Chief Financial Officer
Job in
Mississauga, Ontario, Canada
Listing for:
Stoakley-Stewart Consultants
Full Time
position
Listed on 2026-02-20
Job specializations:
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Finance & Banking
Financial Manager, CFO, Corporate Finance
Job Description & How to Apply Below
The Opportunity
This role leads the organization’s financial strategy, planning, reporting, and capital management, while serving as a trusted advisor to the President and Board. The position is responsible for providing clear financial insight, enabling informed decision-making, and ensuring strong governance and fiscal discipline. With a focus on sustainable growth and long-term value creation, the role plays a critical part in strengthening the company’s financial performance, resilience, and overall financial health.
Position Description
Enterprise Financial Strategy
Define and lead the company’s financial direction in support of strategic and operational priorities.Produce forward-looking financial projections and performance reporting for executive leadership and external stakeholders.Planning, Forecasting & Insights
Own the annual operating plan, multi-year forecasts, and financial scenario analysis.Convert complex financial and operational data into insights that inform product development, pricing strategy, and cost efficiency.Apply advanced analytics to support growth, scalability, and continuous improvement.Financial Governance & Reporting
Uphold the accuracy and integrity of financial records in accordance with accounting standards, tax requirements, and regulatory guidelines.Direct audit activities, strengthen control environments, and oversee enterprise risk and compliance frameworks.Liquidity, Capital & Treasury
Manage cash position, credit arrangements, banking partnerships, and working capital effectiveness.Evaluate capital investments and ensure disciplined capital allocation against clear return expectations.Leadership & Cross-Functional Partnership
Build, mentor, and lead a high-performing finance organization.Partner closely with Operations, Supply Chain, Sales, and Innovation to drive alignment and execution across the business.Stakeholder & Capital Partner Engagement
Support communications and relationships with investors, lenders, and financial partners as required.Risk Management & Regulatory Compliance
Identify and mitigate financial and operational risks.Ensure timely compliance with statutory, audit, and reporting obligations.Experience
Over a decade of experience in senior financial leadership roles, with preference given to candidates with backgrounds in food manufacturing or consumer packaged goods.Extensive exposure to ERP implementations and optimization, sophisticated financial modeling, M&A activity, and investor or lender reporting.Qualifications
Strategic & Analytical Leadership
Combines a strong business perspective with advanced analytical expertise.Communicates complex financial insights clearly to executives and non-financial stakeholders alike.Operational Excellence
Skilled in optimizing cost structures and enhancing manufacturing efficiency.Deep understanding of finance, supply chain dynamics, and working capital management.Relationship & Team Leadership
Builds trust and credibility across departments and with external partners.Provides mentorship, fosters collaboration, and inspires high-performing teams.Industry & Market Insight
In-depth knowledge of cost drivers, pricing strategies, and trends in food manufacturing and CPG sectors.Change & Transformation Leadership
Leads financial process improvements, system implementations, and operational efficiency initiatives.Stakeholder Engagement
Influences effectively at all organizational levels and cultivates strong relationships with banks, auditors, and other external partners.Integrity & Governance
Upholds the highest standards of accuracy, ethics, and regulatory compliance.Adaptability & Agility
Thrives in fast-paced, evolving organizations and complex business environments.Education
A recognized professional accounting designation such as CPA or CMA, complemented by a degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; an MBA or advanced degree is a strong asset.
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