We are seeking a Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to shape the financial strategy of our fast-growing company. In this critical leadership role, you will oversee all financial operations, drive strategic decision-making, and partner with the executive team to fuel growth and long-term value creation. This is a unique opportunity to influence the trajectory of our business, optimize performance, and play a central role in advancing our mission in the ESG software space.

Strategic Finance & Leadership

Serve as a strategic partner to the CEO on financial planning, growth strategy, and capital allocation.

Build and lead a high-performing finance organization, balancing rigor with agility.

Provide financial insight and decision support across all business functions (Sales, Product, Operations, HR).

Oversee revenue management, including forecasting, pricing strategies, contract renewals, and revenue recognition in compliance with accounting standards.

Manage procurement strategy and vendor relationships to optimize cost, risk, and operational efficiency.

Lead equity and debt fundraising processes, including VC rounds, extensions, and strategic financings

Develop and maintain investor materials (pitch decks, financial models, data rooms)

Manage relationships with existing and prospective investors, lenders, and financial advisors

Own board and investor reporting, ensuring clarity, accuracy, and strategic insight

M&A; and Corporate Development

Identify, evaluate, and execute M&A;, partnership, and strategic investment opportunities

Lead financial due diligence, valuation, deal structuring, and negotiations

Oversee post-acquisition integration from a financial and operational perspective

Coordinate with legal, tax, and external advisors throughout transactions

Financial Operations & Execution

Own all core financial operations, including accounting, payroll, and statutory reporting across jurisdictions (as applicable).

Ensure strong internal controls, compliance, and audit readiness.





Lead tax planning and regulatory compliance, supporting operational scalability and risk mitigation.

Manage contract administration processes, ensuring timely renewals and alignment with revenue recognition policies.

Implement and scale financial systems, processes, and reporting tools appropriate for a growing company.

Ensure data integrity, timely actionable financial reporting, and alignment with revenue management processes.

Support operational scalability and readiness for future milestones (e.g., IPO, large acquisitions).

Optimize procurement systems and workflows to drive efficiency and cost savings.

Qualifications

Proven experience as a CFO with a track record of success in financial leadership in a technology scale-up;

10+ years of progressive finance leadership experience, including time in a senior finance role (CFO, VP Finance, or equivalent)

Proven experience leading VC-backed fundraising (multiple rounds strongly preferred)

Demonstrated M&A; experience , including deal execution and integration

Strong background as a financial operator , with hands-on ownership of accounting, FP&A;, and cash management

Experience working with Boards of Directors and senior leadership teams

Prior experience in a high-growth, technology or SaaS environment preferred

CPA, CFA, MBA, or equivalent credentials a plus

Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills;

Excellent verbal and communication skills (Bilingualism French and English);

Strong financial acumen and analytical skills;

Familiarity with accounting and payroll software (Wagepoint, Xero, Dext, Ramp, Deel, Float Card, etc.).

What we offer

Join an early-stage, well-financed company

Advance Novisto’s purpose of contributing to the sustainability of the economy, workplace, and society by empowering companies to make better decisions and disclosures through our ESG data management software

Contribute your knowledge and insights to increase awareness and knowledge of sustainability

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📌 Chief Financial Officer (Quebec City)
🏢 Novisto
📍 Quebec City