ABOUT OPTA From our roots providing sand to local foundries in the 1880's, Opta has grown to an international group of companies committed to delivering optimal results for our customers. Opta's purpose is to create solutions that enhance productivity and set new standards for industrial performance. Our mission is to consistently deliver custom-engineered additives, specialty equipment and technical expertise that solves complex challenges, optimizes process and drives long-term success.
OPTA CORE VALUES • SAFETY: We put safety first on our processes, our products and our culture to protect people and ensure long-term operational success.
• PEOPLE: We invest in our people because their expertise drives the solutions that power our success.
• CUSTOMERS: We build lasting partnerships by understanding our customers' challenges and delivering customized solutions that meet their unique needs.
• INNOVATION: We continually seek smarter, more effective and innovative ways to deliver solutions, blending creativity, data-driven insight and practical application.
• SUSTAINABILITY: We engineer solutions with efficiency, responsibility, and sustainability as our foundation, optimizing performance today, while strengthening the resilience of tomorrow's operations.
JOB DESCRIPTION Vice President of Corporate Finance
POSITION SUMMARY The Vice President of Corporate Finance is a senior leadership role responsible for the end-to-end execution and performance of Opta’s global corporate finance function, including Group Accounting, Consolidations & Financial Reporting, Corporate FP&A, and Global Treasury Operations. This role requires a hands-on, execution-focused leader who combines strong technical expertise with business acumen. The VP will not only lead the function but will actively engage in the work – owning outputs, solving complex problems, and ensuring high-quality, timely delivery across all areas of responsibility. Reporting to the CFO, the VP will serve as a trusted partner and key contributor, ensuring the integrity of financial information, strengthening financial processes, and delivering insights that support strategic decision-making and operational performance.
ACCOUNTABILITIES • Financial Reporting & Analysis – Preparation, maintenance and delivery of internal and external financial information and analysis. Establish and maintain a single source of truth for reporting and analysis. • Planning & Budgeting – Accountability for developing and maintaining Opta’s long range plan and budgetary planning cycles. Development of business plans and budgets, in conjunction with executive and business unit leadership. • Treasury Management – Management of global treasury activities including cash flow forecasting, liquidity measurement, and oversight of certain day-to-day banking/borrowing activities and deliverables. • Group Accounting – Development and implementation of effective accounting strategies, policies, procedures and controls. Provide accounting and financial advice, and analytical support. • Relationships with internal stakeholders – Build a culture of collaboration by working closely with the business units and demonstrating how finance can inform and influence operational and strategic decision-making. Be a trusted advisor to the CFO, and act as a change agent for the finance function, and company as a whole. • Development of the Finance Organization – Build and lead a business-centric finance team that understands operational drivers and actively engages with the business. Foster intellectual curiosity and ownership, ensuring team members understand the drivers behind results. Drive talent development and succession planning through coaching, recruitment, and meaningful exposure to the business.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES Financial Reporting, Accounting & Consolidations • Own and personally drive the integrity, timeliness and quality of consolidated financial reporting across all global entities. • Oversee and actively support the monthly close, consolidation process, and preparation of internal and external financial reporting. • Ensure compliance with IFRS and all regulatory and stakeholder reporting requirements. • Lead the year-end audit process, working closely with external auditors and internal stakeholders. • Provide hands-on leadership on complex accounting issues, technical positions, and non-routine transactions. • Establish and continuously improve accounting policies, controls, and governance frameworks. • Drive improvements in the quality, speed, and efficiency of the close and consolidation process, including systems optimization.
Business Planning & Financial Analysis (FP&A) • Lead and actively participate in the global budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning processes. • Ensure high-quality, integrated financial plans across P&L, balance sheet, and cash flow. • Deliver clear, actionable insights through variance analysis, KPI reporting, and performance tracking. • Support strategic decision-making through scenario analysis, financial modeling, and business case development. • Work closely with business leaders to ensure financial plans reflect operational realities and clearly link financial outcomes to underlying business drivers.
