Director of Finance

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