Director of Finance
Top Benefits
About the role
Title: Director of Finance
Office Status: On-site Toronto
Salary: $160k- $170k + 30% Bonus
One of the world's most respected global asset management firms, managing over $700 billion in assets is seeking a Director of Finance to join their corporate team. With a proven track record of delivering superior investment performance across diverse asset classes, this firm is known for its entrepreneurial spirit and collaborative culture.
This role will report directly to the VP of Finance and offers exposure to high-impact corporate initiatives and complex financial reporting processes. With opportunities to lead special projects and drive process improvements, this is a pivotal position for those looking to advance their career in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
Responsibilities
- Lead the quarterly reporting process for the corporate segment, ensuring compliance with IFRS and US GAAP requirements.
- Oversee the preparation of financial statement notes, management discussion and analysis (MD&A), and supplemental reporting schedules.
- Collaborate across teams to resolve intercompany reporting discrepancies.
- Review corporate accounting entries and end-of-period accruals.
- Identify and implement opportunities for improvement in monthly financial close cycles.
- Handle complex technical accounting matters, including coordination with other business units.
- Review accounting packages for individual legal entities, including compliance with tax and covenant reporting requirements.
- Prepare responses to quarterly and annual regulatory reporting obligations.
- Partner with cross-functional teams to address inquiries and ensure seamless communication.
- Support audit requests and maintain robust internal control documentation.
- Provide leadership, training, and mentorship to direct reports, fostering their growth and development.
- Continuously improve processes, tools, and reporting frameworks.
- Lead and execute special projects as required.
Qualifications and Skills
- BA/BS Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
- 7+ years of relevant experience in accounting and auditing.
- Expertise in public company reporting under IFRS; knowledge of US GAAP.
- Proficiency with Excel; Familiarity with financial systems like Microsoft Dynamics and Workiva is a plus.
- CPA or CA required.
About Madison-Davis, LLC
Madison-Davis is a leading executive search and temporary staffing firm specializing in financial services and technology. Founded in 1982 with a single purpose: to provide top-tier talent through a strategic approach and unparalleled subject matter expertise. We pride ourselves on the relationships we cultivate and the success of our placements, and our role in building highly-skilled workforces across financial services and technology. We have partnered with more than 1,000 companies across traditional finance, decentralized finance (crypto & blockchain), healthcare, technology, consumer, and industrial sectors.
Our tight focus on both financial services and technology has cultivated our subject matter expertise, which allows us to fill any role promptly and efficiently. We offer personalized recruiting in various specialty groups, including Accounting & Finance, Corporate & Investment Banking, Equipment Leasing & Commercial Finance, Legal & Compliance, Risk Management, and Technology. If you have a hiring challenge, Madison-Davis has the recruiting expertise to solve it.
Director of Finance
Top Benefits
About the role
Title: Director of Finance
Office Status: On-site Toronto
Salary: $160k- $170k + 30% Bonus
One of the world's most respected global asset management firms, managing over $700 billion in assets is seeking a Director of Finance to join their corporate team. With a proven track record of delivering superior investment performance across diverse asset classes, this firm is known for its entrepreneurial spirit and collaborative culture.
This role will report directly to the VP of Finance and offers exposure to high-impact corporate initiatives and complex financial reporting processes. With opportunities to lead special projects and drive process improvements, this is a pivotal position for those looking to advance their career in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
Responsibilities
- Lead the quarterly reporting process for the corporate segment, ensuring compliance with IFRS and US GAAP requirements.
- Oversee the preparation of financial statement notes, management discussion and analysis (MD&A), and supplemental reporting schedules.
- Collaborate across teams to resolve intercompany reporting discrepancies.
- Review corporate accounting entries and end-of-period accruals.
- Identify and implement opportunities for improvement in monthly financial close cycles.
- Handle complex technical accounting matters, including coordination with other business units.
- Review accounting packages for individual legal entities, including compliance with tax and covenant reporting requirements.
- Prepare responses to quarterly and annual regulatory reporting obligations.
- Partner with cross-functional teams to address inquiries and ensure seamless communication.
- Support audit requests and maintain robust internal control documentation.
- Provide leadership, training, and mentorship to direct reports, fostering their growth and development.
- Continuously improve processes, tools, and reporting frameworks.
- Lead and execute special projects as required.
Qualifications and Skills
- BA/BS Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
- 7+ years of relevant experience in accounting and auditing.
- Expertise in public company reporting under IFRS; knowledge of US GAAP.
- Proficiency with Excel; Familiarity with financial systems like Microsoft Dynamics and Workiva is a plus.
- CPA or CA required.
About Madison-Davis, LLC
Madison-Davis is a leading executive search and temporary staffing firm specializing in financial services and technology. Founded in 1982 with a single purpose: to provide top-tier talent through a strategic approach and unparalleled subject matter expertise. We pride ourselves on the relationships we cultivate and the success of our placements, and our role in building highly-skilled workforces across financial services and technology. We have partnered with more than 1,000 companies across traditional finance, decentralized finance (crypto & blockchain), healthcare, technology, consumer, and industrial sectors.
Our tight focus on both financial services and technology has cultivated our subject matter expertise, which allows us to fill any role promptly and efficiently. We offer personalized recruiting in various specialty groups, including Accounting & Finance, Corporate & Investment Banking, Equipment Leasing & Commercial Finance, Legal & Compliance, Risk Management, and Technology. If you have a hiring challenge, Madison-Davis has the recruiting expertise to solve it.