Chief Financial Officer

Job in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada

Listing for: RECRUITMENT PARTNERS INC.

Full Time position
Listed on 2026-10-11

Job specializations:

Finance & Banking
Chief Financial Officer (CFO), Financial Compliance, Financial Manager
Management
Chief Financial Officer (CFO), Financial Manager

Chief Financial Officer

Our client is seeking a Chief Financial Officer to provide financial leadership and help guide the organization's long-term direction. Working closely with the CEO and executive team, the CFO will oversee financial operations, planning, regulatory requirements, and key external relationships while providing clear financial insight to support organizational priorities. The ideal candidate will be a hands-on finance leader with strong technical expertise, sound judgment, and the ability to balance strategic thinking with day-to-day execution.

Your success will be defined by your ability to:

Provide financial leadership and recommendations to the CEO, executive team, and Board

Oversee budgeting, forecasting, financial statements, and month-end and year-end activities

Manage core finance functions, including accounts payable, payroll, investments, pension, and benefits administration

Ensure accurate and timely government, tax, regulatory, and financial reporting

Maintain strong relationships with auditors, banks, creditors, government agencies, and other external partners

Guide financial planning and support effective management of organizational assets and resources

Support strategic initiatives involving grants, forgivable loans, mortgages, and other funding opportunities

Maintain appropriate financial controls, policies, procedures, and privacy practices

Lead, mentor, and develop staff while promoting accountability and professional growth

Your strengths include:

CPA designation

Senior-level experience overseeing finance and accounting operations

Strong knowledge of GAAP, ASNPO, and applicable financial reporting requirements

Experience with budgeting, forecasting, financial analysis, and strategic planning

Ability to communicate financial results and recommendations effectively to executive and Board-level stakeholders

Experience working with auditors, financial institutions, government agencies, and funding partners

Proven leadership, coaching, and people management capabilities

Experience with grants, financing, pension, or benefits administration considered an asset

Valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and ability to complete a criminal record check