Director of Finance at Accountant Staffing

Our client, a growing organization with multiple locations and a dynamic team based in St, John's, NL, is seeking an experienced Director of Finance to provide strategic leadership and strengthen the finance function.

Reporting to senior leadership, the Director of Finance will manage the finance department, oversee financial operations, and support HR initiatives including onboarding and mentoring finance staff. This role requires a strong understanding of the business, the ability to improve communication and information flow across teams, and the capacity to lead complex financial projects, including budgeting, cash flow management, and full-cycle accounting.

Key Responsibilities for the Job:

• Lead and mentor the finance department, ensuring alignment with company goals and best practices
• Oversee financial reporting, budgeting, cash flow management, and full-cycle accounting
• Collaborate across departments to enhance communication and data-driven decision-making
• Support HR processes related to the finance function, including onboarding and training staff
• Provide strategic insight and guidance to senior leadership on financial planning and organizational initiatives
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and internal policies
• Support special projects and ad-hoc financial analysis as needed

Experience & Attributes for Success:

• CPA designation required
• Minimum of 3 years in a similar, senior finance leadership role, managing a team or department
• Experience across multiple business units or locations an asset
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
• Collaborative mindset with the ability to improve processes and information flow
• Ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities

Compensation & Work Environment:

• Competitive salary in the range of $120,000 per annum
• Comprehensive benefits, including fully employer-paid health and dental coverage
• RRSP/retirement contribution matching
• Four weeks’ vacation per year
• Company vehicle provided for work-related travel
• Flexible work options, including occasional work-from-home days as needed
• Collaborative office environment with dedicated workspace for finance team

If interested in this opportunity, please apply online by clicking the Apply Now button.

To learn more about similar opportunities, the local job market, or to discuss your career interests, please contact Lori-Lydia Loveless, Senior Recruitment Consultant at [email protected].

Accountant Staffing is Atlantic Canada’s only specialist recruitment firm focusing exclusively on the placement of accounting and finance professionals. Organizations use the services of Accountant Staffing to fill a variety of roles from Junior Accountant to Chief Financial Officer. For more information about Accountant Staffing or to view additional positions, please visit our website at www.accountantstaffing.com.

Accountant Staffing is committed to promoting diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We believe that it is essential for workforces to reflect the communities they serve, where everyone feels included and valued. We promote environments that value and respect all individuals, regardless of their race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, age, ability, religion, or any other personal characteristic.

We encourage applications from underrepresented groups including African Canadians, Indigenous/Aboriginal People, Racially Visible Persons, Women, Persons with Disabilities, and 2SLGBTQ+ Persons.

Self-identification is encouraged but not required during the application process and accommodations can be requested during the recruitment process. If accommodations are needed during the assessment process, such as an interview or testing, please let us know and we will make arrangements to meet your needs.