Opportunity Overview

Our client, an innovative and fast-scaling organization operating at the intersection of sustainable infrastructure and advanced manufacturing, is seeking a dynamic Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to join their executive leadership team. This is a rare opportunity to shape the financial future of a growth-stage business with a global vision. The successful candidate will spearhead the company’s capital strategy, oversee financial operations, and provide executive-level financial leadership as the company targets a significant revenue ramp-up over the next 3–5 years.

Key Responsibilities

Capital Strategy & Fundraising

Design and lead multi-stage capital strategies, including equity, debt, and non-dilutive funding sources
Build and maintain investor relationships with venture firms, private equity groups, and institutional partners
Lead capital raises from Series A and beyond, crafting investor materials, forecasts, and valuation models
Negotiate financing terms that support both immediate growth and long-term shareholder value

Financial Planning & Strategic Growth

Develop a scalable financial roadmap aligned with aggressive growth targets and evolving market priorities
Lead corporate budgeting, forecasting, and capital planning to support expansion across new and existing markets
Guide resource allocation across product, operations, and R&D to optimize ROI and cost efficiency

Financial Oversight & Governance

Manage all financial functions including accounting, tax, compliance, treasury, and internal controls
Establish best-in-class financial systems and reporting tools to ensure transparency and executive readiness
Ensure full compliance with Canadian and international financial regulations and reporting standards

Stakeholder & Investor Relations

Act as the lead financial communicator to investors, board members, and external partners
Provide timely, data-backed updates on performance, forecasts, and business milestones
Shape the company’s financial narrative to inspire confidence and ongoing support from key stakeholders

Risk Management & Scenario Planning

Identify financial risks related to currency, supply chain, and macroeconomic shifts; implement risk mitigation strategies
Build flexible forecasting models and contingency plans to preserve operational resilience under various growth scenarios

Leadership & Cross-Functional Alignment

Build and mentor a high-performing finance team committed to operational excellence and strategic execution
Partner with executive peers across sales, product, operations, and innovation to ensure unified business planning

M&A and Strategic Investments

Support growth through strategic acquisitions and partnerships where appropriate
Lead financial due diligence, valuation modeling, and integration efforts for M&A activity

Candidate Profile

Experience

10+ years of progressive finance experience, including 5+ years at the CFO or VP Finance level
Demonstrated success raising significant capital ($50M+), ideally in sectors such as clean technology, manufacturing, or infrastructure
Experience supporting high-growth, capital-intensive environments with global operations or aspirations

Technical Skills

Strong financial modeling, forecasting, and capital structuring expertise
Comfortable with modern financial platforms (e.g., NetSuite, Oracle, SAP) and reporting tools
Deep understanding of global finance, tax optimization, and funding incentives

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related discipline
CPA, CFA, or MBA credentials strongly preferred

Leadership Attributes

Visionary mindset paired with rigorous financial discipline
Strategic communicator, capable of engaging diverse stakeholders with clarity and confidence
Collaborative, adaptable, and mission-driven leader with a strong ethical foundation

Why This Role?

Join a forward-thinking leadership team at a pivotal inflection point
Drive the financial strategy of a company with both purpose and scale potential
Highly competitive compensation, equity participation, and performance-based incentives
Opportunity to make a global impact in the evolving world of sustainable technology and infrastructure