Director Of Finance jobs in Canada

Senior Director of Finance, North America - 12 to 14 Month Contract

Reports to: President

Location: Vancouver, BC

Annual Salary: $170,000.00 - $200,000.00 depending on experience

We are seeking a motivated and collaborative Senior Director of Finance to join COBS Bread on a 12 to 14 month contract. This role involves developing and implementing financial strategies to drive organizational growth in North America by establishing robust financial performance measurements, metrics, and analytics. As a key member of the Senior Leadership Team, the Senior Director of Finance will be a strategic business partner to the President and management team, providing financial leadership and insights to achieve organizational profitability and balance sheet objectives. The Senior Director of Finance will lead and develop the Finance Team by setting a clear vision, articulating expectations, and fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement.

Key responsibilities include:

• Identify, drive, and deliver strategies for COBS Bread long-term growth in North America.
• Work with the Senior Leadership Team and partner with the VP of USA to develop, implement, and measure the expansion of the USA business.
• Ensure the strategic plan improves the long-term health of the corporate and franchise balance sheet.

• Recognize, communicate, and consult with senior managers to make recommendations and devise financial policy and strategies to resolve challenges facing the organization.
• Establish and direct COBS Bread’s financial administrative activities and operational procedures to ensure honest, accurate reporting and consistent alignment with all entities/markets.
• Direct the collection of financial and accounting information, oversee the preparation of financial statements, and prepare management and board reporting.
• Oversee audit, tax, and banking relationships.
• Assess proposals involving financial expenditure and the status of operational projects.

• Collaborate with the Data and Business Intelligence Team to utilize information systems, create and execute reporting strategies, and generate data insights for the North American markets.
• Coordinate the development, implementation, and monitoring of financial accounting and related systems, working closely with the Group’s global director of IT.

• Represent COBS Bread in dealings with our bankers, suppliers, legal advisers, major clients, and others as required.
• Be a trusted leader to the Finance Leadership Team by communicating the vision, expectations, and ensuring established deadlines are met.

Minimum Requirements:

• 5+ years of experience in a senior-level finance position.
• Bachelor's degree in Finance or Accounting.
• CPA or CA designation required.
• Demonstrated expertise in strategic planning, contract management, and execution.
• Experience in consumer retail/goods and/or food and beverage sector is preferred.
• Experience in franchise-based or distributed network business models is preferred.
• Experience with multinational and cross-border operations is preferred.
• Proven ability to engage with, influence, and gain consensus among a wide variety of stakeholders.
• Understanding of US and Canadian accounting and taxation principles is preferred.
• Skilled in analyzing financial data and preparing reports, statements, and projections using IT and Business Intelligence tools.
• Extensive knowledge of accounting systems, budgets, internal controls, business planning, and asset management.
• Proven ability to lead, motivate, and develop high-performing teams.
• Strong critical thinking, problem-solving, and prioritization skills.
• High level of integrity, confidentiality, and accountability.
• Excellent presentation, written, and verbal communication skills for various audiences.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.

What’s in it for You:

• Competitive salary, bonus, and vacation plan (4 weeks vacation to start).
• A great Extended Health & Dental Benefit (waiting period waived), Group RRSP Matching, and Health Spending Account.
• Paid sick, mental health, and personal leave days.
• Paid day for community service or volunteer opportunity.
• Subsidized wellness program and an on-site gym facility.
• Work within a dynamic, driven, high-achieving, close-knit, and fun-loving team.
• High level of autonomy and responsibility.
• Complimentary self-serve kitchen of fresh produce, deli meats, and of course, COBS Bread and treats!

We thank all applicants for their interest in COBS Bread but would like to advise that only applicants shortlisted for interview will be contacted.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company.

Accommodation is available upon request for applicants and employees with disabilities. If you are contacted for a job opportunity, please advise us of any accommodations needed to ensure you have access to a fair and equitable process. Any information received relating to accommodation will be addressed confidentially.