Director of Finance Job Toronto area,Ontario Canada,Finance & Banking

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Job Title:

Director of Finance
Location:
Toronto, ON
Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time (Hybrid)
Salary: $,-$,/year

A well-established professional services organization is seeking a senior finance leader to oversee financial operations and provide strategic guidance to executive leadership. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys combining hands-on financial oversight with long-term planning, process improvement, and team leadership in a dynamic environment.

About the Role:

Reporting to a senior operations executive, the successful candidate will lead the finance function and be responsible for the organization's financial integrity, compliance, reporting, and strategic planning. This role plays a key part in supporting leadership decision-making and ensuring the organization's continued financial strength and growth.

Who Will Succeed in This Role:

A finance professional who enjoys acting as a strategic advisor, not just a technical expert

Someone who thrives on improving systems, workflows, and internal controls

A leader who can balance daily operational oversight with forward-looking planning

A collaborative manager who can mentor a team while remaining hands-on when needed

Key Responsibilities:

Financial Management & Reporting

Oversee full-cycle accounting operations, including payables, receivables, billing, payroll coordination, and treasury activities

Prepare and analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements

Provide insights related to profitability, cash flow, cost management, and operational performance

Lead budgeting, forecasting, scenario analysis, and long-term financial planning

Present financial updates and recommendations to senior leadership on a regular basis

Compliance & Operational Oversight

Ensure compliance with applicable regulatory, audit, and statutory requirements

Maintain accurate management of client-related funds and reconciliations where applicable

Strengthen internal controls and improve financial and billing workflows

Oversee electronic billing processes and compliance with client billing standards

Maintain and optimize financial and practice management systems

Leadership & Strategic Support

Lead, coach, and develop the finance team, encouraging cross-training and continuous improvement

Coordinate external audits and act as the primary contact for auditors and financial institutions

Monitor cash flow, banking relationships, and capital requirements

Provide guidance on pricing structures, alternative fee arrangements, and matter or project profitability

Support strategic initiatives such as growth planning, technology upgrades, and business evaluations

Identify financial risks and implement appropriate mitigation strategies

Process Improvement & Technology

Review and modernize accounting policies, procedures, and controls

Evaluate and recommend system enhancements or new tools to improve efficiency

Enhance financial reporting and dashboards to support data-driven decisions

Partner with internal departments to align financial practices across the organization

Qualifications & Experience

CPA designation required

+ years of progressive financial management experience, including people leadership

Experience in a professional services environment strongly preferred

Strong knowledge of financial controls, compliance, and trust or client-funds accounting where applicable

Advanced skills in financial analysis, budgeting, and forecasting

Ability to build strong relationships with senior leaders and stakeholders

High level of judgment, discretion, and professionalism

Advanced Excel skills and experience with financial and billing systems

Exposure to data analytics, reporting tools, or automation is an asset

If you meet the above qualifications, please submit your resume. Please note that while we appreciate all applications, only those being considered will be contacted.


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