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Finance Manager - Inventory Accounting

The Sutherland Group of Companies

CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER (CFO)

Travel: Regular travel to operating sites and project locations

Leads the finance team (approx. The Sutherland Group is a privately owned, growth-oriented, BC-based provider of integrated service solutions for heavy industry—supporting customers across forestry, civil, municipal/government, utilities, mining, and transportation. Built over 30 years from a two-truck logging operation into a 16-business-line enterprise, we operate with over 225 team members across Sutco Transportation, BC Eco Industrial Solutions, Summit Truck & Equipment Repair, and our First Nations joint venture, Skemxist Solutions Limited Partnership.

We are hiring a Chief Financial Officer to lead the financial strategy and execution across the Group—supporting disciplined growth, operational decision-making, capital allocation, and performance accountability.

As CFO, you will lead the finance function and serve as a key partner to the CEO, leadership team, and operating leaders. Performance Reporting & Operating Cadence

Build and lead the monthly operating cadence (close, reviews, variance analysis, and actionable

Planning, Forecasting & Business Insight

Improve forecast accuracy and establish “one version of the truth” for performance reporting

Own cash forecasting, liquidity planning, and working capital discipline (AR/AP, inventory, WIP, capex timing)

Lead capital planning and ROI analysis for equipment purchases and rebuild/replace decisions

Manage lender and financing relationships, covenant compliance, and capital structure optimization

Serve as a trusted communicator with lenders, equity partners, and other capital providers

Prepare and present performance updates and strategic narratives with consistent, credible reporting

Risk, Compliance & Governance

Oversee external accounting, tax, audit, internal controls, and statutory compliance

Lead enterprise risk management (including insurance strategy), commercial risk support, and policies/controls

Coordinate with legal counsel on corporate matters, contracts, and entity structuring

Strategy, Growth & M&A Support

investments, and M&A evaluation/integration

Contribute to long-range planning and advise the CEO on capital allocation and growth priorities

Team Leadership & Finance Systems

Lead and develop the finance team (approx. 15 team members) and build a high-performance culture

Improve systems, processes, and data quality to increase speed, clarity, and accountability

Working capital performance (DSO/collections effectiveness, AP discipline, inventory/WIP controls)

Capex and ROI discipline (clear business cases, post-investment reviews, improved returns on capital)

Risk and compliance strength (audit readiness, control effectiveness, covenant compliance)

Finance team capability and operating rhythm (clarity, accountability, responsiveness to operations)

CPA designation (or equivalent senior finance credential); strong technical accounting foundation

  • 10+ years of progressive finance leadership, including senior responsibility in multi-site, operationally complex businesses
  • Track record of building financial discipline in asset-heavy and/or project/service environments (transportation, construction, industrial services, forestry, etc.)
  • Strong commercial judgment: understands how operational decisions impact margin, cash, and risk
  • Comfortable in the field and in the details—builds trust with operators and leaders through practical, grounded support
  • Experience implementing a new ERP (or leading a major ERP upgrade) in a multi-entity environment is a strong asset
  • Exposure to M&A, due diligence, or corporate development is a meaningful asset
  • Experience using AI-enabled and digital tools to streamline budgeting, forecasting, reporting, and transactional workflows, with a focus on real-world business value, accuracy, and risk management.

Competitive executive compensation package (base salary + performance bonus), commensurate with experience

Pension Program with Sutherland Group matching contributions

Confidential Employee & Family Assistance Program

A seat at the table in a high-growth company with a clear and active M&A and expansion agenda

A values-driven culture that is collaborative, grounded, and genuinely committed to its people and communities

The opportunity to build—systems, team, processes, and infrastructure—in a company that is ready for that investment

Flexible base location: West Kelowna, Nelson, Castlegar, or Salmo, BC, with regular travel to operating sites

Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your relevant experience and what draws you to The Sutherland Group.

We welcome applications from all qualified candidates, including Indigenous Peoples, and are committed to building an inclusive workplace.

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