Director of Finance – Horst Systems
Elmira, Ontario | Full-Time, Permanent | Immediate vacancy
Numbers tell a story. Great finance leaders help write the next chapter.
At Horst Systems, we’re not just building bins — we’re building people. People who thrive on challenge, who take pride in pushing their limits, and who know that what they do keeps food flowing, crops protected, and communities strong. As we continue to grow, we're looking for a strategic, hands-on Director of Finance who wants to influence strategic business decisions, shape long-term strategy, and build a finance function that supports sustainable growth.
Reporting to the President, you'll be a trusted advisor to the executive team, helping evaluate investments, improve profitability, strengthen financial performance, and guide the company through its next stage of growth. If you enjoy rolling up your sleeves while thinking strategically, we'd like to meet you.
What you'll be doing:
As Director of Finance, you'll be responsible for the strategic leadership, financial governance, and operational management of Horst Systems’ finance function across all business units and branches, including but not limited to:
- Leading budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, and business planning
- Managing cash flow, banking relationships, financing, and working capital
- Identifying opportunities to improve profitability, pricing, margins, and operational performance
- Supporting capital investments, acquisitions, and strategic growth initiatives through financial analysis
- Overseeing accounting operations, payroll, AP/AR, compliance, taxation, and audit preparation
- Developing meaningful dashboards, KPIs, and financial reporting that help leaders make better decisions
- Leading and developing a high-performing finance team
- Driving continuous improvement across financial systems and processes
* A complete job description is available upon request
What we're looking for:
We’re seeking an experienced finance leader who combines strong technical expertise with business acumen. You likely have:
- CPA designation (strongly preferred)
- Degree or diploma in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related discipline
- 10+ years of progressive accounting and finance experience
- 5+ years in a senior finance leadership role
- Experience within manufacturing, construction, agriculture, industrial, or project-based environments
- Strong understanding of financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, internal controls, taxation, and compliance
- Experience leading ERP or financial systems improvements
- Excellent leadership, communication, and decision-making skills
You will thrive here if you:
- Think beyond the numbers and understand how finance drives business performance.
- Enjoy partnering with operational leaders rather than working in isolation.
- Can confidently present financial information to executives and help influence decisions.
- Balance strategic thinking with practical execution.
- Believe strong financial discipline creates opportunities for growth.
Who we are
We’re a team of Grain System Specialists.
We're outstanding in our field.
As the largest and most experienced team in the region, we're the complete grain system solution specialists. Our in-house experts cover design, concrete, manufacturing, and installation — keeping projects on track, under one roof, with seamless communication at every step.
Known for our work ethic and efficient processes, we get more done, faster. Our projects stay on schedule and budget with a dedicated team committed to our customer’s success.
We’re the people drawn to agriculture — the quiet backbone of our food supply — where hard work still means something, and the stakes couldn’t be higher. If that sounds like you, you might belong at Horst Systems.
Check out our website: www.horstsystems.com
Join our team.
Build your career.
Protect the harvest.
Apply today and help us feed the future. Please upload your resume and include a cover letter outlining your qualifications and interest in this role.
This position will remain open until filled. Only those selected for further screening will be contacted. Horst Systems Ltd. is committed to a respectful, fair, and equitable work environment and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates. Accommodations are available on request. The use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) systems is not used in any stage of the recruitment and selection process.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: $130,000.00-$175,000.00 per year
Benefits:
Work Location: In person
