McKay Métis Group
Chief Financial Officer
Company: McKay Métis Group
Location: Fort McMurray, Alberta
Employment Type: Full-time
Reports to: Chief Executive Officer
About McKay Métis Group
Consisting of 3 self-perform entities, 7 partnerships, and more than 400 full-time employees generating more than $150M in annual revenue, the McKay Métis Group blends Indigenous values with business excellence. Our ambitions reflect our commitment to building a prosperous future rooted in community values and shared prosperity. You are invited to join a team that’s redefining what Indigenous business leadership looks like, creating sustainable success for our shareholder, community, and future generations.
The Opportunity
Are you looking for a compelling, rewarding challenge? Do you embrace change, seek opportunities for growth and are inspired by an opportunity to contribute not just to an organization but to a community?
Join our executive team as CFO. You’ll combine strategic leadership with financial acumen to shape sustainable prosperity for future generations. Leading during a period of extraordinary transformation, you’ll architect the financial framework that will support our journey to becoming a billion-dollar entity.
Core Responsibilities
Executive Leadership
- Serve as a key member of the executive team contributing to enterprise-wide strategic decisions and organizational direction
- Co-lead cross-functional initiatives with your peers (CEO, COO, etc.) to enable integrated solutions to complex business challenges
- Share collective accountability with the executive team for organizational performance, cultural development, and strategic outcomes
- Contribute to executive team cohesion through transparent communication, constructive conflict, and a unified leadership presence
Strategic Financial Leadership
- Provide strategic oversight and direction to all accounting functions, ensuring alignment with organizational goals, regulatory compliance, and the delivery of accurate and timely financial reporting across the organization
- Design and implement financial strategies supporting aggressive growth targets while maintaining fiscal responsibility
- Partner with the CEO and Head of Acquisitions to evaluate and execute M&A opportunities, including integration of recent acquisitions
- Build scalable financial infrastructure capable of supporting sustainable scaling across diverse business units
Governance & Stakeholder Relations
- Serve as the key advisor to the Board on all financial matters
- Oversee capital structure to maintain 51% Indigenous ownership while securing growth funding
- Facilitate clear and effective financial reporting to internal and external stakeholders
Team Development
- Build and mentor a high-performing finance team with focus on operational leaders (i.e., Controller, etc.).
- Act as a key contributor to the development and success of the Executive Team
- Champion a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and operational excellence.
Ideal Candidate Profile
Required Qualifications:
- 12+ years of progressive professional financial experience with significant strategic responsibilities.
- 5+ years’ experience in a senior or executive leadership role
- Educational foundation with credential or designation (CPA, CFA, MBA, CGMA, etc.) in finance or related.
- Demonstrated success in high-growth, multi-entity, multi-stakeholder environments
- Professional experience with Indigenous businesses and/or communities an asset
Personal Attributes:
- Entrepreneurial mindset with prudent risk management approach
- Strategic vision balanced with hands-on execution capability
- Exceptional communication skills across diverse stakeholder groups
- Deep respect for Indigenous values and community-based decision-making
Compensation & Benefits
Competitive executive compensation package (base, incentive, benefits, etc.) aligned with individual experience and overall fit. Pre-visit and relocation support is available for qualified candidates.
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