Position

Chief Financial Officer (CFO)

Job Details

Full-time

Job Start Date

Immediately

Located in the heart of the eastern shore set against a backdrop of spectacular views across the Atlantic Ocean, White Point has been a favorite destination for nearly 100 years.

Role Summary

The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) is a key member of the executive leadership team, responsible for overseeing all financial aspects of the resort’s accounting operations, ensuring long-term profitability, and supporting sustainable growth. The CFO will lead strategic financial planning, manage financial risk, ensure compliance with Canadian financial regulations, and provide clear financial insights to guide decision-making. He/she will be responsible to produce periodic financial reports, implementation of a comprehensive set of controls and budgets designed to mitigate risk, enhance the accuracy of the company’s reported financial results.

This position requires a seasoned finance leader preferably with hospitality industry experience. Consideration will be given to applicants who can demonstrate a strong background in accounting and must hold a Canadian accounting designation, strong business acumen, and the ability to balance operational needs with financial discipline in a fast-paced resort environment.

Responsibilities:

Strategic Financial Leadership

Develop and implement financial strategies aligned with the resort’s business goals.

Advise the GM and ownership on financial performance, risk, and opportunities.

Participate in strategic planning for capital projects, renovations, and service expansion.

Financial Management & Reporting

Oversee all accounting, budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting.

Review all GL`s and on-going departmental costs and ensure alignment with departmental budgets.

Experience of working with Maestro, QuickBooks is considered an asset.

Ensure timely preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in compliance with Canadian GAAP and relevant hospitality industry standards.

Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) such as RevPAR, ADR, GOPPAR, and occupancy trends.

Operational Finance

Partner with the General Manager and departmental leaders to improve cost efficiency without compromising guest experience.

Oversee purchasing, inventory controls, and cost-of-sales tracking for F&B and other revenue streams.

Ensure accurate and transparent payroll, vendor payments, and contract management.

Risk Management & Compliance

Maintain internal controls to safeguard assets and prevent fraud.

Ensure compliance with Canadian tax laws, labour regulations, and hospitality-specific licensing requirements.

Manage relationships with auditors, bankers, and insurance providers.

Leadership & Team Development

Lead, mentor, and develop the finance and accounting team.

Foster a culture of accountability, transparency, and continuous improvement aligned with a resort wide service

Qualifications

Education: Degree in Finance and / or accounting designation is required (CPA, CMA, CGA or CFA).

An MBA or equivalent advanced degree is desirable.

Experience: Minimum 8–10 years in senior financial leadership, with at least 3 years in hospitality or resort operations in Canada.

Proven track record in strategic financial management, forecasting, and capital planning.

Strong understanding of hospitality metrics, seasonal business cycles, and revenue management principles.

Exceptional analytical, organizational, and communication skills.

Proficiency in hotel property management systems (PMS) and financial software (e.g., Maestro, Silverware, Sage, Easy Pay, QuickBooks Enterprise, or equivalent

White Point is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce as well as being committed to providing accommodations wherever possible for people with disabilities.

Apply Now:

Qualified interested applicants are invited to submit resumes via email to employment@whitepoint.com

Benefits:

From use of our Recreation Facilities to discounts in the Dining Room, there are many more perks to working at White Point, than simply being at the beach every day.

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