Our client is looking for a Director of Finance for a 6-month contract. The role is 100% remote.

Responsibilities:

Financial Operations:

Lead and oversee the operations of the accounting team including accounts payable, receivable, travel claims, and payroll
Ensure efficient monthly and annual close processes are in place to provide management and the Board with timely financial information.
Lead and oversee treasury management including preparation of regular cashflow. Establish a strategy to maximize the organization’s return.
Ensure the organization has appropriate financial policies in place and monitor compliance.
Oversee the development, review, implementation of financial policies, procedures and/or practices.
Ensure compliance with all financial and tax regulatory/statutory requirements and reporting

Financial Reporting:

Coordinate and prepare the annual financial statements
Oversee the preparation of ad hoc management reports and analysis

Budgeting & Forecasting:

Develop budgeting and forecasting processes, aligned with the organization’s strategic priorities
Lead the development of the annual budget and forecasts
Provide advice and assistance to the budget holders at headquarters concerning information needs and financial reporting requirement
Provide strategic advice regarding resource allocation, including risks and opportunities.

Year-End Audit:

Lead and coordinate the year-end audit process including preparation of year-end audit working papers
Coordinate the schedule of activities and deliverables for the Finance team
Ensure all HQ balances sheet reconciliations are completed in a timely manner as required to facilitate the year-end audit schedule
Liaise with the external auditors to assist them in their queries and support their work by providing additional information as required.

Leadership & Team Management:

Manage a team of finance professionals towards the achievement of functional objectives by providing guidance, support and direction; creates a climate such that staff are motivated and committed to the function’s mandate, objectives and focus to client services.
Establish a culture of continuous improvement and empowerment
Lead the team through process improvement and establish strong change management practice.
Identify, hire, inspire, mentor and motivate direct reports
Monitor and evaluate direct reports
Undertake and oversee annual performance targets and appraisals
Promote effective collaboration between finance staff and others in the organization pertaining to financial aspects of budgeting, monitoring and transaction processing

Requirements:

Possess a CPA designation
5 years of experience in a finance or accounting supervisory role including responsibility for the full accounting cycle within an organization or business unit.
Minimum 5 years of experience in a finance or accounting supervisory role, demonstrating leadership and effective team management.
Proficiency in overseeing financial operations, including budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, and treasury management.
Strong knowledge of financial reporting standards and compliance with regulatory/statutory requirements, particularly in the non-profit or charity sector.
Experience in budget development, forecasting, and resource allocation aligned with strategic priorities.
Experience in managing the year-end audit process, coordinating with external auditors, and ensuring compliance with audit requirements.
Demonstrated ability to manage a team, provide guidance, mentorship, and create a culture of continuous improvement and empowerment.
Ability to think strategically, innovate, and provide strategic advice on resource allocation, risks, and opportunities to the COO.
Experience in developing, reviewing, implementing, and monitoring financial policies, procedures, and practices to improve efficiency and complianc

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You must currently reside within the Greater Toronto Area and be permitted to work in Canada to be considered for this opportunity. A recruiter will be in touch with you if your profile meets our client’s requirements for this role.

Vaco by Highspring values a diverse workplace and strongly encourages women, people of colour, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply.

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Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco by Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to:

the individual’s skill sets, experience and training;
licensure and certification requirements;
office location and other geographic considerations;
other business and organizational needs.

With that said, as required by local law, Vaco by Highspring believes that the following salary range referenced above reasonably estimates the base compensation for an individual hired into this position in geographies that require salary range disclosure. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses.

This position for employment is for a current vacancy with Highspring’s client. Please note that Vaco/Highspring is regularly asked to provide talent to other organisations. By submitting to this position, you agree to be included in our talent pool for future hiring for similarly qualified positions. Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco/Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including, but not limited to, the individual’s skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, office location and other geographic considerations, as well as other business and organisational needs. Salary ranges will be disclosed where required by law. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses and can participate in medical, dental, and vision benefits as well as the company’s retirement plan (or similar retirement benefits). Submissions to this position are subject to the use of AI to perform preliminary candidate screenings, focused on ensuring minimum job requirements noted in the position are satisfied. Further assessment of candidates beyond this initial phase within Vaco/Highspring will be conducted by recruiters and hiring managers. Vaco/Highspring does not have knowledge of the tools used by its clients in making final hiring decisions and cannot opine on their use of AI products.

Director of Finance (6-Month Contract)