Vice President, Operations (Full-Time, Remote)

Vice President, Operations (Full-Time, Remote)

At Foresight Canada, we’re not just envisioning a sustainable future—we’re creating it. As the nation's leading cleantech accelerator, we thrive on collaboration. From cleantech entrepreneurship to accounting, operations to HR, events and marketing to partnerships, we bring together exceptional individuals with diverse expertise to tackle the climate crisis through innovation and determination. Join us in our mission to help the world do more with less, sustainably. 

Job Description

As a key member of the executive leadership team reporting to the CEO, the Vice President, Operations is a strategic leader responsible for ensuring organizational efficiency, financial sustainability, and cross-functional alignment. This role oversees day-to-day operations, financial planning and oversight, internal systems, and team workflows—connecting strategy to execution. With a strong focus on building scalable systems, optimizing processes, and enabling data-driven decisions, the VP, Operations plays a critical role in driving performance, aligning resources, and empowering teams to deliver impact.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities:  

Financial Leadership

• Oversee all financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and reporting functions.
• Lead annual budgeting and multi-year financial planning in alignment with strategic priorities.
• Ensure timely and accurate monthly, quarterly, and year-end financial reporting.
• Oversee asset management and capital planning.
• Provide actionable financial insights and scenario modelling to support decision-making.
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards, audit requirements, tax filings, and regulatory obligations.

Data Strategy & Management

• Oversee the development and execution of a comprehensive data strategy that aligns with organizational goals.
• Oversee data governance, quality, analytics infrastructure, and system integration to ensure reliable and accessible information.
• Collaborate across departments to enhance data visibility, enable metrics-driven performance, and ensure effective reporting tools and dashboards are in place.

Operations Management

• Lead operations, including systems, vendor management, procurement, facilities, IT, and admin policies.
• Build scalable infrastructure and drive process improvements for efficiency and growth.
• Partner across teams to implement strategic initiatives and operational projects.

Leadership & Collaboration

• Act as a strategic advisor to the CEO and executive team on financial and operational matters.
• Lead and develop high-performing teams across finance, data, and operations functions.
• Foster a culture of accountability, transparency, and continuous improvement.

Experience: 

• Advanced degree strongly preferred (e.g., MBA, CPA, CFA, or equivalent)
• 10+ years of progressive leadership experience in operations, finance, and/or data management.
• Demonstrated success in driving operational strategy and execution in a high-growth, multi-stakeholder environment.
• Proven ability to lead and integrate cross-functional teams across complex organizational systems.
• Deep understanding of operational data systems, reporting, and business intelligence tools.
• Exceptional communication, strategic thinking, and analytical skills to support sound decision-making.
• Mission-oriented, adaptable, and effective in navigating ambiguity within fast-paced environments.

Nice to Have

• Experience in the nonprofit, innovation, sustainability, or social impact sectors.
• Familiarity with grants management and/or blended capital models.
• Background in change management or scaling organizations.

JOB TYPE:  Full-Time, Remote

RATE: $130,000 – $150,000 annually, plus benefits

About Foresight

Foresight Canada helps the world do more with less, sustainably. As Canada's largest cleantech innovation and adoption accelerator, we de-risk and simplify public and private sector adoption of the world’s best clean technologies to improve productivity, profitability, and economic competitiveness, all while addressing urgent climate challenges. 

Since 2013, Foresight has supported 1,580+ ventures, 150+ industry partners, and 300+ investor firms to deploy $2.31B in capital, achieve $570M in revenues, and create 9,430+ high-paying jobs. Our domestic and international engagement includes working in collaboration with 2,000+ rights holders and partners. 

Foresight recognizes that the best teams include diverse voices. We welcome all applicants with the requisite experience and skills for the position to apply, and invite interested individuals to reach out with any questions or requests for accommodation through the application or interview process.   

The team at Foresight is passionate about solving pressing environmental problems and bringing transformative technologies to market. Apply today to join this dynamic team.