Vice President, Finance

at  LGM Financial Services Inc

THE ORGANIZATION

LGM is a national leader in providing warranty, finance and insurance services to the Canadian automotive industry. LGM brings innovation, quality, service and profitability to its dealer partners through a full suite of products and services distributed in a cutting-edge, ethical and transparent manner. Since 1998, LGM has been successfully supplying quality products backed by leading training and now supports over 1,200 Canadian franchised new car dealerships. Dealer partnerships are complimented with the strong backing and support of their automotive manufacturing brands, which include BMW/MINI, Kia, Mazda, Volvo, Jaguar/Land Rover Range Rover, Mitsubishi Motors, Polestar and Motorrad.

JOB SUMMARY

The Vice President, Finance (VP, Finance) is a senior leadership role responsible for overseeing the organization’s financial planning, reporting, and operational finance functions. Reporting directly to the Executive Vice President, Finance, the VP, Finance will lead strategic financial initiatives, drive process improvements, and ensure alignment with corporate objectives. This role requires a balance of strategic vision, operational acumen, and leadership excellence to manage a high-performing team and support the organization’s growth and profitability goals.

EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field
• CPA designation

EXPERIENCE

• Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) designation is required.
• 10+ years of progressive financial leadership experience, including managing multi-functional finance teams.
• Strong knowledge of operational finance, corporate accounting, and financial reporting.
• Demonstrated success in leading financial strategy and operational execution in a mid-to-large organization.

SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES

• Strategic thinker with the ability to translate vision into actionable plans.
• Exceptional leadership and team management skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate others.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities, with a focus on continuous improvement.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Proficient in financial systems, ERP platforms, and advanced Excel skills.