DIRECTOR OF FINANCE
Job Description & Executive Position Summary
Position Title:
Director of Finance
Location:
Canadian Adventure Charters Inc. (CAC)
Reports To:
Board of Directors, Chief Executive Officer (CEO), and Executive Leadership Team
Job Summary
Canadian Adventure Charters Inc. (CAC) is seeking an accomplished, highly strategic, and visionary Director of Finance to lead the financial planning, capital formation strategy, fiscal management, and financial growth initiatives of the corporation.
Reporting directly to the Board of Directors and Executive Leadership Team, the Director of Finance will play a critical role in shaping CAC's financial future by overseeing financial operations, budgeting, forecasting, investor readiness, financial reporting, capital structuring, risk management, and long-term financial sustainability.
The successful candidate will possess extensive experience in complex financial management, large-scale marine operations, expedition tourism, luxury yachting, scientific research initiatives, infrastructure development, and international business expansion. This position requires an executive-level leader capable of supporting CAC's evolution into a globally recognized expedition, research, tourism, and marine development corporation while helping position the company for future public market opportunities.
The Director of Finance will support the development and expansion of CAC's state-of-the-art research explorer expedition platform, luxury adventure charter operations, Ultra-High-Net-Worth Individual (UHNWI) membership programs, online booking and e-commerce platforms, marine infrastructure projects, and international tourism initiatives.
This executive role will also contribute to the financial growth and strategic development of expedition tourism and scientific research operations throughout Newfoundland & Labrador, the Northwest Passage, Canada's Arctic regions, Alaska, Greenland, Iceland, the Pacific Northwest, and other international destinations.
Reporting Structure
The Director of Finance reports directly to:
- Board of Directors
- Chief Executive Officer (CEO)
- Executive Leadership Team
The Director of Finance will provide leadership and oversight to:
- Financial Operations
- Accounting & Reporting
- Treasury Management
- Budgeting & Forecasting
- Capital Formation Activities
- Investor Readiness Initiatives
- Financial Compliance & Governance
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Financial Leadership & Oversight
- Define and execute CAC's financial strategy in alignment with corporate objectives and long-term growth initiatives.
- Develop and manage complex financial models, projections, and investment portfolios ranging from $500 million to $10 billion.
- Lead budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, treasury functions, and financial planning activities.
- Ensure fiscal sustainability through long-term profit expansion initiatives and strategic capital deployment.
- Support investor readiness, lender engagement, grant funding applications, and capital raising initiatives.
- Assist in positioning CAC for future public market opportunities and large-scale institutional financing.
- Develop financial frameworks supporting corporate growth, acquisitions, infrastructure development, and international expansion.
- Drive implementation of CAC's mission, vision, and financial growth objectives.
Financial Management & Capital Formation
- Oversee all accounting, financial reporting, and audit activities.
- Establish and maintain strong financial controls, policies, and procedures.
- Develop and manage relationships with financial institutions, private investors, family offices, government funding agencies, and institutional lenders.
- Coordinate financing strategies for vessel acquisitions, marine infrastructure projects, resort developments, and scientific research initiatives.
- Support government funding applications, grants, tax incentive programs, and economic development opportunities.
- Monitor financial performance and provide strategic recommendations to maximize profitability and shareholder value.
Business Development & Operational Support
- Provide financial leadership supporting world-class expedition tourism, adventure charters, scientific research programs, marine operations, and luxury charter services.
- Assist in evaluating and financing marine infrastructure projects, mega-port developments, resort hotels, marinas, research facilities, aquariums, and themed tourism attractions.
- Analyze business opportunities, acquisitions, partnerships, and expansion initiatives.
- Support development of online booking platforms, membership programs, retail operations, and international tourism initiatives.
- Evaluate financial viability of new ventures, strategic partnerships, and revenue-generating opportunities.
Governance, Compliance & Risk Management
- Develop and implement financial governance policies and strategic planning initiatives.
- Ensure compliance with applicable financial, legal, regulatory, and reporting requirements.
- Maintain transparency and accountability in all financial activities.
- Lead enterprise risk management initiatives and financial risk assessments.
- Assist with mergers, acquisitions, joint ventures, and corporate restructuring activities.
- Prepare and present financial reports, forecasts, business cases, and strategic recommendations to the Board of Directors.
Stakeholder Relations & Strategic Partnerships
- Build and maintain strong relationships with investors, lenders, government agencies, Indigenous organizations, industry partners, and strategic stakeholders.
