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

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