CFO POST NUMBER: 80939

About the Company
Our client is a manufacturing and project management firm. They are looking for a CFO to join their team!

Why Work Here

• Strategic CFO mandate with direct access to Ownership of the Business
• Opportunity to influence company growth and enterprise value
• Strong partnership with COO, CRO, and broader leadership team
• High-impact role with visibility across finance and operations

About the Opportunity

• Financial Strategy and Planning:
  • Develop and execute the company's financial strategy aligned with the overall business objectives.
  • Provide strategic financial guidance to the CEO and executive team to support effective decision-making.
  • Monitor and analyze financial performance, identify areas of improvement, and propose appropriate actions.
  • Assess potential risks and opportunities and develop mitigation strategies.
• Financial Management:
  • Oversee all aspects of financial management, including budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management.
  • Oversee the dual revenue recognition models: Percentage-of-Completion for construction projects and Point-of-Sale/Delivery for manufactured millwork sales.
  • Manage financial reporting processes, ensuring accurate and timely financial statements and reports.
  • Implement and maintain effective internal controls to safeguard company assets.
  • Monitor and optimize the company's capital structure and financing activities.
  • Undertake additional responsibilities and strategic initiatives as assigned to support organizational growth, operational excellence, financial stewardship, and evolving business priorities.
• Financial Analysis and Reporting:
  • Conduct comprehensive financial analysis, including variance analysis, cost analysis, and profitability assessment.
  • Prepare and present financial reports, performance metrics, and forecasts to the executive team and board of directors.
  • Provide actionable insights and recommendations based on financial analysis to drive operational efficiency and profitability.
• Risk Management and Compliance:
  • Develop and implement risk management strategies to identify and mitigate financial risks.
  • Ensure strict compliance with US GAAP and Canadian ASPE/IFRS, specifically regarding revenue recognition for construction contracts.
  • Manage cross-border tax implications, including GST/HST, Sales Tax, Customs Duties, and Transfer Pricing documentation for intercompany transactions.
  • Mitigate foreign exchange (FX) risk on material imports/exports and revenue streams in USD/CAD.
  • Oversee insurance programs tailored to construction liability, workers’ compensation and property insurance for manufacturing facilities.
  • Oversee internal and external audits and liaise with auditors as necessary.
• Team Leadership and Development:
  • Lead and develop a high-performing finance team, providing guidance, mentorship, and professional development opportunities.
  • Foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement within the finance department.
  • Promote cross-functional collaboration and effective communication with other departments.

About You

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field (MBA preferred).
• CPA (Certified Public Accountant) designation is required.
• Proven experience as a CFO or in a senior financial leadership role within a high growth project management or construction company.
• Deep understanding of billing standard and percentage-of-completion accounting.
• Demonstrated success in managing cross-border supply chains, including customs brokerage coordination and tariff classification.
• In-depth knowledge of financial management principles, accounting standards, and financial regulations.
• Strong strategic thinking and business acumen to align financial objectives with the overall business strategy.
• Excellent analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex financial data and provide insights for decision-making.
• Proficient in financial analysis tools, ERP systems, and MS Office suite.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire and motivate a finance team.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to present financial information to non-financial stakeholders.

Salary Range
$250,000 - $300,000 / year

How to Apply
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This position for employment is for a current vacancy with Vaco/Highspring’s client. You must currently reside within the Greater Toronto Area and be permitted to work in Canada to be considered for this opportunity. A recruiter will be in touch with you if your profile meets our client’s requirements for this role.

Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco/Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to the individual’s skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, office location and other geographic considerations, as well as other business and organizational needs. With that said, as required by local law in geographies that require salary range disclosure, Vaco/Highspring notes the salary range for the role is noted in this job posting. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, and can participate in medical, dental, and vision benefits as well as the company’s 401(k) retirement plan. Additional disclaimer: Unless otherwise noted in the job description, the position Vaco/Highspring is filing for is occupied. Please note, however, that Vaco/Highspring is regularly asked to provide talent to other organizations. By submitting to this position, you are agreeing to be included in our talent pool for future hiring for similarly qualified positions. Submissions to this position are subject to the use of AI to perform preliminary candidate screenings, focused on ensuring minimum job requirements noted in the position are satisfied. Further assessment of candidates beyond this initial phase within Vaco/Highspring will be otherwise assessed by recruiters and hiring managers. Vaco/Highspring does not have knowledge of the tools used by its clients in making final hiring decisions and cannot opine on their use of AI products.