- Support CAC's growth within expedition tourism, scientific research, environmental stewardship, and marine innovation sectors.
- Participate in negotiations involving financing, partnerships, sponsorships, and strategic alliances.
- Assist in securing long-term partnerships that support CAC's mission and growth objectives.
- Support corporate social responsibility initiatives and emergency preparedness planning.
Human Resources & Leadership Development
- Foster a high-performance culture focused on accountability, innovation, and financial excellence.
- Mentor and support accounting, finance, and administrative personnel.
- Assist with recruitment, training, succession planning, and professional development initiatives.
- Support development of remuneration frameworks and performance-based incentive programs.
- Promote collaboration across all departments and operational divisions.
Communication & Professional Competencies
- Exceptional business writing, presentation, and communication skills.
- Strong ability to communicate complex financial information to investors, lenders, government agencies, and executive leadership teams.
- Fluency in English required.
- Additional language proficiency in French, German, Spanish, Mandarin, Norwegian, Arabic, Polish, or Russian considered an asset.
- Demonstrated ability to represent CAC professionally at national and international levels.
Qualifications & Experience
Education
- University degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Economics, Commerce, or a related discipline.
- CPA, CGA, CMA, CA, MBA, or equivalent professional designation preferred.
- Must be legally eligible to work in Canada.
Experience
- Minimum 10–15 years of progressive financial leadership experience.
- Proven experience in financial planning, capital formation, treasury management, and strategic finance.
- Strong understanding of marine industry operations, tourism, infrastructure development, scientific research organizations, or large-scale project financing.
- Experience working with investors, financial institutions, government funding agencies, and economic development organizations.
- Demonstrated success managing large-scale budgets and financial portfolios.
- Experience supporting corporate growth, acquisitions, infrastructure projects, and expansion initiatives.
- Knowledge of public company structures, capital markets, and institutional financing considered an asset.
- Experience working with executive leadership teams, boards of directors, and key stakeholders.
Working Conditions
Physical & Environmental Demands
- Travel throughout Canada and internationally as required.
- Periodic travel aboard expedition vessels, research vessels, helicopters, fixed-wing aircraft, and marine support craft.
- Occasional travel to remote, Arctic, and coastal operating environments.
- Attendance at conferences, investor meetings, government consultations, and industry events.
Mental & Sensory Demands
- Exceptional organizational and time-management skills.
- Ability to manage multiple projects, deadlines, and priorities simultaneously.
- Strong analytical and strategic thinking abilities.
- Ability to perform effectively in dynamic, high-growth, and fast-paced environments.
- Sound judgment, discretion, and decision-making capabilities.
Compensation
- Competitive executive compensation package commensurate with experience, qualifications, and demonstrated track record.
- Performance-based incentives and long-term growth opportunities may be available.
- Participation in future executive incentive and equity-based programs may be considered.
Application Process
Interested candidates must submit:
- Cover Letter
- Resume/Curriculum Vitae
- Three Professional References
- Criminal Record Check
Email Applications To:
[email protected]
Preferred Candidate Profile
Preference may be given to candidates with experience in:
- Arctic and Antarctic Operations
- Expedition Tourism
- Luxury Yacht and Superyacht Operations
- Marine Infrastructure Development
- Scientific Research Organizations
- Environmental and Climate Research Programs
- Public-Private Partnerships
- Government Funding Programs
- International Tourism Development
- Documentary Film and Media Projects
- Ultra-High-Net-Worth Individual Membership Programs
- Large-Scale Resort and Marina Development
- Strategic Capital Formation and Investor Relations
Why Join Canadian Adventure Charters?
This is a unique opportunity to help build one of Canada's most ambitious expedition tourism, marine research, and adventure travel organizations.
The Director of Finance will play a key leadership role in developing the financial foundation that supports global growth, innovation, marine exploration, scientific discovery, environmental stewardship, and long-term corporate success.
Join a team dedicated to redefining expedition travel, advancing marine science, and positioning Newfoundland & Labrador and Canada's Arctic regions on the world stage.
Shape the future of global adventure charters with Canadian Adventure Charters Inc.
Job Type:
Full-Time, Permanent
Compensation Range:
$200,000 – $250,000 per year
(Commensurate with qualifications, experience, and demonstrated performance)
Pay: $200,000.00-$225,000.00 per year
Experience:
- Director of Finance: 10 years (required)
Licence/Certification:
Work Location: Remote
