ShopThing is a dynamic live shopping marketplace that connects top brands with a passionate community of sellers and customers. We’re building something truly unique: an interactive marketplace that connects people with the brands they love, offering incredible deals in real-time. It’s not just about shopping—it’s about creating an entirely new experience.

Position Overview:

We are looking for a Director of Finance to lead ShopThing’s finance function. This role is ideal for someone who is comfortable being an individual contributor in a fast-paced, evolving environment, but also able to be a strategic thinker and leader. You will play a critical role in ensuring financial integrity, supporting strategic decisions, and helping drive the company’s growth. The successful candidate must be able to begin in early July 2025 or sooner. We are accepting applicants on a rolling basis, deadline for submission is June 13th, 2025.

Key Responsibilities:

Financial Strategy & Leadership

• Develop and execute financial strategies aligned with ShopThing’s growth plans.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to the CEO and executive team on financial performance and business planning.
• Provide strategic insights to support key business initiatives and growth opportunities.
• Key partner in financing activities: investor decks, data room preparation, diligence, and growth story.
• Highly skilled in financial modeling, cash flow forecasting, and investor reporting.

Financial Operations & Reporting

• Manage all accounting operations, including month-end close, financial reporting, and audit readiness.
• Oversee cash flow management, budgeting, and forecasting processes.
• Ensure accurate, timely financial reporting to the executive team and Board of Directors.

Compliance & Risk Management

• Ensure adherence to accounting standards and compliance with tax and regulatory requirements.
• Implement and maintain internal controls and risk management processes.
• Coordinate with external auditors and advisors as needed.

Individual Contributor Focus

• Comfortable rolling up your sleeves to handle day-to-day finance responsibilities independently.
• Build scalable processes that will grow with the company over time.
• Navigate ambiguity and thrive in a dynamic, startup-like environment.
• Openness and/or skilled in AI, upskilling, and using software to build a best in class finance department

Qualifications:

• CA designation required.
• 5-10 years of progressive finance experience, ideally in e-commerce, technology, or high-growth businesses.
• Proven experience in financial reporting, forecasting, budgeting, and cash flow management.
• Experience in fundraising activities is considered an asset.
• Knowledge of Canada-US cross-border transactions and consolidation of accounts, including banking and tax filing from our US subsidiary, is an asset.
• Ability to work independently and make informed decisions in a rapidly changing environment.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to translate complex financial concepts to non-financial stakeholders.
• Startup or scale-up experience is an asset.

What We Offer:

• Opportunity to lead the finance function of a fast-growing, innovative company.
• Competitive compensation package including salary, benefits, and potential equity opportunities.
• A collaborative and dynamic work environment that values initiative, growth, and impact.

There's no such thing as a 'perfect' candidate. We're looking for an optimist with grit and determination, who is excited to face the challenges of a growing startup. ShopThing is the type of company where you can grow, and we encourage you to apply to us even if you don't 100% match the exact job description.