Chief Financial Officer (CFO)

Job Summary

Canadian Adventure Charters Inc. (CAC) is seeking an accomplished and visionary Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to lead the financial strategy and operational expansion of our corporation. Reporting directly to the Board of Directors, the CFO will play a pivotal role in shaping CAC’s strategic direction, overseeing financial operations, investor relations, and driving business development.

The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in world-class expedition and adventure charters, luxury yachting, scientific research, and large-scale marine operations. This role requires a dynamic leader capable of structuring CAC as a publicly traded corporation while driving profitability and international expansion.

The CFO will spearhead the development of a state-of-the-art research explorer expedition platform, a thrill-seeking adventure charter experience for Ultra-High-Net-Worth Individuals (UHNWI), and an online brand, booking platform, and shopping center. Additionally, they will play a key role in promoting Newfoundland & Labrador, the Northwest Passage, Pacific Northwest, Alaska, Canada’s Arctic regions, Greenland, Iceland, and other international destinations as premier luxury yachting destinations, supporting expedition tourism, submersible dive expeditions, treasure and shipwreck recovery, underwater documentary production, and climate change research.

Reporting Structure

Reports directly to the Board of Directors of Canadian Adventure Charters Inc.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership & Financial Oversight

• Define and execute CAC’s financial and strategic vision in alignment with corporate objectives.
• Develop and manage financial models and portfolios ranging from $500M to $10B.
• Ensure fiscal sustainability, implementing long-term profit expansion initiatives.
• Lead financial planning, forecasting, risk management, and investor relations.
• Structure CAC for public trading and establish partnerships with Fortune 500 companies.
• Drive the execution of CAC’s mission, vision, and financial expansion.

Business Development & Operations Management

• Develop world-class expedition, adventure, and marine operations, including private superyachts, scientific research vessels, and treasure recovery missions.
• Establish CAC as a leader in luxury charter destinations, marine tourism, and deep-sea exploration.
• Oversee the design and construction of mega-resort developments, including research centers, aquariums, theme restaurants, resort hotels, and marinas.
• Manage relationships with government agencies, investors, financial institutions, and insurers.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory bodies such as Transport Canada, DNV, Parks Canada, DFO, and First Nation & Innu Nation Governments.

Governance, Strategy & Compliance

• Develop and implement corporate governance policies and strategic planning initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with legal, ethical, and financial regulations while maintaining transparency.
• Lead mergers, acquisitions, and corporate integrations to drive expansion and profitability.
• Prepare and present financial reports, forecasts, and investment strategies to the Board.

Stakeholder Relations & Community Engagement

• Cultivate relationships with UHNWI clients, luxury charter companies, brokers, government entities, and global research institutions.
• Advocate for CAC’s presence in expedition-based tourism, scientific research, and environmental initiatives.
• Develop strategic partnerships with private and public entities to support CAC’s vision.
• Support corporate social responsibility efforts and emergency preparedness planning.

Human Resources & Leadership Development

• Foster a high-performance corporate culture through effective leadership, coaching, and mentorship.
• Recruit, train, and manage a highly skilled workforce in alignment with CAC’s growth objectives.
• Establish remuneration policies and performance-based incentives.

Communication & Multilingual Proficiency

• Fluent in English, with proficiency in at least three of the following languages: French, German, Polish, Spanish, Mandarin, Norwegian, Arabic, Russian.
• Exceptional business writing and communication skills for investor relations, branding, and stakeholder engagement.

Qualifications & Experience

Education:

• University degree in a related field such as Business, Finance, Economics, or Accounting (CGA designation preferred).
• Must be a Canadian resident.

Experience:

• Minimum 15 years in senior financial leadership, with expertise in marine industry startups, luxury yachting, offshore expeditions, and scientific research.
• Proven track record in managing Fortune 100 and 500 company portfolios and investor relations.
• Extensive experience in financial restructuring for private investors and public markets.
• Expertise in mega-port resort development, marine infrastructure, and financial structuring.
• Strong background in adventure tourism, deep-sea submersibles, and the film entertainment industry.
• Experience working with publicly traded CEOs, institutional investors, and government stakeholders.

Working Conditions

Physical & Environmental Demands:

• Extensive travel required, including time spent aboard ice-class expedition vessels, private jets, helicopters, and support vessels.
• Must be comfortable working in extreme conditions, including open seas, Arctic environments, and remote expedition sites.
• Exposure to wildlife, challenging terrain, and unpredictable weather conditions.

Mental & Sensory Demands:

• Requires exceptional time management, problem-solving, and stress resilience.
• Ability to work under high-pressure deadlines with multiple priorities.
• Must not be prone to seasickness or airsickness.

Compensation

• Highly competitive salary and benefits, commensurate with qualifications, experience, and track record.

Application Process

Interested candidates must submit:

• Cover letter
• Resume/CV
• Three professional references
• Criminal record check

Email Applications to: info@cacsd.ca

Preferred Candidate Profile

Preference will be given to CFOs with expertise in:

• Remote Arctic & Antarctic expeditions
• Super yacht and mega yacht standby support services
• Deep-sea submersibles and underwater exploration
• Treasure and shipwreck salvage recovery
• Expedition, scientific research, and documentary film production
• Climate change research and environmental impact studies
• World-class mega-port resort development
• Exclusive UHNWI membership clubs
• Affiliations with the Explorer Club, National Geographic, BBC

Why Join Us?

This is a rare opportunity for a visionary CFO to revolutionize the luxury expedition industry. If you are ambitious, thrive in high-stakes environments, and possess an elite go-getter- get the job done mindset, we encourage you to apply.

Shape the future of global adventure charters with CAC.