Director of Finance

Reference: Finance/TO/11-05-202_1778578353

Director of Finance (Contract - 3-4 Months)

Reporting To: General Manager

Duration: 3 months (with possible 1-month extension)

Start: Urgent

Primary Focus: Audit readiness and financial operations support

Overview

Our client is seeking an experienced Director of Finance (Contract) to support the business during an upcoming audit period. The ideal candidate will be a controller or Senior Finance Manager that can take on a director role. This role will be responsible for overseeing all accounting functions, ensuring compliance with GAAP, and stabilizing financial operations while preparing accurate and audit-ready records.

This is a hands-on leadership role, requiring both strategic oversight and operational execution.

Key Responsibilities

Audit Preparation & Financial Oversight

  • Lead the organization through audit preparation, ensuring all documentation and financial records are accurate and complete
  • Support external auditors, responding to queries and providing required schedules and reconciliations
  • Ensure compliance with GAAP and internal financial controls

Financial Management

  • Oversee all accounting functions including:
  • Accounts Payable (AP)
  • Accounts Receivable (AR)
  • General ledger and month-end close
  • Maintain accurate financial reporting and reconciliations
  • Monitor financial performance, identify risks, and implement corrective actions where required
  • Provide insights to support financial planning and decision-making

Operational Accounting

  • Review and ensure accuracy of:
  • Invoices and financial documentation
  • Payroll processing
  • Banking transactions and reconciliations
  • Coordinate and prepare individualized funding claims (if applicable)
  • Ensure all entries and processes meet required timelines and standards

Reporting & Systems

  • Produce timely and accurate financial reports
  • Utilize accounting software effectively for reporting and tracking
  • Support month-end and year-end reporting processes

Key Requirements

  • CPA designation (CA, CGA or equivalent)
  • Proven experience in a Director of Finance or Senior Finance Leadership role
  • Strong experience supporting or leading external audits
  • Hands-on experience across full-cycle accounting
  • Strong knowledge of GAAP
  • Ability to step into a role quickly and operate in an urgent, fast-paced environment

Ideal Profile

  • Immediately available or short notice
  • Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills
  • Detail-oriented with the ability to manage both strategic and operational tasks
  • Comfortable working in a contract / interim capacity

Additional Information

  • This is a time-sensitive requirement
  • The successful candidate will play a critical role in ensuring audit readiness
  • Potential extension depending on business needs
COMPETITIVE SALARY

Toronto

Contract

Added 12/05/2026
Reference: Finance/TO/11-05-202_1778578353

Director of Finance

Toronto
Contract

Other similar jobs

Project Director - Solar

Added 08/07/2026

An established renewable energy developer and asset owner is seeking an experienced Project Director to lead the owner-side management of a portfolio of utility-scale Solar PV projects, including Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) where applicable.This senior role provides leadership across the full project lifecycle - from transaction support and financial close through construction, commissioning, handover, and the Defects Liability Period. The successful candidate will act as the owner's representative, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on schedule, within budget, and in compliance with shareholder, lender, regulatory, and contractual requirements.Role OverviewThe Project Director will oversee a portfolio of renewable energy projects while...

Learn more

Managing Director

Added 12/06/2026

Our client is a globally recognised engineering and industrial solutions provider, operating across energy, infrastructure, and heavy industry sectors. With a strong international footprint, the organisation delivers advanced technologies and aftermarket services that support operational efficiency, reliability, and the transition toward lower-emission and more sustainable energy systems.The company partners with major players across shipping, energy, and industrial markets, offering a combination of technical expertise, service excellence, and long-term asset optimisation solutions. It has a well-established presence in both developed and emerging markets, with a reputation for innovation, quality, and strong client relationships.The business is currently focused on expanding its regional...

Learn more

Project Development Director

Added 11/06/2026

Title: Project Development DirectorLocation: United States (Remote with travel to Boulder and Boston)About the RoleThe Project Development Director will be fully accountable for the advancement of utility-scale energy projects in the United States, from early-stage site identification through permitting, interconnection, and Financial Close / Ready-to-Build status. We are looking for a true developer - someone who has personally owned projects end-to-end, not only specific components of the development lifecycle. The role is hybrid and can be based anywhere in the US, with travel as required by project needs.Key ResponsibilitiesOriginate and advance greenfield and co-development opportunities.Lead projects from site control through...

Learn more

Director of Mining - Africa

Added 13/04/2026

A leading global consultancy in the resources sector is seeking to appoint a Director of Mining - Africa to join its senior leadership team.Reporting to the Managing Director, with a strong connection into global leadership, this role will play a key part in shaping and driving the organisation's mining strategy across the African region. The successful individual will contribute to strategic growth initiatives, support the development of high-performing teams, and help strengthen the business's presence across multiple markets.This position offers the opportunity to work closely with an international network of mining professionals, contributing to a collaborative and forward-thinking environment focused...

