Strategic Finance Leader

4 weeks ago


Waterloo, Ontario, Canada Definity Full time
Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled Strategic Finance Leader to join our team at Definity. As a key member of our organization, you will be responsible for leading the execution of our organization-wide budgeting and forecasting cycles, including consolidation of operational and head office department budgets.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead the execution of budgeting and forecasting cycles
  • Deliver executive and board-level materials to support approval of forecasts and budgets
  • Evaluate financial performance against targets and provide meaningful insights on trends and variances
  • Develop and implement strategic financial models to support decision-making
  • Provide finance and business partner support for ad-hoc requests

Requirements:

  • Completed university degree in accounting, business, or finance
  • Recognized Canadian accounting designation (CPA) required
  • Experience in people leadership and financial ownership of cross-functional initiatives
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills and ability to interact with all levels of the organization

What We Offer:

  • Hybrid work schedule for most roles
  • Company share ownership program
  • Pension and savings programs with company-matched RRSP contributions
  • Education resources, tuition assistance, and paid time off to study for exams

At Definity, we value diversity and inclusion and are committed to creating a workplace that is welcoming and accessible to all. If you require accommodation at any time during the recruitment process, please let us know by contacting us.

This role requires successful clearance of background checks, including criminal checks and leadership references.



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