Overview
Director of Finance Jobs in Toronto, Ontario, Canada at Robertson & Company Ltd.
Title: Director of Finance
Company: Robertson & Company Ltd.
Location: Toronto, Ontario, Canada
About the Job
Director of Finance
Location: Head Office, Toronto
Department: Finance
Reports to: Vice President of Finance
Salary Range: $135,000 – $160,000 CAD
Job Type: Full-time
Work Model: Hybrid (4 days per week in office, Fridays work from home)
This is an existing vacancy.
About the Job
Our client is seeking a Director of Finance to play a critical leadership role in executing and scaling the company’s finance function in support of its residential development business. This role is integral to driving data-informed decision-making, financial discipline, and operational excellence across the organization.
Reporting to the Vice President of Finance, this position partners closely with Development, Construction, Sales & Marketing, and Accounting teams to deliver robust financial modeling, project-level reporting, and strategic insights throughout the full development lifecycle.
This opportunity is well suited for a senior finance professional with strong real estate or construction exposure who thrives in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment and wants to make a meaningful impact on complex development projects.
What You’ll Accomplish in This RoleProject Finance & Budget Oversight
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Update, track, and review project development budgets across all construction phases.
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Identify financial risks and opportunities relative to budgets, forecasts, and strategic objectives.
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Support feasibility assessments and financial modeling for land acquisition and development planning.
Financial Modeling, Decision Support & Cash Management
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Lead the preparation, maintenance, and enhancement of detailed project pro formas for leadership review.
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Conduct sensitivity analyses, scenario modeling, and deep-dive cost reviews on targeted line items.
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Assist in developing and improving financial planning tools, systems, and analytical processes.
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Review and present cash positions and project waterfalls with the VP prior to distribution approvals, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
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Provide financial analysis and decision support across Finance, Development, Sales & Marketing, and Construction teams.
Governance, Compliance & Due Diligence
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Lead financial due diligence for new development opportunities, acquisitions, and financing initiatives.
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Engage with lenders and support project financing activities, submissions, and negotiations.
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Monitor government funding programs and evaluate applicability to current and future projects.
Month-End, Reporting & Accounting Collaboration
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Partner with Accounting on month-end close, variance analysis, and financial reviews.
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Support preparation of executive reporting packages, forecasts, annual budgets, and multi-year business plans.
Other Duties
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Participate in special projects and strategic initiatives, as assigned.
What You’ll Bring to the Table
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CPA, CFA, MBA, or equivalent financial designation preferred.
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7–12+ years of progressive finance experience, ideally within real estate development or construction.
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Strong expertise in financial modeling, budgeting, forecasting, and project-level financial tracking.
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Advanced proficiency in development pro formas and feasibility analysis.
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Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment.
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Excellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively across functions and senior stakeholders.
Core Competencies
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Analytical Strength – Ability to translate complex financial data into actionable insights.
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Financial Modeling Expertise – Advanced underwriting, sensitivity analysis, and scenario modeling skills.
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Detail Orientation & Accuracy – Ensures precision across budgets, forecasts, and pro formas.
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Collaboration & Influence – Trusted financial partner across development, construction, and leadership teams.
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Problem-Solving & Initiative – Proactively identifies challenges and proposes practical solutions.
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Operational Mindset – Connects financial outcomes to real-world development and construction activities.
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
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Accuracy, completeness, and timeliness of project budgets and forecasts.
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Quality and reliability of financial models and pro forma analyses.
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Effectiveness and clarity of executive reporting delivered to the VP and leadership team.
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Reduction in cost variances and improved project financial visibility.
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Quality and timeliness of due diligence packages and lender submissions.
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Leadership effectiveness within the finance function and across cross-functional teams.
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Accuracy and readiness of cash flow and waterfall reporting prior to distribution approvals.
Why This Opportunity?
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Competitive base salary
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Hybrid work model
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Exposure to complex, high-value residential development projects
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Direct partnership with executive leadership and key business stakeholders
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Opportunity to influence financial strategy and operational outcomes
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Collaborative, growth-oriented work environment
All candidates must successfully complete a full background check.
We use AI technology as part of our application review process to assist with screening and assessment. All applications are also reviewed by our recruitment team.
