VP Finance

Job Responsibility:

VP, FINANCE

Location: Guelph, ON - Hybrid.

Hiring Salary Range: $145,000 - $160,000 + Bonus

About Us:

Friendlier is the leading clean-tech in Canada dedicated to simplifying the switch from single-use to reusable packaging. With our innovative turnkey reusable packaging solution, we aim to revolutionize the way businesses approach packaging, by making sustainability easy and accessible. Our mission is to drive positive environmental impact while offering convenience and cost savings to our clients.

About the Role:

As the Vice President, Finance at Friendlier, you will act as a key contributor to the overall strategy and are accountable for the financial leadership of the business. As a key member of the executive leadership team, this role reports directly to the CEO. This is both a strategic and hands on role and is focused on a number of key areas for Friendlier.

Key Responsibilities :

Financial Planning and Analysis:

• Develop and implement financial strategies, plans, and policies to drive business growth and profitability and allow each department to work in the most organized way.
• Determine realistic goals and establish financial controls to maintain maximum productivity.
• Lead the annual budgeting and forecasting process, ensuring alignment with the company's strategic objectives.
• Conduct financial analysis, performance monitoring, and variance analysis to identify areas for improvement and optimization.
• Allocate company funds accordingly to ensure each department can function at an optimal pace
• Manage and oversee all financial affairs for the organization
• Support negotiations for investments, mergers and acquisitions and the establishment of new divisions within the company

Financial Reporting and Compliance:

• Oversee the preparation of accurate and timely financial reports, including income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements.
• Ensure compliance with accounting principles, regulatory requirements, and taxation laws.
• Coordinate with external auditors for the annual audit process and manage relationships with financial institutions, investors, and stakeholders.

Treasury and Cash Management:

• Manage cash flow, liquidity, and working capital to support operational needs and investment requirements.
• Optimize capital structure, debt financing, and investment decisions to maximize returns and minimize risks.
• Monitor and mitigate financial risks, including foreign exchange risk, interest rate risk, and credit risk.

Strategic Financial Leadership:

• Provide financial insights and recommendations to support strategic decision-making and business planning.
• Collaborate with other executives and department heads to drive operational efficiencies, cost optimization, and revenue growth.
• Business partner with sales to develop go to market expectations with internal and external stakeholders and build reporting to monitor growth and traction on those strategies.
• Identify opportunities for expansion, mergers, acquisitions, or divestitures, and assess their financial viability and impact.
• Support board meetings and investor activities when applicable.

Team Leadership and Development:

• Build and lead a high-performing finance organization that creates reporting to support the business with an ability to communicate results and areas of focus to stakeholders in easy to understand terms.
• Foster a culture of accountability, integrity, and continuous improvement within the finance department and across the organization.
• Promote cross-functional collaboration and communication to achieve organizational goals and objectives.
• Ownership of Payroll through partnering with external Bookkeeper and People & Culture

What you Bring:

• 5 or more years of experience in leadership positions within a company's financial department.
• University degree in business administration, accounting and /or finance and accreditation as a CPA.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate, coach, and develop a high-performing finance support structure.
• Demonstrated experience in supporting and executing sales and operational strategies that drive revenue growth, market expansion and cost reductions.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
• Strategic thinker with a results-oriented mindset and a passion for driving positive environmental impact.
• Experience in a startup or scaleup environment
• Ability to work both strategically and tactically

Why You Should Join Us:

• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact by driving positive environmental change through innovative solutions.
• Competitive compensation package including base salary, performance-based bonuses, and stock options.
• Collaborative and inclusive work culture that values diversity, creativity, and continuous learning.
• Flexible work environment with the option for remote work and a focus on work-life balance.
• Career growth and advancement opportunities within a fast-growing startup environment.

We are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace where all employees feel valued and respected. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and are dedicated to providing equal opportunities for everyone, regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, age, disability, or 2SLGBTQI+ identity. Be part of a team that celebrates diversity and promotes an inclusive environment for all. Please let us know if you require an accommodation due to a disability and we will work with you to address your needs.

If you are a Finance leader with a passion for driving positive change and building in a startup environment, we invite you to join us in creating a cleaner, greener future. Apply now and be part of the Friendlier revolution!