Head of Finance and Operations (12-Month Contract)
Spark CRM
Accounting & Finance, Operations
Vancouver, BC, Canada · British Columbia, Canada · Remote
Posted on Mar 17, 2026
Head of Finance and Operations (12-Month Contract)
hybrid
Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada .
contract . March 13, 2026
Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada .
contract . March 13, 2026
Description
Contract Position (Maternity Cover): 12 months F/T preferably (or minimum 3 days per week)
About Spark
Spark is a collection of people, ideas and experience focused on a singular goal — to move the new development industry forward. With Spark’s mission to transform the real estate development industry, we’re empowering developers and sales agencies to modernize outdated technology, reduce resources within the most critical stages of the new home sales process, and provide outcomes positively affecting new residential home communities around the world. Whilst growing our team, we are also expanding our business with the acquisition of Juniper in 2024, extending beyond sales and marketing into warranty and homeowner care.
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced, hands-on leader to provide financial, operational and day-to-day business management during a 12-month maternity leave. This is a unique opportunity to step into a leadership role during a defining period of change and growth for the company. The ideal candidate is a senior finance professional who thrives in dynamic environments and is equally comfortable setting strategic direction and rolling up their sleeves to execute core operational responsibilities.
What You’ll Do
- Develop and guide the finance team (2 people), enhancing existing processes to improve efficiency and scalability
- Lead financial planning, including long-range financial modeling, annual budgeting, quarterly forecasting and strategic scenario analysis
- Act as an advisor to the CEO and leadership team, providing insights to support strategic decision-making, growth initiatives and special projects
- Manage ongoing communications and reporting with investors and lenders
- Partner with business leaders to track performance against strategic objectives and provide actionable financial analysis
- Prepare comprehensive monthly reporting packages for management, lenders and the Board of Directors
- Actively manage cash flow, delivering accurate and dynamic forecasts
- Oversee government grants and tax credit programs, including SR&ED
- Conduct full cycle People and Culture administration, including performance management, talent development, employee lifecycle processes and total rewards
- Execute office management and internal communications end-to-end, from planning through delivery
- Oversee the completion of the year-end financial audit and support SOC 2 compliance
- Evaluate and enhance policies, procedures and internal controls to strengthen governance and support continued growth, including oversight of legal and contractual matters
What you’ll need
- CPA designation
- 10+ years of progressive finance experience
- Strong FP&A capabilities, including cash flow management
- Track record of strengthening processes to support organizational scale
- Experience in operations management and SaaS considered an asset
- Ability to serve as a trusted advisor to senior leadership, providing financial insight to support strategic decision-making
Diversity & Belonging
Spark is committed to building and fostering an inclusive, people-first culture where perspectives are welcomed, uniquenesses are valued and curiosity is celebrated. The diversity of our people is central to our collective success; all recruiting and hiring decisions are based on the experience and skills relevant to the position.
Applicants will be considered without regard to race, colour, ancestry, place of origin, religion, marital status, family status, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, political belief or criminal conviction unrelated to employment.
Accommodations will be provided upon request by candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.
