At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead finance strategy and manage a team of finance professionals in a luxury retail environment.
- Company: Well-established Canadian luxury retailer with diverse operations.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, leadership role, and opportunity to shape financial strategy.
- Other info: Opportunity for growth and involvement in ERP transition projects.
- Why this job: Be a key player in a dynamic company and drive impactful financial decisions.
- Qualifications: CPA designation and 10-15 years of full-cycle accounting experience required.
The predicted salary is between 148500 - 181500 $ per year.
Well-established Canadian luxury retailer with wholesale, manufacturing, and real estate investment operations.
The Company is seeking a Vice President, Finance to lead its accounting and finance function. The successful candidate will be a key player in setting financial strategy, while also being hands-on in the technical and transactional aspects of the business. This role is highly visible and involves serving as a trusted partner to the CEO and leadership team, particularly in the areas of multi-entity, multi-level accounting.
The Vice President, Finance will be responsible for a range of activities, including:
- Managing a team of finance professionals
- Coordinating with outside financial advisors
- Overseeing personal financial planning and tax matters
- Full leadership of the finance function across various business operations
- Managing banking relationships
- Leading the team through an ongoing ERP transition
Applicants should hold a CPA designation and have a minimum of 10-15 years' full-cycle accounting experience, with at least 5 years in a senior finance leadership role. The role demands a candidate with a solutions-first, technology-forward mindset, particularly in the context of process and reporting improvements. Experience in retail, wholesale, manufacturing, and real estate investment operations is essential, as is a proven track record in managing working-capital-intensive, inventory-heavy businesses.
The ideal candidate will be adept at multi-level project and construction accounting, and have a strong background in financial management, including cash management, treasury, and overseeing growth plans. The position requires a strategic thinker who can also be a hands-on leader, and who is capable of managing a team through an ERP transition and other financial projects.
Vice President, Finance in Cambridge employer: Confidential
As a General Manager in our Projects Group, you will thrive in a dynamic and supportive work culture that prioritizes employee growth and development. Our commitment to excellence is matched by our focus on fostering strong client relationships and delivering high-quality project outcomes across the Americas. With a diverse team of professionals and a multi-office setup, we offer unique opportunities for collaboration and innovation, making us an exceptional employer for those seeking meaningful and rewarding careers.
