As Davie Goup's Director of Finance, you will partner closely with the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) and lead the organization’s Finance Department. This role is responsible for overseeing financial operations, driving strategic financial planning, and leading a high-performing finance team to support the company’s long-term growth and operational excellence.

More specifically, you will:
Act as a key strategic partner to the CFO, providing insights and recommendations on financial performance, risks, and opportunities.

• Lead and manage the finance team, including Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A), accounting, reporting, and treasury functions.
• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and long-range financial planning processes.
• Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting in compliance with IFRS/GAAP standards.
• Drive continuous improvement of financial systems, processes, and controls.
• Monitor cash flow, capital expenditures, and investment strategies.
• Support corporate initiatives, including mergers and acquisitions, financing, and major projects.
• Collaborate with executive leadership across departments to align financial strategies with business objectives.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, internal policies, and audit standards.
• Mentor and develop team members to build strong succession pipelines.

Objectives for the Role

• Strengthen financial governance and reporting accuracy across the organization.
• Enhance financial planning capabilities to support strategic decision-making.
• Optimize cost structures and improve profitability.
• Build and lead a high-performing, future-ready finance team.
• Support the CFO in driving long-term financial sustainability and growth.
• Improve financial systems and data analytics capabilities.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field (MBA or master’s degree preferred).
• CPA designation.
• Minimum of 15 years of progressive experience in finance roles.
• Proven experience managing large finance teams and complex financial operations.
• Strong experience working directly with executive leadership and boards of directors.
• Experience in industrial, manufacturing, shipbuilding, or large-scale project environments is an asset.

Core Competencies and Skill Sets

• Strategic financial leadership
• Advanced financial modelling and forecasting
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Executive-level communication and stakeholder management
• Leadership, coaching, and team development
• Risk management and internal controls
• Change management and process improvement
• High level of integrity and professional judgment

Areas of Subject Matter Expertise

The successful candidate will demonstrate strong expertise in:

• Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A)
• Corporate finance and capital structure management
• Financial reporting and compliance (IFRS/GAAP)
• Treasury and cash flow optimization
• Cost accounting and project-based financial management
• Mergers and acquisitions and business integration
• Enterprise financial systems (ERP) and data analytics

Founded in 1825, Davie is Canada’s largest shipyard. We build and repair specialized, essential vessels for government and commercial clients.

Working at Davie means embracing vast possibilities every day and taking part in an adventure where every project leads to something monumental. It’s about tackling big challenges with creativity, determination, and passion.

There’s a real sense of pride in being part of the Davie team. It’s not just about delivering major projects—it’s about innovation and pushing boundaries to accomplish something truly remarkable.

At Davie, we forge the monumental!