Company Overview
EMERGE Commerce (TSXV: ECOM) is an acquirer and operator of profitable e-commerce brands and technologies across Canada and the U.S. Our subscription and marketplace portfolio provides our members with access to unique offerings across grocery and golf verticals. truLOCAL is our flagship Canadian meat and seafood subscription service, connecting local farmers with a health-conscious audience. Our golf vertical includes our discounted tee-times/ experiences brand, UnderPar, and our discounted golf apparel and equipment brands, JustGolfStuff and Tee 2 Green. Our playbook is centered around disciplined, strategic growth. EMERGE was named one of Canada's Top Growing Companies by Globe and Mail, and one of the fastest growing companies in Canada by the Startup 50.
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) is a key member of the executive leadership team, responsible for providing strategic and operational financial leadership to a publicly traded company with multiple entities. The CFO will oversee all aspects of financial reporting, planning, compliance, and capital management, while ensuring the integrity and efficiency of day-to-day accounting operations. This role requires a hands-on leader who can balance strategic vision with operational execution, while mentoring a small finance team and working closely with the CEO and Board.
ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Oversee accounting operations and ensure timely, accurate financial reporting for holding company and its subsidiaries.
- Consolidate monthly, quarterly and annual results across multiple subsidiaries and present financial performance to the CEO.
- Maintain and strengthen internal controls, policies, and compliance frameworks.
- Partner with the CEO and executive team to shape and execute corporate strategy, including growth initiatives, capital allocation, and M&A opportunities.
- Lead financial planning, forecasting, and analysis across multiple entities.
- Ensure compliance with securities regulations, stock exchange rules, and all public company reporting requirements.
- Lead quarterly and annual reporting, including MD&A, financial statements, and disclosures.
- Liaise with external auditors, regulators, and legal advisors.
- Manage relationships with external auditors and third-party audit firms, ensuring the successful completion of annual audits and reviews
- Support the CEO as needed to communicate financial performance effectively to shareholders and the investment community.
- Manage relationships with investors, analysts, and financial institutions.
- Communicate company performance and strategy to the investment community clearly and credibly.
- Lead, coach, and mentor the finance team, fostering a culture of accuracy, accountability, and continuous improvement.
- Build cross-functional partnerships with operations and business unit leaders to align financial insights with strategic priorities.
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:
- CPA designation strongly preferred. CFA or MBA is an asset.
- 8+ years of senior finance leadership experience, including experience in a publicly traded company.
- Demonstrated experience managing the financial complexities of multiple subsidiaries or business units.
- Deep knowledge of IFRS, CSA regulations, and public company reporting requirements in Canada.
- Hands-on leader comfortable managing both high-level strategy and detailed execution with a lean team.
- Experience with M&A, capital markets, and corporate restructuring is a plus.
- Strong communication and executive presence, with the ability to interact effectively with the Board, investors, and external stakeholders.
- High integrity, professionalism, and sound judgment.
- Strategic thinker with an execution-focused mindset.
- Collaborative and approachable leadership style.
- Adaptable and resourceful in a fast-paced, multi-entity environment.
- Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office and QuickBooks is a must.
ADDITIONAL NOTES:
Additional Compensation: Performance bonus and/or equity to be discussed
Office Requirements:
Hybrid role with occasional in-office work (downtown Toronto), 1 day per week
Expected Start Date: March–April 2026
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $180,000.00-$200,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company events
- Dental care
- Employee stock purchase plan
- Extended health care
- Paid time off
- Vision care
- Work from home
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Toronto, ON M5T 1X5