Treasury & Liquidity Management • Oversee and engage directly in global treasury operations, including liquidity management, cash forecasting, and capital allocation. • Ensure robust short-term and long-term cash flow visibility, including ownership of rolling cash forecasts. • Manage lender relationships, covenant compliance, and external reporting requirements. • Support financing strategies, refinancing activities, and capital structure decisions.
Execution Leadership & Team Management • Lead a multi-functional Corporate Finance team, providing clear direction, accountability, and hands-on support. • Act as a player-coach, stepping into the detail when needed to unblock issues, ensure quality, and meet deadlines. • Set high performance standards and ensure consistent execution across all areas of responsibility. • Develop and mentor team members while ensuring the function is structured for efficiency and scalability. • Drive accountability and responsiveness across the Corporate Finance function, ensuring issues are identified early and resolved quickly.
Process Improvement & Systems • Identify and drive improvements in financial processes, reporting quality, and operational efficiency. • Partner with IT and business stakeholders to enhance ERP, consolidation tools, and reporting capabilities. • Drive automation and simplification across reporting, planning, and treasury processes. • Improve data quality, consistency, and accessibility to support decision-making.
Strategic Support & Cross-Functional Impact • Act as a key contributor to enterprise initiatives, including M&A, integration, and capital projects. • Provide financial leadership on cross-functional initiatives and operational improvements. • Support the CFO and senior leadership team with timely, accurate, and insightful financial analysis.
KEY PRIORITIES First 6-months: • Remove CFO from all day-to-day operations inside Corporate Finance and build a second layer of functional coverage (no single point of failure) • Stabilize and lead the Corporate Finance function through current transitions • Re-establish strong execution discipline across reporting, FP&A, and treasury • Re-evaluate the current Oracle EPM implementation project, identify opportunities to simplify processes and improve execution, and lead the organization through successful implementation, stabilization, and adoption.
First 12-months: • Improve the speed, accuracy, and transparency of financial reporting and forecasting. Make the financial analysis reported by the divisions much more seamlessly aligned to the corporate level reporting. • Strengthen cash flow visibility and treasury processes • Build a high-performing, accountable and business-oriented Corporate Finance team CANDIDATE PROFILE
Education: • Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field • CPA designation required; MBA or CFA considered an asset
Experience: • 12+ years of progressive experience in corporate finance and accounting • Demonstrated experience across financial reporting, consolidations, FP&A, and treasury • Proven track record of owning outputs and delivering in high-accountability environments • Experience in multi-entity, multi-currency, global organizations • Background in manufacturing or industrial sectors required Knowledge and Skills: • Deep expertise in financial reporting, consolidations, and IFRS • Strong financial modeling, planning, and analytical capabilities • Experience with ERP and consolidation systems (Oracle EPM, OneStream, IBM Cognos or similar) • High attention to detail with the ability to operate at both strategic and tactical levels • Strong communication skills with the ability to clearly articulate financial insights Leadership Competencies: • Execution-Oriented – Takes ownership and ensures work gets done to a high standard • Hands-On – Willing to dive into details and support the team directly • Accountable – Holds self and others to clear deliverables and timelines • Pragmatic Problem Solver – Focused on solutions, not just analysis • Resilient & Adaptable – Thrives in dynamic, evolving environments • Collaborative – Builds strong relationships across functions and geographies TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS • Some travel required.
Opta offers a diverse compensation and benefit package that includes the following: • Extended Healthcare, Dental, and Vision Benefits • Healthcare Spending Account • Life, AD&D, and Dependent Life Insurance • Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance • Employee & Family Assistance Program • Professional Development • Paid Time Off • RRSP Match • Competitive Compensation Program • On Demand Pay (Dayforce Wallet) We thank everyone for applying however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Opta Inc., an Opta Group Company, is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing accommodation for people with disabilities. If you require an accommodation during the recruitment and selection process, we will work with you to meet your needs. As part of our recruitment process, Opta Group may use artificial intelligence–based tools to support the initial review of applications. These tools help identify relevant qualifications and experience. Human reviewers are involved at all stages of the hiring process, and no employment decision is made solely by automated means. This job posting represents an existing vacancy and is posted in compliance with the Ontario Employment Standards Act (ESA).
