Interim Vice President, Finance

Duration: 6 months Contract

Work Model: Hybrid, 3 days onsite

Location: Toronto Downtown/Yorkville Area

Pay: $75 - $90/hr

Position Overview

We are seeking an interim Vice President, Finance.

Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer, this individual will oversee the finance function and provide leadership across reporting, planning, controls, audit, and broader finance operations. The role requires someone who can operate at both a strategic and hands-on level, while supporting business priorities in a fast-moving environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the finance function across reporting, planning, controls, and audit execution
• Oversee the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting for senior leadership and other key stakeholders
• Direct the annual budget process, forecasting cycles, and financial planning.
• Maintain a strong financial control environment and support sound governance
• Lead year-end financial statement preparation and manage external audit activity
• Oversee cash management, liquidity planning, and treasury-related responsibilities
• Provide oversight for tax filings and related compliance requirements
• Review contracts and provide financial oversight related to vendors, procurement, and commercial commitments
• Mentor, lead, and develop the finance team while driving accountability and strong performance

Required Background

• CPA designation required
• University degree in accounting, finance, business, or a related field
• Progressive senior finance leadership experience within complex, fast-paced organizations
• Strong expertise across financial reporting, controllership, planning and analysis, audit, cash management, and operational finance
• Proven ability to lead and develop teams while creating structure, ownership, and accountability
• Experience supporting change, managing multiple priorities, and driving execution in evolving environments
• Strong communication skills and executive presence, with the ability to present clearly to senior stakeholders
• Ideal profile includes a polished and commercially minded finance leader coming from a larger company environment

Interested?

If you are a senior finance leader available for an interim mandate and interested in making an immediate impact, we’d welcome the opportunity to connect and discuss the role further.

This job posting is for a current vacancy with our client.

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