Dollar Tree

Director, Finance (Canada)

Dollar Tree • $175K — $194K *
Chesapeake, VA 23322In-Person
Finance & Insurance
8 - 10 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
  • 10+ years of progressive accounting and/or finance experience, including controllership roles.
  • 5+ years in a leadership position, successfully developing finance professionals.
  • Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and internal controls.
  • Experience with quarterly and annual financial close processes.
  • Understanding of SOX compliance in complex organizations.
  • Executive communication and influencing skills.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the oversight of financial accounting and controllership activities.
  • Drive the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure consistent reporting.
  • Ensure compliance with Canadian tax and reporting standards.
  • Review financials to identify trends, risks, and variances.
  • Provide guidance on complex accounting transactions.
  • Maintain a strong internal control environment.

Benefits

  • Opportunity to lead a high-performing finance team.
  • High visibility in a critical leadership role.
  • Engagement with cross-functional partners across Canada and the U.S.
  • Involvement in continuous improvement and process automation initiatives.
  • Professional growth opportunities in a fast-paced environment.
Full Job Description
The Director, Finance - Canada provides leadership and oversight of key accounting, financial reporting, and controllership activities for Dollar Tree's Canadian operations, ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial results.

This leader will oversee critical components of the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes, strengthen financial controls, and ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP, Canadian statutory requirements, company policies, and SOX requirements. The Director will also partner closely with Finance and business leaders in Canada and the U.S. to support budgeting and forecasting, improve financial processes, and provide insights that enable sound business decisions.

This is a highly visible leadership role requiring strong technical accounting expertise, financial acumen, cross-functional partnership, and the ability to develop high-performing teams in a complex, fast-paced organization.
What You'll Do
Financial Accounting & Controllership
  • Provide leadership and oversight for accounting and controllership activities, ensuring the accuracy, completeness, and integrity of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial results.
  • Lead key components of the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes, ensuring timely and accurate reporting in accordance with U.S. GAAP and company policies.
  • Partner closely with cross-functional teams in Canada and Finance and Accounting teams in the U.S. to ensure alignment and consistency in financial reporting and accounting practices.
  • Ensure compliance with applicable Canadian statutory requirements related to tax, accounting, and financial reporting.
  • Review financial results, account reconciliations, journal entries, and supporting schedules to identify trends, variances, risks, and potential accounting issues.
  • Ensure accounting transactions are properly recorded, classified, documented, and supported in accordance with established policies and accounting standards.
  • Provide technical accounting guidance and determine appropriate accounting treatment for complex or non-routine transactions.
  • Maintain a strong internal control environment and ensure financial processes and documentation support compliance with SOX requirements.
  • Partner with internal and external auditors, providing appropriate documentation and ensuring timely resolution of audit requests and findings.
Financial Reporting & Analysis
  • Oversee the preparation and review of financial statements, management reporting, and supporting financial schedules.
  • Analyze financial performance and significant account fluctuations, providing senior leadership with clear explanations of results, trends, risks, and opportunities.
  • Partner with FP&A and business leaders to ensure alignment between accounting results, forecasts, budgets, and overall business performance.
  • Support the preparation of annual budgets and updates to monthly financial forecasts.
  • Develop reporting and financial insights that improve visibility into business performance and support informed decision-making.
  • Identify potential financial risks and proactively partner with leaders to develop appropriate solutions and corrective actions.
Process Improvement & Financial Controls
  • Lead continuous improvement and automation initiatives that simplify financial processes, reduce manual activities, increase efficiency, and strengthen the overall control environment.
  • Establish and maintain accounting policies, procedures, controls, and documentation to promote consistency and compliance across the organization.
  • Partner with Finance, IT, and other cross-functional teams on system implementations, enhancements, integrations, and broader transformation initiatives.
  • Ensure effective financial controls are incorporated into new processes, systems, and business initiatives.
  • Identify opportunities to improve the scalability, accuracy, and efficiency of accounting and financial reporting processes.
Leadership & Business Partnership
  • Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing Finance team, establishing clear expectations and creating opportunities for continued professional growth.
  • Serve as a trusted financial advisor to senior leaders and cross-functional partners, providing guidance on accounting, financial controls, and business decisions.
  • Build strong partnerships across Accounting, FP&A, Treasury, Tax, Internal Audit, Operations, IT, and other business functions in Canada and the U.S.
  • Translate complex financial and accounting matters into clear, actionable insights for both financial and non-financial stakeholders.
  • Champion a culture of accountability, collaboration, continuous improvement, and operational excellence.
What You'll Bring
Required Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
  • 10+ years of progressive accounting and/or finance experience, including significant experience in controllership, financial accounting, or financial reporting.
  • 5+ years of leadership experience with demonstrated success leading, coaching, and developing accounting or finance professionals.
  • Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP, financial reporting, accounting principles, and internal controls.
  • Experience leading or playing a significant role in monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes.
  • Strong understanding of SOX compliance and internal control requirements within a large, complex organization.
  • Experience partnering effectively with internal and external auditors.
  • Strong executive communication, business partnership, and influencing skills.
  • Demonstrated ability to lead through change, solve complex problems, and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
  • Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel and experience working with enterprise financial systems.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation.
  • Public accounting experience.
  • Experience working within a large, publicly traded company.
  • Retail or other high-volume, multi-location industry experience.
  • Experience with large-scale ERP and financial systems.
  • Experience leading finance transformation, process automation, or financial system implementation initiatives.


