Job Description
We are Paramount Commerce, a leading fintech company focused on simplifying payments in Canada. Since the early 2000s, we have redefined online purchasing by introducing a way to pay directly from a bank account, bypassing credit cards or e‑wallets. Our commitment is to provide the highest standards of security and risk management that support seamless payments and rich data.
As we strengthen our position in Canada, we are strategically positioning ourselves for global expansion. To achieve our goals, we are seeking talented professionals who can push the boundaries of innovation, contributing to our growth across Canada and worldwide. Join us at Paramount Commerce, where we not only follow fintech trends but shape them.
Position Overview
We're looking for a
Director of FP&A
who can combine financial rigor with strategic insight—someone comfortable rolling up their sleeves in modelling tools, while also influencing C‑level decisions and partnering cross‑functionally to drive growth, efficiency, and profitability. Reporting to the CFO, you will lead our planning, forecasting, performance and budgeting processes, building the models and providing the insights that guide our business. This role is both strategic and hands‑on, responsible for building scalable processes, developing financial models, and providing actionable insights to drive business decisions. You'll serve as a key business partner to the executive team, product, and operations leaders, shaping the company's long‑term financial strategy.
What You’ll Do
Strategic Planning & Forecasting
Lead the company‑wide budgeting and forecasting process, ensuring alignment with strategic goals
Develop and maintain dynamic financial models for revenue, margin, operating expenses, and cash flow
Partner with the CFO to support board reporting and shareholder updates
Business Partnership
Work closely with department heads (Product, Growth, Operations, Technology, People) to align financial targets with operational plans
Provide data‑driven insights into business performance, customer economics, and unit‑level profitability
Translate complex financial concepts into clear, actionable recommendations for non‑financial leaders
Reporting & Analytics
Own monthly/quarterly management reporting, variance analysis, and KPI dashboards
Drive automation and improvement of FP&A tools and processes
Develop forward‑looking analyses on pricing, ROI, and market expansion opportunities
Leadership & Process
Build, mentor, and scale a small FP&A team as the organization grows. Implement best practices for financial governance, planning cadence, and scenario modeling
Partner with Accounting to ensure accuracy and consistency between financial planning and actuals
Who You Are
A Seasoned Finance Leader: You have 8+ years of progressive finance experience, with a proven track record of leading an FP&A function for at least 3 of those years
A Tech‑Industry Insider: You speak the language of high‑growth technology companies, with preferred experience in Fintech or SaaS environments
The Financial Architect: You are an expert at your craft. Building complex financial models, managing a P&L, and forecasting cash flow are second nature to you
A Data & Systems Maven: You move fluidly between advanced spreadsheets (Excel/Google Sheets) and sophisticated software, with familiarity in BI tools (like Looker) and FP&A systems (like Planful)
A Strategic Operator: You connect the dots between data and decisions. You can think at a high level while diving deep into the numbers to drive operational improvements
An Influential Communicator: You excel at translating complex financial information into clear, compelling narratives for an executive audience
Academically Grounded: You hold a Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field; an MBA or CFA is a plus
Why Paramount Commerce?
Competitive salary
Generous Vacation & Summer Fridays
Health & Dental Benefits
Wellness Spending Account
Retirement savings matching plan
Hybrid work (Thursdays in office)
Birthday Day Off
Quarterly Socials
Volunteer Days to give back to our community
Parental leave top‑up program
Paramount Commerce is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to building a team that reflects the diverse world we serve. We’re committed to building an inclusive environment where everyone can bring their authentic selves to work, because we believe that a variety of thoughts, backgrounds, and experiences is essential to our success.
We are committed to fair and equitable hiring processes. If you’re excited about this role and what we’re building, but you don’t check every box, please apply anyway! We value potential and passion as much as experience.
Accommodations are available upon request for all candidates taking part in the selection process.
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