Job Description
Our client, a growing
manufacturing and direct-to-consumer (D2C) organization
, is seeking a
Director of Finance & Operations
to lead financial management while partnering closely with operations and supply chain. This role is being recruited by an external recruitment firm on behalf of the employer.
This opportunity is ideal for a hands-on leader with deep experience in
inventory-heavy manufacturing environments
, strong
cost accounting discipline
, and exposure to
Amazon-based D2C sales models
.
The Opportunity
The Director of Finance & Operations will own financial oversight while playing a critical role in optimizing inventory, margins, and supply chain performance. This role sits at the intersection of finance, operations, and growth, with visibility to senior leadership and meaningful influence on decision-making.
Key Responsibilities
Finance & Accounting Leadership
- Oversee accounting operations including GL, AP, AR, and month-end close
- Lead financial reporting in accordance with ASPE / GAAP
- Own budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, and variance analysis
- Maintain strong internal controls, policies, and financial discipline
- Partner with external accountants, auditors, and tax advisors
Inventory, Cost Accounting & Margin Management (Core Focus)
- Own
inventory accounting and controls
across manufacturing, warehouses, 3PLs, and Amazon FBA - Lead
cost accounting
, including standard costing, landed costs, BOMs, and variance analysis - Ensure accurate COGS, inventory valuation, reserves, and obsolescence tracking
- Analyze margins at the
SKU, channel, and fulfillment level - Improve inventory forecasting, turnover, and working capital efficiency
Operations & Supply Chain Partnership
- Partner with supply chain and operations on demand planning, procurement, and production planning
- Support vendor costing, freight analysis, and logistics optimization
- Develop reporting and KPIs for inventory performance, service levels, and operational efficiency
- Support system and process improvements across ERP, inventory, and reporting tools
D2C / Amazon Oversight
- Oversee financial performance of
Amazon SKUs
, including fees, returns, promotions, and reimbursements - Analyze contribution margins and profitability by SKU and channel
- Support scaling of D2C operations with disciplined financial oversight
Qualifications
- CPA designation preferred (CPA, CA / CPA, CMA / CPA, CGA) or MBA
- 8–12+ years of progressive finance and operations experience
- Prior experience in a senior finance role (Controller, Senior Manager, Director)
- Strong background in
manufacturing and inventory-intensive environments - Proven experience with:
- Cost accounting and margin analysis
- Inventory valuation and controls
- Supply chain and operations partnership
- D2C or consumer products businesses
- Experience with
Amazon Seller Central / FBA
is a strong asset - Advanced proficiency in
MS Excel - Experience with ERP and inventory systems (NetSuite, Dynamics, Cin7, or similar)
- Strong leadership, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills
Why Consider This Role
- Senior leadership role with broad scope across finance and operations
- High-impact position in a growing manufacturing and D2C business
- Opportunity to influence inventory strategy, margins, and scalability
- Competitive compensation and benefits
- Hybrid work model in North York
How to Apply
This role is being recruited by a professional recruitment firm on behalf of the employer.
Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply directly or reach out for a confidential discussion.