Director Finance (Contract, Non-Profit)

Location: Downtown Toronto (Union Station area)

Work Arrangement: Hybrid, 3 days onsite / 2 days remote

Contract Length: 3-month contract with potential for extension

About the Opportunity

Our client, a well-established non-profit organization, is seeking an experienced Director, Finance to provide leadership across financial operations, budgeting, forecasting, reporting, and financial controls. This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on finance leader who enjoys partnering with operational leaders, leading finance teams, and supporting a mission-driven organization.

The successful candidate will bring strong experience in not-for-profit financial reporting, budgeting, financial planning and analysis, and team leadership. Experience working within publicly funded organizations is highly valued.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Leadership & Reporting

• Lead the budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes across the organization.
• Prepare and oversee monthly financial reporting packages, including variance analysis and performance reporting.
• Monitor financial results, identify risks and opportunities, and provide recommendations to leadership.
• Support annual audit activities, year-end processes, and preparation of audit schedules.
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards, funding requirements, and internal financial policies.
• Provide financial analysis and decision-support to senior leadership.

Accounting & Financial Operations

• Oversee the full accounting function, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, reconciliations, month-end close, and financial statement preparation.
• Monitor organizational cash flow and banking activities.
• Review and approve journal entries and other accounting transactions.
• Develop and enhance financial controls, policies, and procedures.
• Drive continuous improvement of financial systems, reporting processes, and operational efficiencies.

Team Leadership

• Lead, mentor, and support finance team members.
• Provide coaching, performance management, and professional development opportunities.
• Foster a collaborative, inclusive, and high-performing team environment.
• Partner with department leaders to support budget management and financial decision-making.

Strategic Partnership

• Serve as a trusted advisor to operational and program leaders on financial matters.
• Support procurement and financial governance initiatives.
• Participate in cross-functional projects and organizational improvement initiatives.
• Contribute to organizational planning and strategic priorities as a member of the leadership team.

Qualifications

• CPA designation required.
• 5+ years of progressive leadership experience in finance and accounting.
• Experience overseeing budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, and audit processes.
• Strong understanding of internal controls, financial governance, and compliance.
• Demonstrated experience leading and developing finance teams.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Advanced proficiency with financial systems and reporting tools.

Required Experience

• Previous financial reporting experience within a non-profit organization is required.
• Experience supporting organizations with multiple programs, funding sources, or cost centers.
• Experience preparing financial reports for senior leadership, boards, funders, or external stakeholders.

Preferred Experience

• Experience working within healthcare, social services, community services, government-funded, or broader public-sector environments.
• Exposure to procurement, risk management, and organizational transformation initiatives.
• Experience working with organizations funded through provincial or government funding programs.

What You'll Bring

• Strong financial and analytical acumen.
• Ability to balance strategic thinking with hands-on execution.
• Proven leadership and people management skills.
• Exceptional organizational and problem-solving abilities.
• A collaborative approach and commitment to supporting a mission-driven organization.

This job posting is for a current vacancy with our client.

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