Finance Manager

Role Title: Finance Manager

Company Operating Name: Spearhead Timberworks Inc

Business Address: 4655 Hwy 3a Nelson BC V1L 6N3

Location of Work: Nelson British Columbia

Reports To: Finance Director

Direct Reports: <3

Employment Terms: Full-time Permanent

Language of Work: English

FLSA Status: Exempt

Date of Last Review: October 2025

Role Overview

Spearheads Finance Manager plays a pivotal role in the companys financial strategy with a significant FP&A focus. This position is crucial in supporting financial planning budgeting forecasting and operational decision-making in our high-growth dynamic environment. Working directly with ownership and executive leadership the Finance Manager will help shape the financial future of Spearhead by providing critical insights that drive both short-term decisions and long-term planning. This role offers exceptional visibility across all aspects of the business and provides a unique opportunity to directly influence the companys trajectory during an exciting period of expansion and transformation.

The Finance Manager will lead complex financial modeling variance analysis and executive reporting while managing the annual budgeting process and developing robust forecasting models. Key responsibilities include conducting scenario planning creating executive-level financial presentations maintaining key performance indicators and performing detailed profitability analysis across business segments.

This position manages up to 3 direct reports providing mentorship training and performance management while delegating and ensuring quality control of all financial deliverables. The Finance Manager will be responsible for developing team capabilities coordinating workload distribution and fostering a collaborative environment that supports professional growth.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Reporting and Planning for Expansion

• Develop working plans with bankers and funding organizations to support cash needs during the construction phase
• Work closely with the Finance Director and Ownership to support funding claims and ensure these match expectations. This involves gathering the appropriate documents making the claims and requests in a timely manner working to resolve any queries from banks vendors and internal customers
• Understand the new business process and anticipate reporting requirements to satisfy stakeholders including but not limited to bank covenants monthly financial statements and funding reports

Budgeting & Cash Flow Management

• Create and manage the companys budget ensuring financial discipline while supporting rapid expansion
• Work with business partners for new budget initiatives based on the expansion program
• Monitor and forecast cash flow ensuring enough liquidity for operations and strategic initiatives. Raise any concerns and solutions to ownership as needed
• Provide insights on break-even analysis funding runway and capital allocation
• Identify areas for cost optimization including raw materials labour transportation and production efficiency
• Develop real-time tracking systems for burn rate and runway calculations working with leadership to adjust spending as needed

Financial Planning & Growth Modeling

• Develop and maintain dynamic financial models that support scaling production optimizing unit costs and forecasting market demand
• Work closely with leadership to model different business scenarios including revenue growth cost structures and investment needs
• Track and analyze customer acquisition costs (CAC) lifetime value (LTV) gross margins and EBITDA

Financial Reporting

• Oversee preparation of monthly and quarterly financial statements board packs and management reporting in accordance with accounting standards
• Design and implement reporting frameworks including KPI dashboards tracking
• Ensure compliance with internal controls audit requirements and external reporting standards
• Manage regulatory filings and audit close-out processes

Business Partnering & Strategic Decision Support

• Work closely with fabrication digital planning and procurement to provide data-driven insights on pricing supply chain and cost efficiency
• Assist in evaluating new production technologies automation opportunities and capital investments in equipment
• Support the development of pricing strategies balancing profitability with competitive positioning in the mass timber market

Team Leadership & Management

• Provide ongoing coaching training and professional development opportunities to direct reports fostering career growth and skill enhancement
• Strategically delegate tasks and manage team workload to ensure efficient operations and timely deliverable completion
• Establish and maintain quality control processes for all financial deliverables produced by the team

Ad-hoc Analysis & Special Projects

• Set up ERP and financial reporting systems to streamline operations as the company scales
• Conduct deep-dive analysis on supply chain risks raw material procurement strategies and sustainability initiatives
• Support grant applications subsidies and tax incentives related to sustainable wood manufacturing and green building initiatives

Risk Management

• Collaborate with Operations to systematically identify assess mitigate and monitor operational financial and compliance risks across Spearhead
• Conduct regular evaluations of current insurance coverage adequacy and work directly with insurers to ensure all requirements are met and coverage remains appropriate for evolving business needs

Core Competencies

• Innovation & Problem-Solving - applies creative thinking to solve work challenges by combining traditional methods with new approaches. Actively seeks opportunities to improve processes and outcomes within their area of expertise
• Technical Excellence & Craft Mastery - maintains high standards of technical skill and craftsmanship in their specialized area. Continuously develops expertise whether in design fabrication finishing operations or finance
• Collaborative Partnership & Communication - works effectively with others through clear communication and knowledge sharing. Builds strong working relationships with colleagues clients and partners based on trust and mutual support
• Long-term Stewardship & Responsibility - prioritizes safety and invests in developing future capabilities and relationships
• Ownership & Continuous Growth - takes responsibility for work outcomes and commitments while maintaining focus on growth and improvement. Demonstrates reliability and proactive communication while seeking opportunities

Qualifications Knowledge Skills Attributes

• Bachelors degree in Finance Accounting Business or related field
• 10 years of progressive experience in finance or accounting in a high-growth environment
• 2 years of experience managing people and leading a team
• Strong technical skills with advanced proficiency in Excel financial modeling and ERP systems
• Advanced Excel modelling skills including financial modeling and scenario analysis
• Proficient with accounting systems (QuickBooks NetSuite SAP or similar)
• Familiarity with financial reporting tools (Power BI Tableau) and CRM systems (HubSpot Salesforce)
• Understanding of unit economics COGS breakdown and margin analysis for manufacturing companies
• Prior work in timber engineered wood or sustainable materials industries preferred
• Exposure to grant applications and administration or government incentives preferred
• Background in timber engineered wood or manufacturing preferred
• Strong organizational and time-management skills
• Proven ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion

Schedule and Working Conditions

• Ability to work 8:30-5:00 Monday Friday with a 30-minute unpaid lunch each day
• Ability to work on-site at Spearhead offices
• Manual dexterity to operate a computer and other common office equipment on a regular basis
• Ability to work sitting or standing at a desk for work shifts

Compensation and Benefits

• Estimated pay range is $85-$116K commensurate with experience and qualifications
• Extended Health and Dental benefits
• Weekly Indemnity Insurance
• Group Savings Plan (effective January 1 2026)
• Annual Incentive Plan eligibility

Statement of Inclusion

Spearhead is committed to fostering a culture of diversity equity and inclusion. The unique experiences talents and perspectives of our employees drive our success and contribute to both our culture and reputation. We believe that embracing diversity and inclusion is essential to attracting developing and retaining a talented workforce. By prioritizing these principles we enhance innovation improve problem-solving and strengthen company performance. Our commitment to diversity ensures that every individuals contributions are valued empowering us to achieve sustainable success and continued growth.

Contact Information

Alyson Topping

People & Culture

Email:

Phone: ext. 223

4655 Hwy 3a Nelson BC V1L 6N3

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