Company Background:

Dilawri Group of Companies is Canada's largest automotive group, with 83 franchised dealerships that represent 38 global brands in Canada and the US. Our dealerships in Canada are located in Toronto, Montreal, Calgary, Regina and Vancouver. Dilawri is a family-owned company which has been in business since 1986 with +4,000 employees.

Position Summary:

We are seeking a strategic and hands-on Director of Financial Planning & Analysis to lead our financial planning and analysis function within a dynamic and growing automotive dealership group. This individual will play a critical role in driving financial performance by delivering actionable insights, supporting strategic decision-making, and supporting key M&A initiatives. The role requires a strong analytical mindset, business acumen, and the ability to communicate complex financial concepts in a clear and impactful way. This position is based at our National Offices located in downtown Toronto and reports to the EVP & CFO of Dilawri Group of Companies.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the FP&A function, including internal reporting, budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, and financial modeling.
• Provide clear, data-driven insights and recommendations to the CFO and executive leadership team to inform operational and strategic decisions.
• Develop and maintain robust dashboards and performance metrics to monitor KPI's across all dealership locations and brands.
• Partner with regional teams to understand drivers of performance, identify opportunities for margin improvement, and support growth initiatives.
• Play a key role in evaluating and integrating M&A opportunities, including financial due diligence, modeling, and post-deal integration support.
• Enhance and streamline financial processes, reporting tools, and forecasting methodologies to improve accuracy and efficiency.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of 2–3 financial analysts, fostering a high-performance and collaborative culture.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field; MBA or CPA/CFA preferred.
• 8+ years of progressive experience in FP&A, corporate finance, or investment banking, ideally with exposure to the automotive, retail, or multi-unit businesses.
• Proven experience in leading teams and delivering high-quality, actionable financial insights.
• M&A experience preferred, including financial modeling, due diligence, and valuation.
• Advanced Excel and financial modeling skills; experience with CDK, Power BI and Looker is an asset.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to influence at all levels of the organization.
• Self-starter with a strong work ethic, able to thrive in a fast-paced and evolving environment.