Job Description

Accounting/Auditing

Woodbridge, ON

Permanent

Jun 02, 2025

Job Title:

Director of Finance - Manufacturing

Our Client:

A growing, private equity-backed manufacturing company based in Mississauga. The business is in a high-growth phase and is looking for a hands-on finance leader with a

firm-trained foundation

and extensive experience in

costing, supply chain, and product sourcing

. You'll be a key partner to the CEO, helping shape strategy while building financial structure and driving profitability. The culture is built on trust, collaboration, and continuous improvement -- ideal for someone entrepreneurial who enjoys rolling up their sleeves and making an impact.

Principal Tasks and Responsibilities Include:

Lead full-cycle accounting including financial reporting, consolidations, and month-end close Drive budgeting, forecasting, and annual planning Improve and standardize AP, AR, and GL processes Manage cash flow, working capital, and tax compliance Liaise with auditors and external advisors Ensure internal controls and regulatory compliance Partner with the CEO on business planning and growth strategy Perform detailed costing, margin, and pricing analysis to drive profitability Support and influence product sourcing decisions with robust financial analysis Collaborate closely with supply chain and operations to align production realities with financial targets Build dashboards and real-time reporting for leadership visibility Lead margin improvement initiatives tied to sourcing, vendor management, and process efficiencies Provide financial guidance on new product and customer analysis to identify scalable opportunities

Qualifications and Pre-Requisites:

CPA designation strongly preferred, with a

firm-trained background

(Big 4 or mid-tier public accounting) 7+ years in finance/accounting, with extensive experience in

manufacturing, costing, supply chain, and product sourcing

Strong track record in both hands-on accounting and financial leadership Proven ability to build processes and structure in a growth-focused environment Comfortable operating with ambiguity and incomplete information Excellent communication skills with the ability to collaborate cross-functionally and influence decisions Business-minded, proactive, and excited to scale a growing company

Additional Information:

Location: Mississauga, ON Compensation: $150K base + 25%+ bonus (Bonus is tied to company performance/growth) * Type: Full-time, permanent