finance director

Description Search conducted by Placemaking 4G at p4g.ca on behalf of zzap. Established in 2018, zzap operates as a strategic design partner, embedding within the workflows of property owners, developers, institutions, and public-sector clients from the earliest stages of site conceptualization. Our work focuses on unlocking site potential while advancing design quality across Atlantic Canada. zzap?s founders believe that the integration of architecture and planning, grounded in place and supported by meaningful engagement, results in projects that are embraced by the communities they serve. This approach has contributed to a strong and growing reputation across Atlantic Canada in community planning, land development, heritage, and building design. zzap works across a broad range of project typologies and sectors, including institutional, government, non-profit, commercial, industrial, hospitality, mixed-use, residential, and heritage. Our work spans multiple scales, from strategic planning and policy frameworks to individual buildings and sites, and reflects a commitment to thoughtful, context-driven design responses rooted in place, policy, and long-term viability. By integrating urban planners and architects within a single practice, zzap simplifies the complex nature of land development, particularly in environments where regulatory frameworks, site constraints, and competing interests intersect. This integrated approach allows us to support clients through complexity, from early feasibility and entitlement through to detailed design and delivery. zzap?s work is shaped by community needs and real-world conditions. Whether advancing community planning initiatives, stewarding heritage assets, or delivering new infrastructure and buildings, we bring a consistent focus on design quality, collaboration, and responsible growth. zzap Values Start-to-Finish Care and Respect Just Be Honest (Honesty and Trust) Bring ?Em to the Table (Collaboration) Roll With It (Adaptability) Check Our Egos at the Door (Humility) This Moment, This Position We've always believed that thoughtful design begins with thoughtful people. As our team and our work continue to grow, we're investing in the business that helps both thrive. The Director of Finance & Administration provides leadership across zzap's Finance & Administration team and functions. Working closely with the Partners and Leads, you'll oversee the financial and administrative side of the business while helping strengthen the systems, processes, and information that support our growing practice. Your focus is on creating the conditions that allow our architecture and planning team to do what they do best. Through thoughtful financial leadership, strong business operations, and practical improvements, you'll help ensure zzap continues to grow in ways that are sustainable, intentional, and true to who we are. We value leaders who ask thoughtful questions, create clarity, empower others, and help people do their best work. Financial Leadership Provide financial leadership that enables informed decision-making and supports the long-term sustainability of the firm. Lead the firm's budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes in collaboration with the Partners. Monitor financial performance, profitability, cash flow, accounts receivable, and key business metrics. Translate financial information into meaningful insights that support strategic decision-making. Prepare executive dashboards and business reporting that provide visibility into organizational performance. Oversee payroll, statutory remittances, year-end activities, and financial compliance in part Location Dartmouth , NS Work location On site Salary $ 110,000 YEAR annually Terms of employment Full time Starts as soon as possible vacancies 1 vacancy Source Talent.com #631574934415419228 Various locations Dartmouth, NS