Learn more

Director: Solar Engineering - Utility-scale

Added 09/04/2026

A leading renewable energy developer and Independent Power Producer is seeking an experienced Director: Solar Engineering to lead the technical development, optimisation, and delivery of large‑scale solar PV projects across South Africa. This is a high‑impact leadership role for a seasoned solar engineering professional with deep utility‑scale expertise and a passion for building and guiding high‑performance engineering teams.Role OverviewThe Director: Solar Engineering will take ownership of the end‑to‑end technical lifecycle of solar PV projects, from early development and bid support through detailed design, construction, commissioning, and operational support.Reporting to the Head of Engineering, this role works closely with senior leaders...

Learn more

Construction Director - Energy Infrastructure

Added 31/03/2026

A leading infrastructure platform is seeking an experienced Construction Director to take executive responsibility for the delivery of a large and diverse portfolio of energy projects.This is a senior leadership role for someone with a proven track record managing complex, multi-project construction environments, where safety, schedule, cost, and technical performance are all critical.⸻The OpportunityYou will oversee the full construction lifecycle across a portfolio of projects, ensuring delivery is aligned with commercial objectives, technical requirements, and long-term operational performance.The role requires strategic oversight combined with practical execution leadership, managing multiple workstreams, contractors, and stakeholders across different locations.⸻Key ResponsibilitiesPortfolio Leadership * Provide...

Learn more

Technical Director - Environmental & Resource Systems

Added 31/03/2026

An organisation operating across complex project environments is seeking a Technical Director to lead a portfolio of work focused on natural systems, environmental considerations, and resource-related challenges.This is a senior leadership role for someone who can balance technical credibility, team leadership, and commercial direction within a growing and evolving function.⸻The OpportunityYou'll be responsible for guiding a broad technical capability that supports projects across multiple regions and sectors.The role combines: * oversight of project delivery * leadership of multidisciplinary teams * responsibility for financial performance * contribution to long-term growth and positioningYou'll operate at both strategic and operational levels, ensuring that...

Learn more

Finance Accountant

Added 23/06/2026

Role PurposeThe Financial Accountant is responsible for managing core accounting functions across a group of entities, with a focus on project-level (SPV) and group reporting, shareholder structures, and international operations.This is a hands-on role requiring strong technical accounting capability, responsible for delivering accurate financial reporting, maintaining robust intercompany structures, and supporting funding, audit, and compliance requirements across the group.Key ResponsibilitiesGroup & Multi-Entity AccountingManage accounting across multiple entities within the group, including South Africa, Botswana, and NamibiaPerform group consolidations and ensure accurate reporting across all entitiesMaintain and reconcile intercompany balances and related party transactionsFinancial Reporting & Monthly CloseDeliver the full monthly...

Learn more

Finance Manager

Added 23/06/2026

Role PurposeThe Finance Manager is responsible for overseeing financial management, reporting, and controls across multiple entities and projects, ensuring accurate financial information, strong governance, and alignment with group and statutory requirements.This role combines operational finance, project accounting, and regional oversight, supporting both project delivery teams and senior leadership with financial insights and performance tracking.Key ResponsibilitiesFinancial Management & ReportingOversee the preparation of monthly management accounts and financial reportsEnsure compliance with IFRS and internal group reporting standardsDeliver accurate and timely financial information to support decision-makingManage year-end processes and statutory reporting requirementsProject & Contract AccountingOversee financial management of large-scale projects and contractsMonitor project...

Learn more

Finance Manager

Added 23/06/2026

Role PurposeThe Finance Manager is responsible for overseeing financial management, reporting, and controls across multiple entities and projects, ensuring accurate financial information, strong governance, and alignment with group and statutory requirements.This role combines operational finance, project accounting, and regional oversight, supporting both project delivery teams and senior leadership with financial insights and performance tracking.Key ResponsibilitiesFinancial Management & ReportingOversee the preparation of monthly management accounts and financial reportsEnsure compliance with IFRS and internal group reporting standardsDeliver accurate and timely financial information to support decision-makingManage year-end processes and statutory reporting requirementsProject & Contract AccountingOversee financial management of large-scale projects and contractsMonitor project...

Learn more

Head of Asset Finance

Added 16/06/2026

The business is a fast-growing shared mobility platform operating across major urban centres in Africa, including cities such as Lagos, Abuja, and Abidjan. It has already enabled approximately 10 million safe, affordable, and convenient commuter trips, establishing itself as a key player in urban transportation across the region.To support continued growth and meet rising demand for high-capacity vehicles (buses and vans), the organisation has introduced an embedded asset financing offering within its ecosystem. This enables fleet partners to access financing to expand capacity and improve service delivery.The business is now evolving from a predominantly asset-light mobility model into a hybrid...

Learn more

Head of Finance

Added 12/05/2026

An established South African OEM with more than 20 years of experience delivering specialised products and solutions to the mining sector is looking to appoint a commercially astute Head of Finance to join their executive leadership team.Reporting directly to the CEO, this role offers the opportunity to play a strategic part in a growing and highly respected business operating within the mining and industrial sector.You will lead a finance team of 5 direct reports and take ownership of the full finance function, including financial strategy, reporting, controls, compliance, cash flow management, budgeting, forecasting, and operational finance support.Position: Head of Finance...

Learn more
At least 8 characters, 1 uppercase, 1 lowercase and 1 special character or number
Your file must be a doc, docx or pdf. No larger than 5MB.