Director of Finance

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Canada.

📋 Description

• Direct financial accounting and advisory services across various operating entities.

• Create and uphold accounting policies, procedures, financial controls, and standards for the chart of accounts.

• Assess the financial health, performance, and sustainability of operational units.

• Perform financial reviews, analyze KPIs, and formulate corrective action plans in collaboration with leadership.

• Offer strategic financial guidance to mission leaders and stakeholders.

• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, financial planning, variance analysis, and performance tracking.

• Manage financial reporting, reconciliations, and the month-end and year-end closing processes.

• Handle audits, regulatory filings, charitable and tax returns, and preparation of financial statements.

• Assist in cash flow management, capital projects, government funding initiatives, and stakeholder reporting.

• Lead, mentor, and develop finance personnel while fostering a culture of continuous improvement.

⛳️ Requirements

• A completed undergraduate degree in Accounting or a related field.

• Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) designation is mandatory.

• Five to seven (5-7) years of progressive experience in accounting, finance, or business management.

• Leadership experience in budgeting, financial management, and operational oversight.

• Experience in supervisory and leadership roles, including coaching, mentoring, and team development.

• Comprehensive understanding of accounting principles, financial management, financial reporting, regulatory compliance, and audit processes.

• Proven experience in devising solutions for complex business and financial challenges and managing large-scale projects.

• Capability to exercise sound judgment with a significant degree of independence.

• Strong grasp of integrated business systems, automated workflows, accounting technologies, as well as cloud-based and web-enabled applications.

• Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel and financial analysis tools.

• Proficient in interpreting, analyzing, and presenting complex financial data.

• Exceptional written and verbal communication, stakeholder engagement, and customer service abilities.

• Experience in the non-profit sector is considered advantageous.

🏝️ Benefits

• Opportunity for flexible working arrangements.

• Health and dental insurance benefits.

• Paid vacation and sick leave.

• RRSP contributions.

• Opportunities for skill enhancement and career advancement.

• A culture that promotes continuous learning and growth.