Head of Finance at a Fast Growing Company

Head of Finance at a Fast Growing Company (As Seen on Dragon's Den) Full-Time, Permanent | Hybrid | Reports to Managing Director | $130,000.00
- $155,000 CAD per year About Bunkie Life At Bunkie Life, we’re more than a manufacturer of small cabin kits — we help families across North America create space for connection, play, and lifelong memories. Our easy-to-assemble bunkie kits allow our clients to build their dream retreats in a single weekend, fostering connection and togetherness. As a growing leader in our industry, we’re committed to delivering exceptional craftsmanship and unforgettable client experiences. Join our team and be part of a mission rooted in creativity, quality, and family values—where the work you do truly makes a difference for the families we serve, alongside a team that genuinely cares. Our values:
- All In
- Authentic & Real
- Permission to Play
- Go-Getter
- Humble

About the Role
Bunkie Life is seeking a Head of Finance to own the strategic and operational health of our finance function across both our Canadian and U.
S. entities. This role sets financial strategy, owns forecasting and risk management, and holds the banking, lending, and audit relationships that keep the business capitalized and compliant as it scales. The Controller and General Accountant own day-to-day accounting execution and month-end close, while the Director of Finance provides oversight, verifies accuracy, identifies and resolves errors, and focuses on strategy, forecasting, and risk. This is a hands‑on leadership role for someone who can operate at both the strategic and detailed level in a fast‑growing, multi‑entity environment. Requirements

Key Responsibilities
Strategic Financial Leadership
- Set and own the company's financial strategy across Canadian and U.
S. entities
- Partner with the Managing Director and owners on major financial decisions
- Translate business goals into financial plans, targets, and reporting
- Act as the primary financial advisor to leadership Forecasting, Budgeting & Analysis
- Own the annual budget and rolling forecast models and assumptions
- Deliver timely, accurate financial reporting and variance analysis to leadership
- Lead margin, cash flow, and profitability analysis to support growth decisions
- Support pricing, promotion, and operational initiatives with financial modeling Banking, Financing & Lender Relationships
- Own all banking relationships and signing authority
- Lead financing initiatives and strategic finance projects
- Manage lender and investor relationships and reporting requirements
- Evaluate financing options to support growth and working capital needs
- Ensure compliance with Canadian and U.
S. accounting standards and regulatory requirements
- Own audit relationships and lead external audits and reviews
- Identify compliance risks proactively, before they become issues
- Directly manage our Controller.
- Set priorities, review first-level work, and provide second-level sign-off where needed
- Coach and develop the finance team as the business scales
- Ensure month-end close, AP/AR, payroll, and commissions run smoothly with minimal escalation to this role Multi-Entity Oversight
- Oversee finance operations across Canadian and U.
S. entities
- Ensure consistent policies, controls, and reporting standards across both
- Support Intercompany transactions and cross-border compliance requirements
- Own tax strategy and compliance across the company’s Canadian and U.
S. entities
- Oversee corporate income tax, GST/HST, U.
S. sales and use tax, and other applicable federal, provincial, state, and local obligations
- Ensure all tax filings, installments, remittances, and regulatory deadlines are completed accurately and on time
- Monitor U.
S. state requirements and assess tax implications as the company expands into new jurisdictions
- Oversee the tax treatment of Intercompany and cross-border transactions, including appropriate documentation and transfer‑pricing considerations
- Partner with external tax advisors to manage complex matters, audits, inquiries, and evolving regulatory requirements
- Identify available tax credits, incentives, and planning opportunities while maintaining appropriate compliance and controls
- Proactively identify and communicate tax risks, exposures, and upcoming obligations to leadership Core Skills & Competencies
- Strong strategic thinking paired with comfort in the financial details when needed
- Expert knowledge of accounting principles, financial planning, and risk management
- Proven leadership and people‑management capabilities
- Strong relationship‑management skills with banks, lenders, and advisors
- Clear, confident communicator with owners and leadership
- High level of accuracy, judgment, and discretion with sensitive financial and payroll data
- Proficiency in QuickBooks Online and Google Workspace Qualifications & Experience
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Acco