Director of Finance

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Senior Director, Recruitment Services | Vaco (Lannick) Finance & Accounting   About the Company
Our client is a manufacturing and engineering company. They are seeking a Director of Finance to join their team! This leadership role involves managing the accounting team, supporting financial reporting, and driving process improvements.
Why Work Here
Join a rapidly growing company and play a key role in scaling its operations.
Entrepreneurial culture with a strong emphasis on autonomy and ownership.
About the Opportunity
Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes.
Manage daily accounting operations (AP/AR, general ledger, reconciliations).
Prepare and review financial/KPI reports; ensure GAAP and regulatory compliance.
Develop and maintain accounting policies; drive process improvements.
Ensure compliance with local, provincial/state, and federal financial regulations.
Coordinate FX hedging efforts with parent company.
Align reporting and compliance across jurisdictions with finance teams.
Lead annual audits; liaise with external auditors and tax consultants.
Drive special projects (e.g., financial automation, fixed asset system upgrades, accounting changes).
Oversee cost accounting and inventory management with operations.
Partner with FP&A on forecasting and strategic decision support.
Lead and develop accounting team; manage performance and succession planning.
Provide financial guidance to internal stakeholders; support data-driven decisions.
Monitor accounting standards and regulatory changes impacting the business.
Approve staff expense reports in line with company policy.
Support ad hoc projects and strategic initiatives as required.
About You
CPA
Min 10 years of Controllership experience in a managerial capacity
Coming from a mid to large company with a multi-entity structure
Broad oversight of several finance functions (ex. Corporate Accounting, FP&A, Treasury, Internal Controls, etc. )
Strong understanding of finance processes and internal controls
Salary Range
$150,000 - $165,000/year

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You must currently reside within the Greater Toronto Area and be permitted to work in Canada to be considered for this opportunity. A recruiter will be in touch with you if your profile meets our client’s requirements for this role.
Seniority level   Director

Employment type

Full-time
Job function   Accounting/Auditing
Industries:
Manufacturing, Engineering Services, and Industrial Machinery Manufacturing

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