Director, Finance and Operations

About Us

Innovatex Solutions Inc. is a vibrant, women-owned business specializing in corporate promotional products and kitting. We thrive on creativity, efficiency, and teamwork, setting the standard as an industry leader dedicated to innovation and excellence. As we expand, we are seeking senior leadership talent to bring structure, strategy, and financial discipline to fuel our next phase of growth.

Why Choose Us?

Growth-Focused Environment: We invest in your professional development. Collaborative Culture: Work closely with the CEO & Founder and a supportive team. Impactful Work: Help shape the operations of a dynamic company. Competitive

Benefits: Enjoy a health spending account and other perks.

Women-Owned Business: Experience a collaborative environment that values unique perspectives and drives positive change.

Fast-Paced Work: Engage in interesting international shipping and receiving.

About the Role

We are hiring a Director of Finance & Operations to lead the financial and operational backbone of our company. This senior leadership role will partner closely with the CEO to design scalable systems, optimize processes, and ensure financial stability while shaping the long-term strategic direction of the business.

If you are a strategic, results-driven leader with expertise in finance and operations, and you thrive in a growing small business environment this is an exciting opportunity to make a lasting impact.

Key Responsibilities

Financial & Accounting Oversight

• Oversee all finance and accounting functions: AP/AR, payroll, reconciliations, month-end close.
• Analyze sales performance and financial data by reviewing sales reports, margin and profitability by clients and products; set and monitor sales targets in alignment with financial goals.
• Manage cash flow, budgets, forecasts, and financial reporting.
• Ensure compliance with Canadian accounting standards and external audit requirements.
• Provide financial insight and analysis to guide executive decision-making.

Operational Leadership

• Lead daily operations, including supply chain, warehousing, logistics, and vendor management.
• Build and refine processes to improve efficiency and scalability.
• Drive technology adoption to automate workflows and strengthen reporting, primarily using Sage 50 (Simply Accounting) and industry specific platform Sage Workplace
• Ensure compliance with operational and OH&S standards.

Strategic Growth

• Partner with the CEO to develop and execute business growth strategies.
• Establish KPIs and performance metrics to drive accountability and results.
• Identify new tools, vendors, and systems that unlock scalability and efficiency.
• Contribute to talent planning and organizational design as the business grows.

What We're Looking For

• 7+ years of progressive experience in operations and/or finance, with at least 3 years in a senior manager or director role.
• CPA designation (or equivalent) strongly preferred.
• Experience in supply chain, logistics, or product distribution environments.
• Proven ability to design and implement scalable processes in growing businesses.
• ERP/financial systems expertise (Sage 50 and/or Sage Workplace).
• Experience with Ariba and Coupa is an asset.
• Strategic thinker with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Hands-on leader who can balance daily execution with long-term planning.
• Thrives in a start-up environment adaptable, decisive, and able to create structure in ambiguity.
• Brings creativity and innovation to foster collaboration and continuous improvement.

What We Offer

Competitive compensation & flexible benefits

Paid vacation & holidays

Flexible schedule

Professional development

Business casual dress

Company & team-building events

On-site perks and parking

Ability to commute/relocate to Newmarket, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Location: In person

Innovatex Solutions Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome diverse applicants and provide accommodations throughout the hiring process. Please let us know if you need support.

Sound Like A Good Fit? Here's How To Apply

If you're ready to step into a leadership role where your expertise will directly shape the growth and success of a dynamic business, we'd love to hear from you

Please submit your resume and a separate short note (one paragraph) responding to this question by email to

At Innovatex Solutions Inc., creativity fuels how we grow and solve problems. Where does creativity spark for you, and what inspires your best ideas?

This helps us get to know you beyond your experience, we're curious to learn how you think, what drives you, and what sparks your creativity.

We review every application with care. While we can't connect with everyone personally, we truly value your interest in being part of our story and wish you success on your journey. Thank you for considering Innovatex Solutions Inc.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Extended health care
• Flexible schedule
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• Vision care

Work Location: In person