Directeur(trice), Contrôlership et Finance (TRC) - Director, Finance & Controllership (TRC)

Groupe Touchette•Longueuil, QC

11d

About The Position

Groupe Touchette is the largest Canadian-owned tire distributor and is recognized for its expertise and superior level of service to manufacturers, car dealers, and independent customers. Founded by André Touchette in 1979 and now led by Nicolas Touchette and Frédéric Bouthillier, the Montréal-based company specializes in value-added tire distribution services. Touchette Retail & Commercial (“TRC”), a fast-growing division operating in the automotive aftermarket industry, is entering a pivotal phase of consolidation and expansion. Following several acquisitions in recent years, the organization is rapidly evolving, creating a unique opportunity to build and strengthen a best-in-class controllership function within a complex, high-growth environment. Reporting to the VP, Finance, the Director, Finance will play a strategic leadership role in strengthening financial reporting, governance, and controls while supporting acquisition integration and the transition to a scalable finance model.

Requirements

CPA designation preferred.
Approximately 8–12 years of progressive experience in finance and accounting.
Strong experience with complex consolidations, multi-entity structures, and external audit management.
Expertise in internal controls, financial governance, and shared services accounting.
Experience supporting acquisitions and post-acquisition integrations.
Bilingualism required: Proficiency in English is necessary due to frequent interactions with predominantly English-speaking pan-Canadian partners. This language is frequently used in both written and verbal communications. An advanced level is required.

Nice To Haves

Experience in multi-site, distribution, retail, or high-growth environments is considered an asset.
Exposure to ERP transformation initiatives or financial systems optimization projects is considered an asset.
Strong leadership skills, strategic mindset, and results-oriented approach.
Excellent analytical, decision-making, and stakeholder management abilities.

Responsibilities

Lead the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes across all legal entities.
Oversee financial consolidations involving complex partnership structures, minority interests, intercompany eliminations, and multi-entity reporting.
Ensure accurate and timely ASPE-compliant financial statements and reporting timelines.
Build and lead a centralized shared services accounting function encompassing Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and General Ledger activities.
Standardize financial processes across banners and operating units to improve efficiency and quality.
Drive automation and continuous improvement initiatives to support organizational growth.
Design, implement, and maintain a robust internal control and financial governance framework.
Ensure consistency in accounting policies and procedures across all entities.
Manage external audit engagements and relationships with auditors.
Oversee audit file preparation and ensure compliance with regulatory and statutory requirements.
Support financial due diligence activities related to acquisitions.
Lead post-acquisition integration of accounting processes, controls, and reporting practices.
Develop scalable processes to support future growth and acquisitions.
Lead, coach, and develop controllers and accounting team members.
Foster a culture of accountability, excellence, and high performance within the finance function.