VP Finance - Business Group

ecobee introduced the world’s first smart Wi-Fi thermostat to help millions of consumers save money, conserve energy, and bring home automation into their lives. That was just the beginning. We continue our pursuit to create technology that brings peace of mind into the home and allows people to focus on the moments that matter most. We take pride in making a meaningful difference to the environment, all while being part of the exciting, connected home revolution.

In 2021, ecobee became a subsidiary of Generac Power Systems. Generac introduced the first affordable backup generator and later created the category of automatic home standby generator. The company is committed to sustainable, cleaner energy products poised to revolutionize the 21st century electrical grid. Together, we take pride in making a meaningful difference to the environment.

We’re helping build the world of tomorrow with solutions that improve everyday life while making a positive impact on the planet. Our products and services work in harmony to provide comfort, efficiency, and peace of mind for millions of homes and businesses. While we’re proud of what we’ve done so far, there’s still a lot we can do—and you can be part of it. 

We're a rapidly growing global tech company headquartered in Canada, in the heart of downtown Toronto, with an office in Leeds, UK, and remote ecopeeps in the US. We get to work with some of North America and UK's leading professionals. Our colleagues are proud to bring their authentic selves to work, confident that what we do is grounded in a greater purpose. We’re always looking for curious, talented, and passionate people to join our team.

Who you are:

As the VP of Finance, you will act as a key partner to the ecobee leadership team, driving financial performance, operational efficiency, and long-term growth while acting as a strong financial steward for the organization.

This role oversees core finance functions including FP&A, reporting, accounting, financial operations, treasury, and tax, while improving systems, controls, and data-driven decision-making across the business.

Reporting to the CFO, the VP of Finance will also support strategic initiatives and M&A activity, including evaluating acquisition opportunities, leading financial due diligence, assessing synergies and risks, and supporting acquisition integration.

The ideal candidate combines strong strategic vision, financial stewardship, operational leadership, and commercial acumen with a player-coach, business partnering bias. They are expected to translate financial insights into actionable initiatives, optimize capital allocation, improve organizational performance, and help sustainably scale the organization.

This role follows a hybrid schedule, with in-office work required on Wednesdays and Thursdays to support collaboration, and flexibility to work remotely for the remainder of the week.

How You’ll Make an Impact: 

• Partner closely with the CFO and leadership to shape strategic initiatives

• Transform the finance team into an AI-forward, business-centric organization

• Champion FP&A, managing short-term forecasts, mid-term budgets, and long-range plan

• Influence capital allocation and business / decision-making guardrails

• Support end-to-end M&A evaluation, financial due diligence, and integration efforts

• Deepen ecosystem synergies within the Generac residential business

• Consult and partner with business leaders in commercial negotiations

• Translate financial performance into business insights as part of business rhythms

• Oversee efficient, scaled and on-time financial reporting and month-end close process

• Oversee corporate reporting, financial operations, accounting research and compliance

• Oversee treasury including banking relationships and optimizing cash flow

• Oversee tax compliance (direct tax, indirect tax preparation, transfer pricing, SR&ED) 

• Lead and coach the finance team, with a focus on up-skilling and talent development

What You’ll Bring to the Table:   

• Professional Accountant (CPA). CFA, CBV or MBA are a plus

• 10+ years of public/private finance and accounting leadership experience

• 5+ years of direct experience in Technology, Professional Trades, or SaaS Industries

• A visionary leader who prioritizes strategic growth and organizational development

• Confident operator who navigates by investment thesis and Return on Investment (ROI)

• Brings an entrepreneurial spirit balancing financial discipline with value creation

• Exceptional communicator with experience collaborating with senior leadership

• Experience in end-to-end M&A (sourcing, evaluation, due diligence, and integration)

• Extensive experience in US GAAP, IFRS required

• Experience in US and Canadian Tax required. International tax experience, preferred

• Proficient user of Oracle NetSuite, Microsoft 365 Apps / CoPilot and Workday Adaptive

• Just so you know: The hired candidate will be required to complete a background and credit check.

What happens after you apply:  

• Application review. It will happen. By an actual person in Talent Acquisition. We get upwards of 100+ applications for some roles, it can take a few days, but every applicant can expect a note regarding their application status.  

Interview Process:   

• A 30-minute phone call with a member in Talent Acquisition

• A first round virtual interview with the CFO – expect technical, behavioural and situational questions 

• A second-round panel interview with members of the finance / strategy teams

• For the third and final round, you can expect a take-home case study that you will present to members of the Leadership team

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The Company is committed to improving accessibility for Canadian with disabilities and to ensuring that all our employees and applicants have the support and the tools they need to succeed. We have developed policies relating to human rights, accessibility, and accommodation, and provide all our employees with training on accessibility including under provincial legislation such as the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005, either during orientation and/or on an ongoing basis. If you feel you need accommodation in relation to a disability in the application process or in the future, or have a question or concern about our policies, please reach out to [email protected]

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