Director of Finance And Accounting
About the role
Horizon Recruitment is working with a well-capitalized, growth-focused mining company preparing to transition from private to public markets. With a newly acquired and fully permitted asset in a proven mineral district, the company is entering an exciting new chapter - moving from acquisition into active development. Backed by strong leadership and a healthy balance sheet, the organization is building out its core finance team to support operational readiness, public company compliance, and long-term value creation. This is a unique opportunity to join a company at the ground level of its next phase and directly influence its financial infrastructure, reporting integrity, and strategic execution.
Reporting to a highly experienced and proven CFO, the Director, Finance will be the lead architect of the company’s financial reporting function. This role will oversee all external reporting, including MD&A preparation, regulatory filings, and board-level financial presentation materials. With two direct reports, Assistant Controller and a supporting Accountant, this leader will ensure the company meets evolving compliance requirements while maintaining high reporting standards as it approaches public listing and operational ramp-up.
Responsibilities
- Lead preparation of quarterly and annual financial statements, MD&A, and associated regulatory filings
- Support the CFO in preparing board and investor-facing financial reporting and presentations
- Develop and manage internal financial reporting processes, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and clarity
- Oversee the Assistant Controller and Accountant to ensure strong month-end close, reconciliations, and audit readiness
- Coordinate with external auditors and legal advisors to meet audit and disclosure requirements
- Assist with implementing scalable financial controls and systems aligned with public company expectations
- Partner with the CFO to assess financial risks, ensure regulatory compliance, and support capital markets readiness
- Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives related to reporting automation, data integrity, and process efficiency
- Support budgeting activities and other special projects as required
Requirements
- CPA designation with 8+ years of progressive experience in accounting and financial reporting
- Strong understanding of IFRS and public company reporting standards
- Experience preparing MD&A and board-level financial materials
- Background in mining, natural resources, or asset-intensive sectors preferred
- Proven ability to lead small teams and manage multiple priorities in a fast-moving environment
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to present complex financial information clearly to senior stakeholders
- Prior experience in a company undergoing a private-to-public transition or IPO readiness is a strong asset
- High level of ownership, accountability, and professional maturity
**Only candidates eligible to work in Canada will be considered**
Horizon Recruitment Inc. is a specialized recruitment and search firm with two complimentary practice areas: Finance & Supply Chain.
About Horizon Recruitment Inc
Horizon Recruitment is a specialized recruitment and search firm with two complimentary practice areas: Supply Chain and Finance. Horizon provides search services on an interim and permanent basis with a specific focus on professional and middle management recruitment. Since our inception, Horizon Recruitment has established a significant presence in the market and has quickly become one of the most trusted names in our business.
Our Supply Chain practice supports large scale capital construction projects with procurement and contract management resources. Our clients also engage us to assist them in identifying resources for demand planning, forecasting and analysis within their high technology environments. Corporate supply chain teams hire our consultants to assist them through process and innovation projects, including implementing continuous process improvement methodologies.
Our finance practice supports corporate accounting and finance departments with individuals who perform a variety of standard and complex tasks ranging from period end reporting to tax, treasury and complex financial modeling for mergers and acquisitions. We assist risk departments with audit and review, along with compliance issues.
For a confidential discussion regarding your own job search or hiring requirements, please contact a member of our team at 1 604 434 1006
Director of Finance And Accounting
About the role
Horizon Recruitment is working with a well-capitalized, growth-focused mining company preparing to transition from private to public markets. With a newly acquired and fully permitted asset in a proven mineral district, the company is entering an exciting new chapter - moving from acquisition into active development. Backed by strong leadership and a healthy balance sheet, the organization is building out its core finance team to support operational readiness, public company compliance, and long-term value creation. This is a unique opportunity to join a company at the ground level of its next phase and directly influence its financial infrastructure, reporting integrity, and strategic execution.
Reporting to a highly experienced and proven CFO, the Director, Finance will be the lead architect of the company’s financial reporting function. This role will oversee all external reporting, including MD&A preparation, regulatory filings, and board-level financial presentation materials. With two direct reports, Assistant Controller and a supporting Accountant, this leader will ensure the company meets evolving compliance requirements while maintaining high reporting standards as it approaches public listing and operational ramp-up.
Responsibilities
- Lead preparation of quarterly and annual financial statements, MD&A, and associated regulatory filings
- Support the CFO in preparing board and investor-facing financial reporting and presentations
- Develop and manage internal financial reporting processes, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and clarity
- Oversee the Assistant Controller and Accountant to ensure strong month-end close, reconciliations, and audit readiness
- Coordinate with external auditors and legal advisors to meet audit and disclosure requirements
- Assist with implementing scalable financial controls and systems aligned with public company expectations
- Partner with the CFO to assess financial risks, ensure regulatory compliance, and support capital markets readiness
- Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives related to reporting automation, data integrity, and process efficiency
- Support budgeting activities and other special projects as required
Requirements
- CPA designation with 8+ years of progressive experience in accounting and financial reporting
- Strong understanding of IFRS and public company reporting standards
- Experience preparing MD&A and board-level financial materials
- Background in mining, natural resources, or asset-intensive sectors preferred
- Proven ability to lead small teams and manage multiple priorities in a fast-moving environment
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to present complex financial information clearly to senior stakeholders
- Prior experience in a company undergoing a private-to-public transition or IPO readiness is a strong asset
- High level of ownership, accountability, and professional maturity
**Only candidates eligible to work in Canada will be considered**
Horizon Recruitment Inc. is a specialized recruitment and search firm with two complimentary practice areas: Finance & Supply Chain.
About Horizon Recruitment Inc
Horizon Recruitment is a specialized recruitment and search firm with two complimentary practice areas: Supply Chain and Finance. Horizon provides search services on an interim and permanent basis with a specific focus on professional and middle management recruitment. Since our inception, Horizon Recruitment has established a significant presence in the market and has quickly become one of the most trusted names in our business.
Our Supply Chain practice supports large scale capital construction projects with procurement and contract management resources. Our clients also engage us to assist them in identifying resources for demand planning, forecasting and analysis within their high technology environments. Corporate supply chain teams hire our consultants to assist them through process and innovation projects, including implementing continuous process improvement methodologies.
Our finance practice supports corporate accounting and finance departments with individuals who perform a variety of standard and complex tasks ranging from period end reporting to tax, treasury and complex financial modeling for mergers and acquisitions. We assist risk departments with audit and review, along with compliance issues.
For a confidential discussion regarding your own job search or hiring requirements, please contact a member of our team at 1 604 434 1006