Director of Finance And Accounting

Ottawa, ON
On-site
Posted Oct 16, 2026
1 position

$150,000–$180,000 / year

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Employment type: Full-time
Experience level: Senior · 8+ years
Minimum education: Professional degree
Posting language: English
Working hours: 40 hours per week
Seniority: Director

Job summary

Lead finance and accounting teams, financial reporting, audits, controls, payroll, and complex accounting across construction, equipment leasing, and related entities. Drive finance transformation and process improvements, advise senior leaders on business and project performance, and oversee financing, covenant reporting, working capital planning, and financial risk escalation.

Job details

Are you ready to shape the future of finance and build a stronger foundation for growth with a well-established Ottawa-based industry leader? As the Director of Finance, you will lead financial transformation, strengthen processes and controls, navigate complex accounting matters, and oversee payroll across a diverse construction and equipment leasing portfolio. Partnering closely with the CFO, Controller, fellow Directors and senior leaders, you’ll bring people, processes and systems together to drive smarter decisions, improve financial performance, and ensure finance initiatives support the organization’s long-term success. The main responsibilities for this role include: Provide strategic and technical finance leadership to the Controller and accounting teams, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting, compliance with ASPE and company policies, and resolution of complex accounting matters across construction, equipment leasing and related entities. Oversee year-end reporting, audits and reviews, significant accounting judgments, financial controls and documentation to ensure compliance, transparency and effective risk management. Lead finance transformation initiatives in partnership with Financial Systems and Process, standardizing workflows, strengthening controls, improving accountability and supporting the implementation and adoption of ERP, reporting and automation solutions. Build strong relationships with Directors and senior leaders across operations and corporate functions, aligning priorities, coordinating deliverables and providing practical financial advice to support business decisions. Review and challenge project performance, work-in-progress, contract accounting, budgeting, forecasting and cash flow information to improve reporting accuracy, operational visibility and timely decision-making. Maintain executive accountability for payroll performance, compliance, controls and continuous improvement, while providing leadership, coaching and technical support to the Controller and finance team. Coordinate with auditors, tax advisors, lenders and bonding providers; oversee financing, credit facility and covenant reporting; support working capital planning; and escalate significant financial, accounting, control and organizational risks to the CFO with recommended actions. Join this well-established, family-owned organization with a rich history of building essential infrastructure, strong community relationships, and lasting careers across Eastern Ontario. If you would like to make a meaningful impact, grow your career, and be part of a team that values integrity, quality, and collaboration, explore this opportunity and apply today! Qualifications: The main qualifications for this role include: Completed CPA designation Post-secondary education in finance and/or accounting Minimum 8+ years of experience, including proven team leadership Previous construction industry experience is considered a very strong asset Experience working with change management in a multi-company environment How You Will Be Rewarded: $150,000 – $180,000 salary range Great bonus potential 4 weeks’ vacation Generous benefits package RPP 6% company contribution after 3 months Free parking Location: Ottawa Internal Job ID#: 5123 Recruiter Name: Tracey Windsor

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Requirements

Requires a completed CPA designation, post-secondary education in finance and/or accounting, and at least eight years of experience, including proven team leadership. Construction industry experience is a strong asset, as is experience with change management in a multi-company environment.