The Opportunity This role leads the organizations financial strategy, planning, reporting, and capital management, while serving as a trusted advisor to the President and Board.

The position is responsible for providing explicit financial insight, enabling informed decision-making, and ensuring strong governance and fiscal discipline.

With a focus on sustainable growth and long-term value creation, the role plays a critical part in strengthening the companys financial performance, resilience, and overall financial health.

Position Description Enterprise Financial Strategy Define and lead the companys financial direction in support of strategic and operational priorities.

Produce forward-looking financial projections and performance reporting for executive leadership and external stakeholders.

Planning, Forecasting & Insights Own the annual operating plan, multi-year forecasts, and financial scenario analysis.

Convert complex financial and operational data into insights that inform product development, pricing strategy, and cost efficiency.

Apply advanced analytics to support growth, scalability, and continuous improvement.

Financial Governance & Reporting Uphold the accuracy and integrity of financial records in accordance with accounting standards, tax requirements, and regulatory guidelines.

Direct audit activities, strengthen control environments, and oversee enterprise risk and compliance frameworks.

Liquidity, Capital & Treasury Manage cash position, credit arrangements, banking partnerships, and working capital effectiveness.

Evaluate capital investments and ensure disciplined capital allocation against clear return expectations.

Leadership & Cross-Functional Partnership Build, mentor, and lead a high-performing finance organization.

Partner closely with Operations, Supply Chain, Sales, and Innovation to drive alignment and execution across the business.





Stakeholder & Capital Partner Engagement Support communications and relationships with investors, lenders, and financial partners as required.

Risk Management & Regulatory Compliance Identify and mitigate financial and operational risks.

Ensure timely compliance with statutory, audit, and reporting obligations.

Experience Over a decade of experience in senior financial leadership roles, with preference given to candidates with backgrounds in food manufacturing or consumer packaged goods.

Extensive exposure to ERP implementations and optimization, sophisticated financial modeling, M&A; activity, and investor or lender reporting.

Qualifications Strategic & Analytical Leadership Combines a strong business perspective with advanced analytical expertise.

Communicates complex financial insights clearly to executives and non-financial stakeholders alike.

Operational Excellence Skilled in optimizing cost structures and enhancing manufacturing efficiency.

Deep understanding of finance, supply chain dynamics, and working capital management.

Relationship & Team Leadership Builds trust and credibility across departments and with external partners.

Provides mentorship, fosters collaboration, and inspires high-performing teams.

Industry & Market Insight In-depth knowledge of cost drivers, pricing strategies, and trends in food manufacturing and CPG sectors.

Change & Transformation Leadership Leads financial process improvements, system implementations, and operational efficiency initiatives.

Stakeholder Engagement Influences effectively at all organizational levels and cultivates strong relationships with banks, auditors, and other external partners.

Integrity & Governance Upholds the highest standards of accuracy, ethics, and regulatory compliance.

Adaptability & Agility Thrives in fast-paced, evolving organizations and complex business environments.

Education A recognized professional accounting designation such as CPA or CMA, complemented by a degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; an MBA or advanced degree is a strong asset.

📌 Chief Financial Officer (Mississauga)
🏢 Stoakley-Stewart Consultants
📍 Mississauga