[Role Overview]

The Director of Finance at ChopValue will play a hands-on role in managing the day-to-day financial operations of a fast-growing, mission-driven company. Based in Vancouver, BC, this individual will work closely with senior leadership to ensure financial integrity, support strategic decision-making, and help build scalable financial processes. We are open to a more junior candidate who brings the right attitude — mission-aligned, eager to learn, and ready to roll up their sleeves in a rapidly changing work environment. 

[Responsibilities]

Financial Reporting & Accounting:

• Oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.

• Maintain accuracy and integrity of the general ledger.

• Support month-end and year-end closing processes.

• Ensure compliance with applicable accounting standards.

Budgeting, Forecasting & Cash Flow:

• Develop financial forecasts and cash flow projections.

• Monitor budget performance, analyze variances, and flag risks early.

• Ensure sufficient working capital to support operations.

Tax & Compliance:

• Oversee payroll tax and government remittances.

• Ensure compliance with federal, provincial, and local tax regulations.

• Coordinate with external accountants and tax advisors; support audit readiness.

Team & Cross-Functional Collaboration:

• Partner with operations and leadership to embed financial thinking into decisions.

• Help build and improve financial processes as the company scales.

[Qualifications]

• Degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or a related field; CPA designation or in progress is an asset.

• 2–6 years of finance or accounting experience; startup or high-growth environment experience is a plus.

• Solid grasp of financial reporting, budgeting, and compliance fundamentals.

• Proactive, detail-oriented, and comfortable working with ambiguity and changing priorities.

• Strong communicator who can translate numbers into clear business insights.

• Able to work on-site at ChopValue HQ in Vancouver, BC with periodic travel availability to HQ in Toronto, Ontario and Tokyo, Japan. 

[Key Competencies]

• Mission-Driven: Genuine alignment with ChopValue’s sustainability and circular economy values.

• Ownership Mindset: Takes initiative, follows through, and isn’t afraid to figure things out.

• Adaptability: Comfortable in a fast-paced environment where priorities can shift quickly.

• Collaboration: Works well across teams and builds trust with non-financial stakeholders.

Please include your resume and cover letter to careers@chopvalue.com to let us know how your interests and experience align with ChopValue’s mission and values.

[About ChopValue]

ChopValue provides product and design solutions with an innovative, high-performance material made entirely from recycled chopsticks. Since its founding in 2016, the company has recycled over 250 million chopsticks. ChopValue sources, manufactures, distributes, and employs within local communities through its franchising model. With a network of distributed Microfactories, ChopValue aims to create a positive and resource-efficient impact for a carbon-neutral future. To learn more, visit www.chopvalue.com.