Group CFO jobs in Montréal, QC

We are seeking an experienced and hands-on Vice President of Finance (VP of Finance) to lead our internal finance and accounting function. Reporting directly to the CEO, the VP of Finance will oversee the company's financial operations, reporting, budgeting, cash flow management, financial controls, and compliance activities.

This role will serve as the CEO's primary financial advisor, providing accurate financial insights, identifying opportunities to improve profitability, managing financial risks, and supporting strategic business decisions. The successful candidate will supervise the Accounting Manager, ensure the accuracy and timeliness of financial activities, and strengthen financial processes to support the company's ongoing operations and growth.

Key ResponsibilitiesFinancial Leadership & Accounting Oversight

• Lead and oversee the company's internal finance function, ensuring effective financial management for an organization of approximately 30 employees.
• Serve as the CEO's primary financial advisor, providing financial guidance, analysis, and recommendations to support business objectives.
• Supervise the Accounting Manager by establishing priorities, setting deadlines, reviewing work quality, resolving accounting issues, and ensuring daily accounting activities are completed accurately and on time.
• Oversee monthly and year-end financial close processes, including financial statements, journal entries, accruals, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules.
• Review financial records, investigate discrepancies, and ensure unexplained balances are resolved promptly.

Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable & Payroll

• Review accounts payable aging, payment runs, supporting documentation, vendor changes, and significant expenses.
• Approve payments within established authorization limits and manage payment timing based on available cash and financial obligations.
• Monitor accounts receivable aging, invoicing accuracy, overdue accounts, and collection activities.
• Review customer credit terms, credits, and write-offs, and assist with disputed or escalated accounts.
• Review payroll prepared by the Accounting Manager, including compensation changes, bonuses, commissions, deductions, and employee additions or terminations.
• Ensure payroll reconciliations, statutory filings, and required remittances are completed accurately and on time.

Financial Planning, Analysis & Profitability

• Own margin and profitability reporting across products, services, customers, or projects, as applicable.
• Validate revenue and cost information, investigate margin fluctuations, and recommend improvements in pricing, purchasing, and cost management.
• Lead the annual budgeting process in collaboration with the CEO and department managers.
• Develop and maintain financial forecasts, analyze actual results against budget, and recommend corrective actions where necessary.
• Evaluate the financial impact of hiring decisions, major purchases, contracts, investments, and business growth opportunities.
• Work closely with department managers to improve profitability, optimize resources, and maintain spending discipline.

Cash Flow & Financial Management

• Develop and maintain rolling cash flow forecasts and monitor available cash balances.
• Anticipate funding requirements and ensure sufficient liquidity to meet payroll, vendor payments, taxes, debt obligations, and operating expenses.
• Oversee banking relationships, credit facilities, debt obligations, and lender reporting.
• Evaluate financing requirements and advise the CEO on available funding options.

Financial Reporting & Business Insights

• Deliver timely and accurate financial reports to the CEO, covering financial performance, cash flow, profitability, accounts payable and receivable aging, and key business metrics.
• Identify financial risks, emerging trends, and areas requiring management attention.
• Translate financial results into practical recommendations and actionable business insights.

Internal Controls, Tax & Compliance

• Establish and maintain appropriate financial controls and approval limits covering spending, payments, payroll, banking access, and financial records.
• Maintain appropriate segregation of duties and additional review procedures where staffing levels are limited.
• Oversee internal tax and compliance activities, including reviewing tax calculations, filings, payments, and required remittances.
• Maintain a compliance calendar to ensure all financial and statutory obligations are completed accurately and on schedule.

Process Improvement & Operational Continuity

• Identify opportunities to improve accounting workflows, financial reporting tools, documentation, and automation.
• Strengthen financial processes to reduce errors, improve efficiency, and support better decision-making.
• Maintain documented procedures and appropriate coverage for essential accounting activities.
• Provide hands-on accounting and financial support when necessary to ensure continuity of operations.

What Success Looks Like

• Accurate and timely financial reporting and month-end/year-end close.
• Effective cash flow management and financial forecasting.
• Improved visibility into margins, profitability, and operating costs.
• Strong financial controls and reliable compliance processes.
• Effective supervision of the Accounting Manager and smooth day-to-day accounting operations.
• Actionable financial insights that support the CEO and business growth.

Work Arrangement: Hybrid – 3 days in the office and 2 days working remotely per week.

Pay: $150,000.00 per year

Application question(s):

• How many years of experience do you have in finance or accounting leadership roles?
• Have you previously worked as a VP of Finance, Director of Finance, Controller, or Finance Manager?
• Briefly describe your experience in finance and accounting, including your previous roles, key responsibilities, and experience overseeing financial operations.

Language:

• French (required)

Work Location: In person