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Director of Finance


Company : Vaco by Highspring


Location : niagara falls, Ontario


Created : 2025-04-05


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

About the CompanyOur client is a finance management firm. They are looking for a Director of Finance who will be responsible for overseeing the financial reporting for the familys assets, investments, and activities. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a dynamic face paced environment where discretion, professionalism, and attention to detail are paramount. The Director of Finance will play a key role in the development of financial strategies, financial reporting, and ensuring the financial health and integrity of the family office.Why Work HereCollaborative and flexible work environment Mentorship provided by senior management About the OpportunityLead the financial reporting function for the family office:Oversee the day-to-day financial transactions, reporting, analysis and planningPrepare and review monthly and annual financial statements, ensuring compliance with applicable accounting standards and tax laws.Analyze complex financial transactions and structuring to ensure proper recording for financial reporting purposesWork with the CFO and team to streamline the period-end close cycle and standardize/automate processesPrepare monthly balance sheet reconciliations, including cash and intercompany reconciliations.Develop and implement internal controls to ensure financial integrity and prevent fraud.Lead financial information requirements for tax planning and compliance: Work closely with Tax Director and external advisors to facilitate tax planningProviding legal entity financial statements and other financial information required for tax return compliance in multi-jurisdictions.Provide financial analysis and reporting for family holdings, including real estate, and other assets.Support finance operations and transaction support:Providing financial information to meet bank financing requirements, insurance policies, and other regulatory reporting.Providing accurate financial data and analysis to assist in investment and business decisions.Coordinate with external legal counsel to track and report on investments, transactions, and structure.About YouBachelors degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA designation preferred).Minimum of 10 years of experience in accounting or finance, with a focus on family offices, private equity, or wealth management.In-depth knowledge of Canadian accounting principles, tax laws, and financial reporting standards.Strong understanding of investments, asset management, and financial markets.Exceptional financial modelling, analysis, and reporting skills.Proficient with accounting software and Microsoft Office Suite; experience with Sage, QuickBooks, or similar systems preferred.Salary Range$140,000 - $150,000/yearHow to ApplyClick the Apply Now button and follow the instructions to submit your resume. Please know that we only accept documents in MS Word or Rich Text formats.When referencing this job, quote #442658You must currently reside within the Greater Toronto Area and be permitted to work in Canada to be considered for this opportunity. A recruiter will be in touch with you if your profile meets our clients requirements for this role.Vaco by Highspring values a diverse workplace and strongly encourages women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply.EEO Notice Vaco by Highspring is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race (including but not limited to traits historically associated with race such as hair texture and hair style), color, sex (includes pregnancy or related conditions), religion or creed, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, status as a veteran, union membership, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, political affiliation, or any other protected characteristics as required by federal, state or local law.Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact HR@vaco.com .Vaco by Highspring also wants all applicants to know their rights that workplace discrimination is illegal. By submitting to this position, you agree that you will be giving Vaco by Highspring the exclusive right to present your as a candidate for the foregoing employment opportunity. You further agree that you have represented information about yourself accurately and have not affirmatively misrepresented your qualifications. You also agree to maintain as confidential, to the fullest extent permitted by law, any information you learn from Vaco by Highspring about the position and you will limit disclosure of information about the position only to the extent necessary to perform any obligations in furtherance of your application. In exchange, Vaco by Highspring agrees to exercise reasonable efforts to represent you through all solicitation, job screening and resume dispersal.Privacy NoticeVaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries (we, our, or Vaco by Highspring) respects your privacy and are committed to providing transparent notice of our policies. California residents may access Vaco by Highspring HR Notice at Collection for California Applicants and Employees here. Virginia residents may access our state specific policies here. Residents of all other states may access our policies here. Canadian residents may access our policies in English here and in French here. Residents of countries governed by GDPR may access our policies here.Pay Transparency Notice Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco by Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to: the individuals skill sets, experience and training; licensure and certification requirements; office location and other geographic considerations; other business and organizational needs.With that said, as required by local law, Vaco by Highspring believes that the following salary range referenced above reasonably estimates the base compensation for an individual hired into this position in geographies that require salary range disclosure. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses.