Director, Finance Canada

Director, Finance Canada

Department: Corporate Finance

Location: On site, Laval, QC (4204 boulevard Industriel, H7L 0E3)

Type of employment: Permanent, Full Time (40 hours)

Role Overview

As Director Finance Canada, you will lead the FP&A function for Canadian operations, delivering decision-focused financial insights that empower regional leadership and ensure alignment with enterprise financial standards. This role encompasses integrated financial support across retail, fuel, and support functions, driving disciplined planning, forecasting, and performance management tailored to Canada's unique regulatory, market, and operational environment.

Reporting directly to the Head of Finance NA, you will oversee the Canadian FP&A team and coordinate closely with cross-functional and cross-regional partners to ensure consistency and integration within the broader North American and enterprise planning frameworks.

What You’ll Do

• Lead FP&A for Canadian Operations: Own and drive all FP&A activities supporting the Canadian BUs and Merchandising teams. They will ensure rigorous financial planning, forecasting, and performance management that supports both operational execution and strategic growth objectives.
• Decision Support Tailored to Canadian Market: Provide actionable financial insights and decision support focused on labor management, cost structure optimization, pricing strategies, productivity improvements, and operational efficiency initiatives specific to the Canadian context.
• Regional Performance Analysis & Insight Generation: Lead comprehensive performance analysis for Canadian operations, identifying key trends, emerging risks, and growth opportunities. Translate complex data into clear, actionable recommendations for regional leadership.
• Adaptation of Assumptions & Frameworks: Adjust financial assumptions, planning methodologies, and analytical frameworks to reflect Canadian regulatory requirements, market dynamics, and operational realities, ensuring relevance and accuracy.
• Cross-Functional & Cross-Regional Coordination: Coordinate Canadian FP&A resources across Store Operations, Merchandising, Supply Chain, and other functions to deliver consistent, integrated financial insights. Partner closely with Director Finance US, Commercial and Enterprise Planning to align Canadian plans within the North American FP&A model.
• Enterprise Planning Alignment: Ensure Canadian financial plans and performance management practices are consistent with global KPIs, assumptions, and enterprise planning standards, while balancing regional specifics.
• Team Leadership & Development: Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing Canadian finance team. Foster a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and proactive decision support to meet evolving business needs.
• Representation & Influence: Represent Finance in Canadian business reviews, strategic planning sessions, and cross-functional leadership forums. Influence senior stakeholders through data-driven insights and collaborative engagement.
• Process Improvement & Innovation: Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance FP&A processes, tools, and reporting capabilities within the Canadian finance function. Champion automation and analytics to increase efficiency and decision quality.
• Risk Management & Compliance: Oversee financial risk identification and mitigation strategies specific to Canadian operations. Ensure compliance with corporate policies, regulatory requirements, and internal controls.
• Support Canadian Specific business cases >$750K, ensuring capitalization is applied correctly, measurement plans are developed and followed.
• Strategic Alignment: Align Canadian financial plans with North America and enterprise strategies to support long‑term business success.

What You’ll Need

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Administration, or related field. An MBA or professional certification (CFA, CPA) is an asset.

Experience:

• 10+ years of progressive finance experience, including leadership roles in Canadian market finance.
• Experience in FP&A or finance leadership roles within multi‑unit retail, fuel, or consumer‑facing operations.
• Strong understanding of planning, forecasting, operational performance drivers, and commercial levers.
• Proven ability to collaborate with cross‑functional and cross‑regional teams and influence senior leadership.

Knowledge and skills:

• Proficiency in financial modeling, forecasting tools, and reporting systems.
• Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills with the ability to synthesize operational and financial data.
• Clear communication and executive storytelling abilities.
• Ability to lead and coordinate distributed FP&A resources across functions.
• Strong prioritization and organizational skills to manage multiple cycles and deliverables.
• Ability to balance enterprise standards with regional specifics and operational realities.
• Strategic thinker with strong analytical capabilities.
• Collaborative leader who drives results and fosters team development.
• Highly organized with excellent prioritization skills.

Language skills:

• Bilingualism required (Advanced French and English) both spoken and written, as the person will be required to work and communicate regularly in English while performing the tasks outlined above. Specifically, the role requires collaboration with global teams.

Benefits and Perks

Benefits package:

• Group Insurance Program: Stay healthy and happy! Our plan provides you with the flexibility to choose coverage that best meets your needs and add optional insurance (health and dental care, long‑term disability, life insurance, health spending account)
• Pension Plan: Plan for your future and retire with peace of mind with our pension plan, helping you build a secure financial future.
• Share Purchase Plan: Invest in your future and share in our success with our employee stock purchase plan, allowing you to become a shareholder of Couche‑Tard/Circle K.
• Paid Time Off: Recharge and rejuvenate with paid time off, including vacation days, sick days, and personal days to help you maintain a healthy work‑life balance.

Additional Perks:

• Employee Discounts: Enjoy exclusive discounts on our products and services, making it even easier to fuel up and stock up on your favorite goodies.
• Training and Development: Grow your skills and advance your career with access to ongoing training and development opportunities, including workshops, seminars, and online courses.
• Recognition and Rewards: We celebrate our team’s achievements and milestones with a range of recognition programs, rewards, and incentives to show our appreciation for your hard work and dedication.
• Mentorship Program: Take your career to new heights with our mentorship program, where seasoned professionals provide guidance, support, and valuable insights to help you reach your full potential.
• Scholarship Program: Invest in your education and future success with our scholarship program, available not only to our employees but also to their children. We're committed to supporting your lifelong learning journey and empowering you to achieve your academic and career goals.

EEO & Diversity Statement

At Couche‑Tard/Circle K, we’re committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone is treated with respect and dignity. We welcome individuals from all backgrounds and walks of life to join our team and contribute their unique perspectives and talents. We thank all candidates for their interest in this position. Please note that only selected candidates will be contacted for further steps in the hiring process.

Couche‑Tard / Circle K valorise la diversité et de l’inclusion et vise à créer un milieu de travail sain, accessible et gratifiant qui met en valeur la contribution unique de nos employés au succès de notre entreprise. En tant qu’employeur qui s’engage à respecter l’équité en matière d’emploi, nous encourageons les candidatures les plus diverses afin de pouvoir nous doter d’un effectif varié et représentatif de nos clients et des communautés que l’on sert. Des accommodements sont disponibles sur demande pour les candidats qui participent à tous les aspects du processus de sélection.

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