Chief Financial Officer

Summary

Join a leading, globally expanding trading platform as their Chief Financial Officer (CFO). Lead the financial strategy, ensuring financial stability, regulatory compliance, and operational efficiency. Oversee financial reporting, risk management, capital planning, and process improvements. Manage a team of finance professionals, develop and implement financial strategies, and ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements. Lead financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting. Collaborate with regulators, auditors, and senior management. Implement financial systems and process improvements. This role requires a financial accounting designation, a finance-related degree, and at least 5 years of experience in financial services.

Requirements

• Financial accounting designation, finance related university degree or diploma
• At least 5 years of experience in the financial services industry
• Educational requirements: successfulcompletion of (i) Chief Financial Officers Qualifying Examination, and (ii) Partners, Directors and Senior Officers Course (Qualifying Examination)
• A strong working knowledge of the Canadian Investment Regulatory Organization CIRO) and local provinces financial services regulations and requirements
• Strong understanding of capital markets, financial instruments, and investment dealer operations
• Be comfortable in a fast-paced environment, where non-routine and/or complex issues are common
• Be able to handle complex issues, projects, and processes
• Demonstrate strong moral and ethical principles
• A willingness to learn, accept accountability, demonstrate initiative and support effective co-operation
• Strong sense of integrity and responsibility

Responsibilities

• Manage a team of professionals in the finance department (if applicable)
• Develop and implement financial strategies aligned with business objectives, ensuring sustainable growth and profitability
• Ensure compliance with all CIRO, local provinces and other regulatory financial reporting requirements, capital adequacy standards, and risk management frameworks
• Oversee the preparation of financial statements, regulatory filings, and other reports, ensuring accuracy and timeliness
• Identify and mitigate financial risks, including market, credit, and operational risks
• Ensure the company maintains adequate liquidity and capital to meet regulatory and operational requirements
• Lead financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting processes to optimize resource allocation
• Collaborate with regulators, auditors, and senior management to provide financial insights and ensure alignment with corporate goals
• Implement financial systems and process improvements to enhance efficiency and reporting accuracy

Preferred Qualifications

Prior Executive Approval from CIRO will be considered as an advantage

Benefits

• Competitive Salary: We believe great work deserves great pay! Your skills and talents will be rewarded with a salary that makes you feel valued and motivated
• Work-Life Harmony: Join a company that genuinely cares about you - because your life outside of work matters just as much as your time on the clock. #LI-Hybrid
• Annual Performance Bonus: Your hard work doesn’t go unnoticed! Celebrate your achievements with a well-deserved annual bonus tied to your performance
• Generous Time Off: Need a breather? Our annual leave policy lets you recharge and enjoy life outside of work without a worry
• Employee Referral Program: Love working here? Share the love! Bring your talented friends on board and get rewarded for growing our awesome team
• Comprehensive Health & Pension Benefits: From medical insurance to pension plans, we’ve got your back. Plus, location-specific benefits and perks!
• Workation Wonderland: Live your digital nomad dreams with 30 extra days to work remotely from anywhere in the world (some restrictions apply). Adventure awaits!
• Volunteer Days: Make a difference! Take two additional paid days each year to support causes you care about and give back to the community