Head of Finance and Operations (12-Month Contract)

Vancouver - Canada

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 2 days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Contract Position (Maternity Cover): 12 months F/T preferably (or minimum 3 days per week)

About Spark

Spark is a collection of people ideas and experience focused on a singular goal to move the new development industry forward. With Sparks mission to transform the real estate development industry were empowering developers and sales agencies to modernize outdated technology reduce resources within the most critical stages of the new home sales process and provide outcomes positively affecting new residential home communities around the world. Whilst growing our team we are also expanding our business with the acquisition of Juniper in 2024 extending beyond sales and marketing into warranty and homeowner care.

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced hands-on leader to provide financial operational and day-to-day business management during a 12-month maternity leave. This is a unique opportunity to step into a leadership role during a defining period of change and growth for the company. The ideal candidate is a senior finance professional who thrives in dynamic environments and is equally comfortable setting strategic direction and rolling up their sleeves to execute core operational responsibilities.

What Youll Do

Develop and guide the finance team (2 people) enhancing existing processes to improve efficiency and scalability
Lead financial planning including long-range financial modeling annual budgeting quarterly forecasting and strategic scenario analysis
Act as an advisor to the CEO and leadership team providing insights to support strategic decision-making growth initiatives and special projects
Manage ongoing communications and reporting with investors and lenders
Partner with business leaders to track performance against strategic objectives and provide actionable financial analysis
Prepare comprehensive monthly reporting packages for management lenders and the Board of Directors
Actively manage cash flow delivering accurate and dynamic forecasts
Oversee government grants and tax credit programs including SR&ED
Conduct full cycle People and Culture administration including performance management talent development employee lifecycle processes and total rewards
Execute office management and internal communications end-to-end from planning through delivery
Oversee the completion of the year-end financial audit and support SOC 2 compliance
Evaluate and enhance policies procedures and internal controls to strengthen governance and support continued growth including oversight of legal and contractual matters

What youll need

CPA designation
10 years of progressive finance experience
Strong FP&A capabilities including cash flow management
Track record of strengthening processes to support organizational scale
Experience in operations management and SaaS considered an asset
Ability to serve as a trusted advisor to senior leadership providing financial insight to support strategic decision-making

Diversity & Belonging

Spark is committed to building and fostering an inclusive people-first culture where perspectives are welcomed uniquenesses are valued and curiosity is celebrated. The diversity of our people is central to our collective success; all recruiting and hiring decisions are based on the experience and skills relevant to the position.

Applicants will be considered without regard to race colour ancestry place of origin religion marital status family status physical or mental disability sex sexual orientation gender identity or expression age political belief or criminal conviction unrelated to employment.

Accommodations will be provided upon request by candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

Required Experience:

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Contract Position (Maternity Cover): 12 months F/T preferably (or minimum 3 days per week)About SparkSpark is a collection of people ideas and experience focused on a singular goal to move the new development industry forward. With Sparks mission to transform the real estate development industry we...