Location
This is a hybrid role with in-office work required two days per week at one of our SafetyCo locations. The role also requires travel to other SafetyCo locations across Ontario approximately twice per month.
Project Overview
The VP of Finance plays a key role in overseeing financial management, reporting, and operational financial controls for SafetyCo's newest endeavour, SafetyCoLabs.
This role is responsible for ensuring accurate financial tracking, forecasting, budgeting, and reporting across a complex, multi-workstream initiative. In addition, the role is responsible for treasury management, auditing and reporting into the broader organization, as well as processes and controls design and implementation.
This isn’t a role for someone looking to simply clock in and clock out. We’re looking for people who take ownership, think independently, and have the confidence to make decisions, solve problems, and move things forward without waiting to be told what to do. If you’re energized by building something from the ground up, thrive in an ambitious environment, and want the opportunity to make a meaningful impact, we want to hear from you.
Why This Role Exists
The VP of Finance ensures financial discipline across all workstreams by tracking project costs, managing forecasts, supporting procurement decisions, and maintaining accurate financial reporting.
By providing clear financial visibility and governance, this role helps leadership make informed decisions and ensures responsible stewardship of project investments.
What Success Looks Like
Success in this role means:
Financial Accuracy & Control
Project financials are accurate, up to date, and aligned with approved budgets, with clear visibility into all costs and commitments.
Budget Management
Project spend is actively monitored, variances are identified early, and corrective actions are recommended to maintain financial alignment.
Reliable Financial Reporting
Leadership receives timely, accurate, and insightful financial reports that support decision-making and project governance.
Forecasting & Planning
Financial forecasts are maintained and updated regularly to reflect project progress, risks, and changes in scope.
Vendor & Cost Oversight
Project expenditures, contracts, and vendor invoices are properly reviewed, tracked, and aligned with agreements.
Compliance & Risk Management
Financial processes follow appropriate standards, internal controls are maintained, and financial risks are proactively identified and mitigated.
What You'll Do
Financial Management & Reporting
- Oversee financial tracking
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Prepare monthly, quarterly, and ad hoc financial reports for leadership
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Track actuals, commitments, and forecasts across all project workstreams
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Maintain accurate financial records and documentation
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Provide financial insights to support project decision-making
Budgeting & Forecasting
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Develop and maintain detailed project budgets
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Update forecasts based on project progress, scope changes, and resource allocation
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Monitor variances between budgeted and actual costs
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Support financial planning for new project phases and initiatives
Cost Control & Procurement Support
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Review and track vendor contracts, invoices, and purchase orders
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Ensure alignment between expenditures and approved budgets
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Support procurement decisions with financial analysis and insights
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Identify cost-saving opportunities and efficiency improvements
Project Collaboration & Support
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Work closely with Project Managers, Project Coordinators, and Leadership teams
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Provide financial input into project planning and prioritization
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Support financial governance across both digital and in-person workstreams
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Participate in project meetings to provide financial updates and guidance
Risk & Compliance
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Identify and monitor financial risks related to project delivery
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Ensure compliance with internal financial policies and controls
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Support audit preparation and documentation where required
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Maintain transparency and accountability in financial reporting
What You Bring
Required:
- Mandatory CPA designation (CA, CMA, or CGA legacy designations accepted).
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Minimum 8–12 years of progressive finance experience, with at least 3–5 years in a senior finance leadership role.
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Direct experience managing an annual audit process, including preparation of financials under ASPE
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Strong technical accounting knowledge and financial reporting skills; able to own the numbers from the ground up.
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Proficiency in accounting software (QuickBooks, Sage, NetSuite, or equivalent) and advanced Excel modelling skills.
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Strong experience in budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting
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Proven ability to operate at both a strategic and hands-on level — equally comfortable presenting to management team and ownership group and processing a month-end journal entry.
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Experience managing financials for projects, operations, or business units
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Strong analytical, problem-solving, and attention-to-detail skills
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Excellent communication skills with ability to explain financial information clearly
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Experience working in a fast-paced, multi-stakeholder environment
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Canadian tax knowledge, including corporate income tax, GST/HST, and payroll compliance.
Preferred:
- Experience in project-based environments (construction, technology, implementation, or consulting)
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Familiarity with procurement and vendor management processes
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Experience supporting digital transformation or system implementation projects
Core Competencies
Financial Stewardship
You ensure responsible management of financial resources, maintaining accuracy, transparency, and accountability across all project spending.
Commercial Acumen
Understands the business, not just the books; connects financial outcomes to operational decisions.
Analytical Thinking
You analyze financial data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities that support informed decision-making.
Budget & Forecast Management
You maintain accurate budgets and forecasts that reflect real-time project conditions and support effective planning.
Collaboration & Communication
You work closely with project and leadership teams, translating financial data into clear insights that support decision-making.
Execution Discipline
Delivers on deadlines consistently; manages competing priorities without dropping the ball on core responsibilities.
Problem Solving
You identify financial risks early and develop practical solutions to maintain control and alignment with project goals.
Growth Mindset
Energized by building and improving; thrives in a dynamic environment where the job evolves as the business scales.
Health & Wellness
- We take care of our people, because you can’t look after others if you’re not looked after too.
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Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits
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Access to mental health resources and wellness programs that support your well-being
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Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for confidential personal and professional support when you need it
Work-Life Balance
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We believe great work happens when people actually have time to live their lives too.
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Three weeks of vacation to start, with more as you grow with us
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Paid sick days and personal time when you need it
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No regular overtime, your evenings are yours
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A full company shutdown between Christmas and New Year’s (yes, we all take the break)
Perks & Extras
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The little things matter too.
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Employee discounts on select products and services
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Team events, social activities, and recognition moments that actually feel fun (not forced)
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The chance to do meaningful work that genuinely improves workplace safety in communities
Company Culture
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This is a place where people matter.
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A collaborative, inclusive, and supportive team environment
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Business casual dress
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A real commitment to learning, development, and helping people grow
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A workplace where ideas are welcomed, voices are heard, and contributions actually make a difference
About SafetyCo
SafetyCo is Canada’s leading integrated workplace safety partner, bringing together specialized safety companies, expert teams, and industry-leading services into one coordinated model, where we’re actively changing how workplace safety is done.
We help take the complexity out of workplace safety by making it simpler and more connected. Instead of juggling multiple providers, clients get one integrated partner for training, consulting, compliance, emergency response, occupational health, and risk management. The result is less chaos, stronger compliance, and safer workplaces that actually run better. And we do this all alongside a team of great people who genuinely enjoy what they do.
This Employment Ontario initiative is funded in part by the Government of Canada and the Government of Ontario.
