Finance Operations Lead - Cash & Performance

Calgary, AB
$72,000-84,000 per year
Permanent
Full-time

9 days ago

that once you create your fresh new Fitzii account all of the demo data and any test postings will be deleted.Please wait while we activate your account... Activate Account Start Hiring! Go back to demo accountSign into your Fitzii account×Stay signed inFinance Operations Lead - Cash & PerformanceFinance Operations Lead - Cash & PerformanceFull-time | In-person | Calgary, ABClosing Date: We’ll start reviewing applications as they come in, and keep this posting open until we find our next great teammate.This is not a typical finance role.We’re a lean, fast-moving business, and we need finance to do two things exceptionally well: keep the wheels on and help us make better decisions. That means accuracy, cash discipline, and control. It also means insight, clarity, and forward thinking.We are not a large company with layers of finance support and narrow swim lanes. We are building a business that needs someone hands-on, sharp, calm under pressure, and motivated by making things better.About RighteousRighteous exists to enrich people’s lives, one tiny spoonful at a time.
We believe businesses should do more than sell products. They should treat people well, challenge industry norms, pursue quality without compromise, and leave things better than they found them. We think differently, act differently, and hold ourselves to a high standard. We just happen to do it by making gelato.The RoleReporting to the CEO and working alongside external finance support, this role owns the day-to-day financial operations of the business, including cash visibility, reporting discipline, process improvement, and cross-functional financial support.You will bring structure, discipline, and visibility to the finance function. You will protect cash, improve accuracy, tighten processes, and turn numbers into clear business insight.This role is hands on, high trust, and high impact.What You’ll OwnCash Management and Forecasting

Monitor cash closely and help ensure the business stays ahead of risks
Improve a 13 week rolling cash forecast
Support financial prioritization decisions with sound judgment
Surface risks early, helping leadership avoid surprises

Financial Operations and Control

Execute Bi-weekly payroll
Own month-end with internal financial reporting
Oversee accounts payable, accounts receivable, reconciliations, and core accounting accuracy
Ensure all financial information is timely, organized, and reliable
Maintain discipline in processes, controls, and execution

Reporting, Insight, and Business Support

Turn financial results into useful insights, not just reports
Identify trends, variances, risks, and opportunities as early as possible
Support budgeting, forecasting, and business performance reviews
Partner with Operations, Sales, and Marketing to improve business performance and visibility

Process Improvement and Scale

Use your experience to improve systems, workflows, and reporting processes
Reduce manual work and strengthen financial controls
Help Righteous scale our finance function in a way that doesn’t create unnecessary complexity
Look for useful ways to use technology, automation, and AI to improve speed, accuracy, and clarity

What Success Looks Like

Cash is accurate, visible, controlled, and proactively managed
Month-end reporting is accurate, timely, and with key insights
SLT can trust the numbers for leverage
Finance helps improve performance, doesn’t just report on it
Processes become tighter, simpler, and more scalable over time

Who You AreYou like the impact you can have in lean environments, take ownership, and bring strong judgment, composure, and execution in your work and life. You don’t just react to problems, you can see them coming and solving them brings you pride.You care deeply about details, you’re calm under pressure, you communicate clearly, and can make sound decisions when things are moving fast. You know how to lead - upwards to the CEO, down to the team, and sideways to pod leads.What You BringExperience

Strong background in accounting and financial operations
Experience managing cash flow and forecasting
Experience in a small or mid-sized business where you had to be hands-on
Experience in manufacturing, inventory-based businesses, or CPG is a strong asset

Systems

Experience with Xero, DEAR (CIn7) is preferred. Experience with Rippling, Dext, Plooto, Google Workspace, and SPS are assets.

Skills

High attention to detail and accuracy
Strong judgment and decision-making
Clear, direct communication
Strong organizational ability and follow-through
Ability to remain calm and effective under pressure
Comfortable improving processes and reducing manual work
Interest in using automation and AI to improve efficiency and reporting quality

Non NegotiablesAt Righteous, we believe that how you do anything is how you do everything, and that how people show up has not only an impact on our results, but also those they work with. Our & , help us continue to have a world class culture, that exemplifies creating a place that makes the world more awesome.We also expect you to consistently deliver on the Ten Things That Require Zero Talent: Being on time. Work ethic. Effort. Body language. Energy. Attitude. Passion. Being coachable. Doing extra. Being prepared.Why This Role ExistsWe are building something meaningful, and finance needs to keep pace.This role exists to bring structure, clarity, and stronger decision support to a growing business without slowing it down. We need someone who can protect the fundamentals while helping us level up.At Righteous, compensation goes beyond salary. We offer a total rewards package designed to support your health, growth, and long-term success:Total Rewards:

Base salary: $72,000–$84,000
Bonus: To be discussed
Opportunity to share in our success through our Equity Incentive Plan

Comprehensive benefits supporting physical and mental health, including medical, dental, vision, critical illness, long-term disability, out-of-country emergency coverage, and an Employee Assistance Program

Time Off & Wellbeing
-10 vaycay days to start, increasing to 15 days after 5 years 🏄🏼‍♂️
-5 paid flex days, plus 1 extra flex day for each year of service 🎉
-5 paid personal health days 🧠
-1 paid birthday day! 🎂
-Up to 5 paid bereavement days 🙏 * Personal & Professional Development Fund to support your growth

Free Weekly pints & bars (yes, really!)
Free In-house coffee & gelato bar + snacks for days!

*Compensation will depend on experience, capability, and overall fit for the role.Come as you are. Everyone is welcome here :)To ApplyPlease complete the full application. With your resume, please include a short note on why this role fits you. Bonus points if you include an example of a process, reporting rhythm, or financial workflow you improved in a previous role.Righteous is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any applicant for employment on any basis including, but not limited to: race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, predisposing genetic characteristics and genetic information, or any other classification.Salary: $72000 – $84000Read MoreApply For This Job:First NameLast NamePhone NumberEmail AddressResumePlease attach only files with one of following extensions: .pdf, .docx, .doc, .rtf, .txt

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