Salary Range: $175,000-$194,000 base + 25% bonus + equity

Full time

500 Volvo Parkway,Chesapeake,Virginia 23320

FP&A

Dollar Tree

About Dollar Tree

Dollar Tree is a chain of discount stores that carries a variety of merchandise including housewares, glassware, dinnerware, cleaning supplies, candy, snacks, food, health and beauty, toys, gifts, gift bags and wrap, party supplies, stationery, craft supplies, teaching supplies, books, seasonal décor, and more for $1 or less.

Dollar Tree Careers

Joining Dollar Tree's vibrant team offers more than just a job; it opens the door to a wealth of job opportunities and a promising career path in the retail industry. As a crucial player in cost-effective retailing, Dollar Tree provides a dynamic platform for both seasoned professionals and those at the start of their career journey.

Work You’ll Do

At Dollar Tree, every position is a chance to experience growth through innovation and leadership. Our team members are encouraged to lead projects and initiatives that redefine the norm and foster significant advancements in the retail sector. With a culture rooted in collaboration and diversity, we offer a workplace where ideas flourish and inclusivity is the norm.

Explore Professional Development

Dollar Tree is committed to the professional growth of its employees through robust training programs and leadership development opportunities. Our focus on internal promotion and career advancement ensures that every team member has the tools they need to succeed and climb the career ladder within the company.

Innovate and Lead

Join a team where innovation is at the heart of everything we do. Dollar Tree is a leader in developing cost-effective solutions that don’t just follow market trends but set them. Here, your skills in networking, creativity, and strategic thinking will be honed to perfection.

Be Part of a Diverse and Inclusive Team

Diversity and inclusion are more than just buzzwords at Dollar Tree; they are integral to our company culture. We believe in empowering our employees by respecting and valuing what makes them unique. This commitment is reflected in our diversity training programs, which are designed to foster an inclusive environment that promotes career longevity and satisfaction.

Internship Opportunities

For those new to the workforce, Dollar Tree’s internship programs offer a gateway to full-time employment and a firsthand look at the retail industry's fast-paced nature. Interns at Dollar Tree gain invaluable experience, working alongside seasoned professionals and participating in projects that impact our business on a global scale.

Benefits That Support Your Life and Growth

Choosing a career at Dollar Tree means access to competitive benefits designed to support you both professionally and personally. From health and wellness plans to educational assistance, we ensure our team members receive the support they need to achieve their best at work and beyond.

Join Our Team

Are you ready to take the next step in your career? Explore the available positions at Dollar Tree where your skills and passion can lead to exceptional opportunities. Whether you’re applying for your first job or seeking a leadership role, your journey towards a fulfilling career starts here.

Stay Connected

Keep up to date with the latest at Dollar Tree by following our careers blog. Gain insights from our team, learn about our innovative practices, and stay informed about upcoming job opportunities and company news.

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Ready to make a difference? Submit your resume, complete your profile, and prepare for an interview where you can showcase your unique abilities and learn more about the exciting career paths at Dollar Tree.

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Join us at Dollar Tree, where opportunities to thrive are endless, and every employee plays a critical role in our success. Let’s grow together in a company that values innovation, leadership, and a commitment to diversity and professional growth.
Learn more about Dollar Tree
Size
61,886 employees
Market Cap
$31 billion
Industry
Food & Beverages
Net Income
$1.3 billion
Founded
1986
5 Year Trend
+4.9%
Revenue
$25.5 billion
NASDAQ
DLTR
* Ladders Estimates

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