GHY International is seeking a strategic Vice President of Finance to join our team. This is a critical leadership role for an experienced finance professional who brings deep expertise in financial operations, planning, and compliance.
Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer the the Vice President of Finance will be a key member of the Leadership team. They will be responsible for leading the financial strategy of GHY International across Canada and the U.S. This role oversees all financial functions including accounting, billing, treasury, and reporting, while driving innovation and continuous improvement in financial systems and processes.
The ideal candidate brings a strong technical foundation, a collaborative mindset, and a thoughtful leadership style. This role is well-suited for someone who thrives in a dynamic environment, values mentorship and learning, and is motivated by the opportunity to contribute to long-term organizational growth.
Join GHY and benefit from:
- Work Life Balance – We mean it: banked time program, paid volunteer days, social committee, cultural surveys
- Fair Compensation – With scheduled salary assessments, salary scales, RRSP/DPSP program, Bonuses.
- Excellent Benefits – Subsidized health, dental, short and long term disability, AD&D, HCSA, EAP and critical illness.
- Professional Development –Employee development, external training, leadership development, career planning & advancement.
Responsibilities:
- Lead financial planning, analysis, and reporting across all business units. Manage complex treasury operations and cash flow forecasting.
- Drive automation and digital transformation of financial processes in alignment with the company’s technology roadmap.
- Collaborate with executive leadership to develop long-range financial strategies and support strategic decision-making.
- Represent the company in financial matters with external stakeholders including auditors, lenders, and regulatory bodies.
- Coordinate internal and external audits and implement recommendations for continuous improvement.
- Consolidate cross-border financial statements and manage foreign exchange exposure.
- Ensure compliance with all regulatory and financial reporting requirements in both Canada and the U.S.
- Oversee M&A activities including due diligence, transaction execution, and post-deal integration.
Required Skills:
- Technically proficient with a deep understanding of financial systems, controls, and reporting. Demonstrated success in leading finance teams through change and growth. High degree of integrity, humility, and discretion. Adept at building trust and credibility across diverse teams and stakeholders.
- Comfortable working in a mentorship-based environment with evolving leadership dynamics.
- Strong interpersonal skills with a calm, steady presence and a collaborative leadership style.
- Strategic thinker with the ability to translate complex data into actionable insights.
Qualifications:
- 10+ years of progressive experience in Finance and Accounting, including 5+ years in a senior leadership role.
- CPA or equivalent designation preferred.
- Proven experience in M&A, cross-border finance, and financial systems transformation.
- Track record of developing high-performing teams and fostering a culture of accountability and growth.
- Demonstrated executive-level decision-making in dynamic, evolving business environments.
GHY is an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to providing an inclusive, accessible environment, and collaborating with applicants, employees, clients and guests to identify and effectively remove barriers, in a manner that respects the principles of independence, dignity, integration, reasonable accommodation and equal opportunity. We welcome and encourage applications from all persons. Individuals applying for employment with GHY may request accommodations at all stages of recruitment and employment from our Human Resources team. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit and business need. We appreciate all interest shown however only those considered will be contacted for an interview.
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