Schema App is a fast-growing, profitable SaaS company headquartered in Guelph, Ontario, with a team across Canada. We’re a smart, collaborative group driven by a shared mission: to become a global leader in enterprise marketing technology and help organizations future-proof for the age of AI. We work with some of the world’s most recognized enterprises, including SAP, Wells Fargo, and Henry Ford Health, to give them control over how their brand is understood and represented by AI across search and digital experiences. At our core, we believe that in the age of AI, a brand is only as strong as the data behind it and the connections within it. As search evolves into AI-driven and agent-led experiences, that foundation becomes critical. That’s why we’re building the infrastructure enterprises need to control how they show up in AI today and compete in the agentic web tomorrow: driving growth, protecting their brand, and leading in the next generation of digital experiences. Visit Schema App at or on LinkedIn. We are seeking a strategic and forward-looking finance leader to build and lead our financial function, providing clarity, discipline, and insight that enables high-quality decision-making across the business. This role will play a critical part in driving sustainable growth, profitability, and capital efficiency, and will be a key member of our leadership team. This is a hybrid role, requiring regular in-office presence at our Guelph headquarters. Functional Accountabilities Financial Planning, Forecasting & Performance Management Own and continuously refine a forward‑looking financial view of the business to guide decision-making and ensure alignment with company goals. Maintain a rolling 36‑month forecast aligned to company objectives. Lead the annual budgeting process, ensuring alignment on targets, resource allocation, and investment priorities. Build and manage driver‑based financial models (hiring, pricing, investments). Monitor performance vs. plan, clearly explain variances, and update forecasts accordingly. Identify risks and opportunities early, ensuring no surprises within a 90‑day window. Ensure financial plans are actively used to drive accountability across the business. Strategic Financial Insight & Decision Support Analyze performance and identify drivers of growth, margin, and efficiency. Recommend actions to improve profitability and capital efficiency. Partner with leadership on hiring, pricing, product investment, and expansion decisions. Clearly articulate trade‑offs and expected ROI. Act as a strategic thought partner to the CEO and leadership team. SaaS Metrics, Unit Economics & Financial Narrative Own and report on key SaaS metrics (ARR, churn, CAC, LTV, payback, gross margin). Provide visibility into software vs. services performance and margins. Translate financial data into clear, actionable insights. Build leadership dashboards and monthly reporting. Prepare the company for future investor or diligence processes. Financial Integrity & Close Oversight Oversee the monthly close process (target: 6 business days). Ensure financial statements are complete and accurate. Maintain strong financial controls and accounting policies. Manage risk, compliance, and external financial relationships. Support audit readiness as needed. Finance Operating Rhythm & Leadership Partnership Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual financial planning cadences. Reinforce ROI‑based decision‑making across the organization. Partner cross‑functionally to align financial priorities with company goals. Ensure reporting and insights are delivered ahead of leadership discussions. Team Leadership & Coaching Build, lead, and sustain an A‑player marketing team that consistently delivers company goals. Hire, develop, and coach team members to A‑player performance standards, using clearly defined role scorecards with outcomes, competencies, and success metrics. Conduct quarterly talent reviews for all direct reports. Actively upgrade talent by coaching B‑players with clear expectations and time‑bound improvement plans, and exiting C‑players in a timely manner. Define, maintain, and regularly update A‑player scorecards that clearly outline outcomes, competencies, and success metrics for each role. Model and reinforce Schema App’s values, holding team members accountable for both results and behaviors. Leadership Team Member Act as an effective and accountable member of the leadership team, contributing to company‑wide strategy, prioritization, and execution. Adopt and operate within the Metronomics framework, coming prepared to leadership meetings with clear data, perspectives, and recommendations. Engage in constructive debate to surface the best decisions, then fully own and execute agreed‑upon priorities, regardless of prior disagreement. Partner cross‑functionally to achieve company goals and the 3HAG, holding peers accountable for both results and adherence to Schema App’s values. Key Competencies Strategic Thinking & Decision Support - Connects financial data to business strategy and brings clear, opinionated recommendations that drive decisions. Executive Communication & Influence - Communicates complex financial concepts clearly and concisely to leadership and external stakeholders. Financial Modeling & Planning Discipline - Builds and maintains robust, driver‑based financial models that support budgeting, forecasting, and scenario planning. SaaS Business Acumen - Deep understanding of SaaS metrics and how they connect to growth, retention, and profitability. Stakeholder & Resource Management - Effectively manages and influences internal and external stakeholders, including vendors and financial partners. Financial Discipline, Risk & Stewardship - Applies strong judgment in balancing growth, profitability, and risk. Continuous Improvement & Efficiency - Actively seeks to understand how the business operates and improves financial processes, systems, and workflows. Commercial Judgment & Deal Oversight (Bonus) - Provides financial oversight on high‑impact commercial agreements. Metrics Pre‑Tax Profit: Target 10–15% as the business scales. Labor Efficiency Ratio (LER): ≥ 2.0. Forecast Accuracy: No surprises within a 90‑day window. SaaS Metrics Improvement: CAC payback, gross margin, retention, expansion. Close Timeliness & Quality: Monthly close completed within 5 business days. 80%+ A‑players within your function (assessed through quarterly talent reviews). Core Values Alignment Growth Mindset – Continuously experiments, learns, and adapts. Resourceful – Delivers high‑impact results creatively with strong ROI. One Team – Collaborates seamlessly across Sales, CS, Product, and partners. We are Humble – Elevates team and partner voices, seeks feedback, and adapts with curiosity. Life @ Schema App Culture focused on your growth: Weekly 1:1 with conversations around Professional Development. Great benefits for health & wellness, and your coverage starts as soon as you do. RRSP matching. Flex days to re‑energize on top of vacation days and you don’t work on your birthday. The Culture Club keeps our virtual team connected through fun and innovative events. Diverse smart team – The more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. Schema App’s purpose is to build meaningful connections: with each other, our customers, and the data so that we are all understood. AI‑based tools may be used to support screening; all resumes are reviewed by a member of our team. If you require accommodation during the application process, please let us know. We are committed to an inclusive work environment and welcome applicants of all backgrounds and perspectives. #J-18808-Ljbffr