Vice President, Finance

Company & Brand Overview:

Location: Support Centre, Burlington, Ontario

So what are you waiting for … come learn more and see if you have what it takes to join our team!

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in both corporate finance and accounting, with experience managing complex financial operations in a public company reporting environment.

Duties & Responsibilities:

1. Financial Leadership and Strategy:

• Lead the development and execution of financial strategies, providing insight to executive leadership and the Board of Directors on financial performance, risk management, and investment opportunities.
• Partner with the CFO to develop and refine SIR Corp.’s short-term and long-term financial goals, business plans, and performance metrics.
• Drive financial performance across both SIR Corp. and SIR Income Royalty Fund by providing accurate, timely, and relevant financial insights and recommendations.
• Oversee the financial integration of SIR Income Royalty Fund’s operations, ensuring consistency with corporate finance and accounting standards.

1. Accounting and Financial Reporting:

• Ensure the accuracy, timeliness, and compliance of financial reporting for both SIR Corp. and SIR Income Royalty Fund.
• Supervise and mentor the Accounting team to ensure adherence to regulatory frameworks.
• Oversee the preparation and presentation of consolidated financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, cash flow statements, and other financial reports.
• Manage internal and external audits, ensuring effective communication with auditors and that the financial records are in full compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.

1. Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A):

• Lead the FP&A team in the preparation of budgets, forecasts, and financial projections, driving alignment with business strategy and key performance indicators (KPIs).
• Provide senior leadership with actionable insights derived from financial modeling, variance analysis, and business performance reviews.
• Develop and implement financial models to assess business initiatives, including capital allocation, investments, and acquisitions, and communicate the impact on both SIR Corp. and SIR Income Royalty Fund.
• Partner with various business units to deliver performance dashboards, cost-control measures, and financial guidance to ensure business objectives are met.

1. Team Leadership and Development:

• Build, manage, and mentor a high-performing team of finance professionals in both Accounting and FP&A functions.
• Foster a collaborative, high-performance culture, encouraging continuous improvement, innovation, and professional growth within the finance team.
• Set clear objectives for the teams, conduct performance reviews, and identify development opportunities to ensure the continued success and growth of the department.

1. Stakeholder Communication and Relationships:

• Serve as a key financial liaison between senior management, the Board of Directors, investors, and external stakeholders.
• Present financial results, strategic initiatives, and other financial matters to key internal and external stakeholders in a clear and concise manner.
• Build strong relationships with external auditors, tax advisors, and other financial institutions to enhance the credibility and reliability of financial operations.

1. Risk Management and Compliance:

• Implement and monitor internal controls, policies, and procedures to mitigate financial risk and ensure compliance with relevant regulations, including tax, legal, and regulatory requirements.
• Identify and mitigate financial risks to protect both SIR Corp. and SIR Income Royalty Fund’s interests, ensuring the sustainability of the organization’s operations.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field.
• Experience in one of the big 4 accounting firms is strongly preferred.
• CPA designation required.
• Minimum 10 years of progressive finance and accounting experience, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role.
• Strong understanding of financial reporting, forecasting, and budgeting processes.
• Proven experience overseeing both accounting and FP&A teams in a complex financial environment, including multi-entity and/or public company reporting.
• Excellent financial modeling, analytical, and strategic thinking skills.
• Strong leadership and people management abilities, with a track record of building and developing high-performing teams.
• Experience in working with external auditors, investors, and regulatory bodies.
• Exceptional communication and presentation skills, with the ability to articulate financial information to non-financial stakeholders.
• Proven ability to drive financial performance, manage competing priorities, and thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Experience in the restaurant, hospitality, or similar sectors is a plus, but not required.

Key Competencies:

• Leadership and team management
• Strategic financial planning
• Analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong business acumen
• Relationship building and stakeholder management
• Effective communication and presentation
• Risk management and regulatory compliance
• Decision-making under pressure

Compensation and Benefits:

• Competitive base salary and performance-based incentives.
• Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, and health spending account.
• RRSP/DPSP matching program.
• Opportunities for professional growth and advancement.

Members of our team will consult and create processes that provide individuals with disabilities the best possible recruitment experience.