Director, Finance

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For a full list of all open positions, please visit www.thorekscott.com. Position Overview Our client is a successful and highly entrepreneurial real estate development firm specializing in purpose-built, urban mid-market rental housing. Currently experiencing significant growth across multiple operating businesses, they are seeking a Director, Finance to drive the evolution of their finance function and create a stronger, more sophisticated operating model to support future growth. Reporting to the President, the Director of Finance will serve as the organization's most senior internal finance leader. This role will oversee the day-to-day finance function and lead the continued development of a best-in-class finance operation. The successful candidate will be accountable for the integrity of the financial reporting, cash visibility, internal controls, management reporting, multi-entity accounting, and the ongoing enhancement of finance processes and systems. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work directly with an engaged Founder, influence operational and strategic decision-making, lead finance transformation initiatives, build scalable processes, and mentor an established team. This is an attractive opportunity to join a growing organization, play a meaningful role in shaping the future of the finance function, and position yourself for continued leadership growth as the business expands. Role Responsibilities Oversee the day-to-day finance function, ensuring the delivery of accurate, timely, and insightful financial information across the organization. Manage the monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes, ensuring strong financial controls, reporting integrity, and compliance with established accounting policies. Prepare and review monthly management reporting packages, providing meaningful variance analysis and actionable insights to support business decision-making. Own cash management, liquidity reporting, and cash flow forecasting, providing clear visibility into the organization's financial position. Direct the preparation and review of financial statements, balance sheet reconciliations, and supporting schedules across multiple legal entities. Establish and enhance internal controls, accounting policies, and finance processes to support a scalable and well-governed finance function. Oversee intercompany accounting, reconciliations, and settlement processes while ensuring accuracy across the group structure. Mentor, develop, and support the finance team, fostering accountability, collaboration, and a culture of continuous improvement. Partner closely with the Founder and Fractional CFO by providing high-quality financial analysis to support strategic planning, capital allocation, and key business initiatives. Champion finance transformation initiatives, including process optimization, automation, systems enhancements, and improvements to reporting capabilities. Coordinate external audit, tax, banking, and other professional advisor relationships, ensuring the timely completion of all deliverables. Develop and maintain robust financial policies, documentation, and standardized procedures to improve consistency, efficiency, and business continuity. Collaborate with operational leaders across the organization to strengthen financial visibility, improve decision-making, and support the company's continued growth. Contribute to special projects and strategic initiatives as required to support the evolving needs of the business. Provide leadership, mentorship, and performance management to the finance team, fostering a collaborative, accountable, and high-performing culture. Undertake ad hoc financial analysis, reporting, and special projects as required to support evolving business needs and strategic initiatives. Desired Qualifications 7+ years of progressive accounting experience, including leading a financial reporting team. CPA designation (or equivalent professional accounting designation). Strong knowledge of the full accounting cycle, including financial reporting, month-end and year-end close, consolidations, and internal controls. Hands-on experience managing finance operations across multiple legal entities, including intercompany accounting, reconciliations, and cash flow management. Track record of improving finance processes, implementing controls, and driving systems enhancements within a growing organization. Exposure to cash management, liquidity reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and management reporting is considered an asset. Background in real estate development, construction, or a related project-based industry is considered an asset; experience within an entrepreneurial, high-growth environment is strongly preferred. Please note that at present, legal eligibility to work in Canada is a prerequisite for this role. This open role is currently being featured by Thorek/Scott and Partners! We highlight a variety of open roles every week. If you save this position to apply to later, it may appear closed when you revisit it. For a full list of all open positions, please visit www.thorekscott.com. .............................................................................................................................................................. We appreciate your interest in this role. In sharing your resume, you place your trust in us to treat you with integrity and respect and act in your best interests. All resumes will be held in the strictest of confidence. 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The Director of Finance will oversee day-to-day finance operations, ensuring the integrity of financial reporting, cash visibility, and internal controls. The role involves leading finance transformation initiatives and partnering with the Founder and Fractional CFO to support strategic decision-making.

Candidates need 7+ years of progressive accounting experience and a CPA designation. Experience in real estate development or a high-growth entrepreneurial environment is strongly preferred.

• Financial analysisPreferred

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• Financial Reporting
• Cash Management
• Internal Controls
• Multi-entity Accounting
• Management Reporting
• Intercompany Accounting
• Financial Analysis
• Process Optimization
• Budgeting
• Forecasting
• Audit Coordination
• Team Leadership
• Strategic Planning
• Capital Allocation
• Liquidity Reporting
• CPA

• Finance & Accounting
• Management & Leadership
• Sales
• Construction

Minimum education

Professional degree

Minimum experience

5+ years

Apply by

Sep 3, 2026

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week

Seniority

Director

Application method

Direct apply is available