We are seeking an experienced Chief Financial Officer (CFO) based in Canada with deep expertise in DTC Fashion or beauty brands. The successful candidate will lead our global financial strategy and operations.
Key Responsibilities: Financial Strategy & Leadership
- Develop and implement financial strategies to support aggressive growth and scalability.
- Serve as a key advisor to the President and executive team, providing financial insights to drive strategic decisions.
- Lead scenario modeling, business forecasting, and long-range planning across Canadian headquarters and U.S. subsidiary.
- Experience with EU expansion considerations & execution is an asset.
Subsidiary & Cross-Border Expertise
- Ensure regulatory compliance across Canadian and U.S. jurisdictions (CRA, IRS, sales tax, etc.).
- Oversee all financial functions and compliance for the U.S. subsidiary, including tax, payroll, transfer pricing, and intercompany transactions.
- Optimize cross-border cash flow, FX risk management.
Accounting, Reporting & Compliance
- Own all aspects of financial reporting, including consolidated P&L, balance sheet, and cash flow across all entities.
- Establish robust monthly close processes and reporting cycles for both GAAP and tax compliance.
- Manage relationships with auditors, tax advisors, legal counsel, and financial institutions.
Budgeting & Operational Finance
- Lead budgeting, financial planning, and cost control processes across departments.
- Partner with operations to optimize inventory, logistics, and payment terms with vendors.
Capital Strategy
- Support fundraising initiatives and capital structure planning.
- Prepare financial models, and board reporting packages.
Team & Systems Management
- Build and lead a high-performing finance, accounting, and compliance team.
- Own the finance tech stack, including implementing a new ERP, and eCommerce integrations (e.g., Shopify Plus, etc.).
- Implement and scale internal controls and financial processes.
Qualifications:
- CPA, CA, or equivalent financial designation required; MBA preferred.
- 10+ years of progressive finance experience, including 3+ years as CFO or equivalent in a high-growth eCommerce or DTC brand.
- Strong U.S. subsidiary experience, ideally with cross-border eCommerce or retail entities.
- Deep knowledge of multi-entity accounting, financial modeling, and international tax including EU.
- Experience supporting high-volume eCommerce operations (Shopify Plus and global logistics a major asset).
- Comfortable in fast-paced, founder-led, creative environments.
- Excellent leadership, analytical, and communication skills.