Director of Finance

A little bit about us:

NutraChamps is a fast-growing health and wellness brand with a diverse catalogue of over 90+ products committed to supplying the best in nutritional supplements. In just over 8 years of operations, we have shot to the top of Amazon's marketplace and continue to grow on and off the platform. Recognized as one of the Top 50 fastest-growing companies in Canada, published in the Globe & Mail Magazine's 2019 & 2021 lists, as well as a Great Place to Work certified.

But we aren't just building a company: we're building a team. Our workspace is inviting, collaborative, engaging, and brimming with energy. Within our tight-knit team, you'll feel the impact you're making each day and be directly responsible for our company's continued growth. Be a valued part of company decisions and make a tangible difference in our mission to provide our customers with accessible and affordable ways to better their health.

When you join the NutraChamps family, you don't just get a job – you get a purpose.

We're seeking a motivated individual to join us at our Toronto headquarters. If you're committed to personal growth, passionate about health and wellness, and interested in moving us forward — we want to hear from you

NOTE: This position is for local candidates only. No agencies or international applications will be considered. 

Position Summary: 

Reporting to the COO, the Director of Finance is responsible for performing various financial and accounting duties to support the company's operations, ensuring compliance with accounting principles, controlling the company's cash flow, and managing the AR/AP/Payroll clerk.

A fundamental part of this role includes ensuring that we have enough cash to finance new growth initiatives and product launches, negotiating payment terms with existing suppliers, performing month-end processes, and communicating with the CRA.

This position requires knowledge of full-cycle accounting, attention to detail, and the ability to collaborate with stakeholders.

You'll be working alongside a dynamic team of talented and collaborative individuals who thrive in a fast-paced environment with a high level of autonomy. 

Primary Duties and Responsibilities (if this list looks exciting to you, click Apply Now):

• Managing the company's day to day financials including the AR/AP/Payroll Clerk.
• Ensuring timely and accurate preparation of financial statements, reports, and analyses in compliance with relevant accounting standards and regulations.
• Preparing variance analyses (actual vs. budget) and coordinating investigation and resolution into discrepancies with appropriate department managers
• Monitoring cash flow, financial performance, and key performance indicators, identifying trends and areas for improvement.
• Creating budgets, forecasts, and financial models.
• Implementing and maintaining internal controls to safeguard company assets and ensure compliance with financial policies and procedures.
• Providing strategic financial insights to executive leadership, contributing to business planning and growth strategies.
• Assist auditors by providing necessary documentation and explanations during financial audits.
• Prepare and file tax returns, ensuring adherence to tax laws and regulations.
• Monthly entry of bank accounts & CC transactions.
• Monthly reconciliation of bank accounts, CCs and LoC.
• Perform accurate and detailed quarterly inventory reconciliations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration.
• Professional accounting designation such as a CPA is required.
• 4+ years of accounting experience, including financial reporting, modeling, and analysis.
• 3+ years of Netsuite experience.
• Strong proficiency in Excel (VBA and Macros knowledge is a plus).
• Knowledge of ASPE and IFRS is an advantage.
• Excellent verbal, written communication, and formal presentation skills.
• Self-starter that takes initiative, makes decisions, and provides clear direction to internal and external stakeholders.
• Ability to identify and adapt to changing business needs.
• A hunger and motivation to drive meaningful growth.
• Solutions-oriented mindset and eagerness to identify and tackle new business challenges with urgency.
• Excellent project management skills and commitment to deadlines, processes and policies, and demonstrated ability to build great digital campaigns.

What's in it for you?

• Health & Wellness Benefits Plan
• 5 Weeks Paid Time Off
• No Dress Code
• Career Growth
• Flexible Work Hours
• Complimentary On-site Gym
• Free Food, All Day Every Day - Catered Breakfasts, Nutritious Snacks & Juices
• Whether you drive in or "Ride the Rocket", we'll subsidize parking or fare
• Your Choice of Tech - Whether you're a Mac or PC, what works for you works for us
• Diverse and multicultural work environment
• Here you can grow at the speed of your learning curve

Compensation:

• Salary: TBD
• Term: Contract months (Maternity Leave) with possibility of extension.
• Location: North York – Hybrid Model (4 days in office, 1 day WFH)