demonstrated experience building and leading finance teams, implementing process improvements, and creating high accountability cultures.
- Strategic Thinking: Ability to connect financial insights to broader business strategy. Skilled in identifying opportunities for growth and optimization.
- Analytical & Communication Skills: Excellent analytical capabilities with the ability to distill complex financial information into actionable insights and communicate effectively across departments.