Celebrating 55 years of growth, Sym-Tech is a leading finance and insurance provider to the retail automotive industry. At Sym-Tech we are looking for Associates who share our passion for innovation, creativity and results! We are currently recruiting a Director, Finance to join our headquarters located in Thornhill, ON.

On-going industry training programs and professional development opportunities A workplace that supports workplace diversity, equity and inclusion A strong promoter of women in the automotive industry Reporting directly to the VP of Finance, the Director, Finance, will play a critical role in strengthening the Company’s core accounting operations, close processes, and financial controls. This role is heavily focused on improving the quality, timeliness, and reliability of financial reporting through process development, simplification, and automation. The Director, Finance will oversee monthly, quarterly and annual close activities for the consolidated Sym‑Tech entities, ensure strong balance sheet discipline through robust reconciliations and detailed financial reviews, and provide technical accounting guidance across the organization.

While the role includes elements of financial analysis and planning, the primary emphasis is on accounting fundamentals, execution excellence, and building scalable, repeatable processes. The role provides technical accounting guidance throughout the organization to ensure the consistency of accounting practices and principles throughout the operational business. This position has two direct reports, and overall responsibility for Financial Reporting, OEM Accounting, and select FP&A; activities.

Core Accounting, Close, and Controls Manage month‑end, quarter‑end, and year‑end close processes,



including journal entries, reconciliations, ad-hoc analyses and financial reporting. Ensure accurate accounting for bordereaux, premium flows, claims funds, and insurer settlements. Oversee cash management, trust accounts, and insurer reconciliation processes.

Ensure strong balance sheet integrity through timely, well‑documented account reconciliations and resolution of open items. Strengthen core accounting fundamentals, including journal entry discipline, reconciliations, documentation standards, and internal controls.

Financial

Reporting & Technical Accounting Provide timely, insightful financial analysis on divisional and business unit performance, including revenue, margin, expense, and cash drivers. Champion data-driven culture within the finance team and broader organization. Oversee all divisional financial reporting, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and alignment with local requirements and US GAAP.

Support the VP, Finance on technical accounting matters, including documentation and assessments for management and external auditors. Serve as a subject matter expert on accounting standards and their application, including supporting M&A; due diligence and integration activities. Act as the primary liaison with OEM partners for quarterly, interim, and year‑end financial reporting requirements.

Process





Improvement & Team Leadership Develop and implement clear processes, policies, and procedures to support consistent execution across the finance organization. Lead, coach, and develop the finance team, driving ownership, accountability, and discipline around key deliverables. Partner with Corporate Finance to ensure alignment on close processes, reporting standards, and reconciliation expectations.

Support budgeting and forecasting activities as needed, with an emphasis on ensuring inputs are grounded in accurate accounting data. Audit, Compliance & Governance Manage relationships with external auditors and oversee audit execution to ensure timely resolution of findings. Ensure compliance with Amynta and Sym‑Tech policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.

University degree in Business/Accounting, with qualified accounting designation (CPA). ~5+ years of progressive management experience with knowledge of all aspects of corporate accounting and financial management. ~ Strong technical accounting skills (i.e. GAAP) and strong internal controls and procedures. ~ Advanced computer skills (Word, Excel ,and PowerPoint) and knowledge of ERP accounting systems. ~ Prior exposure to Microsoft NAV and Workday would be an asset. ~ Ability to lead a team, driving ownership, accountability, and discipline around key accounting and reporting processes. ~ Expert in project planning, with a proven ability to organize, prioritize, and manage responsibilities to consistently meet deadlines in environments with overlapping and potentially competing priorities. ~ Demonstrates strong integrity, social responsibility, and respect, complemented by a flexible, approachable demeanor and a hands‑on approach. #

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