This newly established family office represents a multi-generational family with significant private holdings and investment interests. With a long-term vision for stewardship, succession, and strategic growth, the office is being built from the ground up to support the family’s financial, legal, and philanthropic goals. The CFO/CAO will be the first hire and play a foundational role in shaping the office’s structure, staff, systems, and culture.

We are seeking a highly experienced and self-directed Chief Financial Officer (CFO)/ Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) to lead the setup and ongoing management of the family office. This role will play a dual role as both financial leader and administrative architect, responsible for building the office’s infrastructure, systems, and team from the ground up. This includes guiding the next generation of family members in their involvement, establishing governance frameworks, and serving as a key point of contact for external advisors. The successful candidate will be trusted to make strategic decisions independently while knowing when to engage in specialized support.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Establish and manage full-cycle accounting, budgeting, and cash flow processes
Oversee investment reporting, performance tracking, and capital allocation
Liaise with tax advisors, legal counsel, and financial institutions
Ensure compliance with regulatory and fiduciary obligations
Prepare consolidated financial statements and quarterly reporting packages
Secure physical office space and oversee infrastructure setup
Select and implement financial and administrative software systems
Onboard and manage initial staff, including an assistant
Develop internal controls, policies, and procedures
Maintain records, contracts, and governance documentation
Collaborate with owners to align financial strategy with long-term family goals
Facilitate onboarding and education of next-generation family members
Identify when to engage external advisors for specialized needs
Support philanthropic initiatives and legacy planning

SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS:

CPA, MBA, or equivalent designation preferred
Prior experience in a family office, or senior roles in investment management, public accounting, or consulting with family office clients (strongly preferred)
Proven track record of setting up financial operations, systems, and teams from scratch
Strong understanding of investment structures, tax planning, and intergenerational wealth management
Self-starter with high integrity and discretion
Highly organized and capable of working independently
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate with family members
Technologically savvy with the ability to assess and implement systems
Comfortable navigating ambiguity and building structure where none exists

BENEFITS:

Competitive salary.
Performance based bonus structure
Vacation and paid time off.
Hybrid work model considered.

We are committed to providing accommodation for people with disabilities throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process, in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). If you require accommodation, please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs. All information received in relation to accommodation requests will be kept confidential. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates and thank you for your interest in joining our team. If you require accommodation to complete the application process, please forward your resume to dane.dsouza@mnp.ca

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