Director of Finance

Become a change maker with Islamic Relief Canada! Join our team and work towards our mission to mobilize Canadians to transform more lives around the world in the most trusted manner.

The Finance Department at Islamic Relief Canada is a dynamic and integral part of our organization, dedicated to managing and optimizing our financial resources to support our mission of providing relief and development. Our team is committed to ensuring the highest standards of financial accountability, transparency, and efficiency. We handle a wide range of financial activities, including donation revenue management, budgeting, financial reporting, and compliance.

By joining our finance team, you will be part of a collaborative and supportive environment where your contributions directly impact the effectiveness and reach of our humanitarian efforts.

Islamic Relief Canada is seeking a dynamic and experienced Director of Finance to lead and enhance our financial operations. Reporting to the CFO, the Director of Finance will oversee all aspects of financial reporting, planning, compliance, and process improvement. The Director of Finance will be critical in ensuring financial health and regulatory compliance, enabling cross-departmental collaboration, and driving continuous process improvement across our financial practices to support IRC’s mission.

The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of financial management, regulatory compliance, and a passion for humanitarian work. This position offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact by enhancing financial accountability and driving process efficiencies to support Islamic Relief’s mission.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership

Translate organizational strategy into actionable financial goals and measurable outcomes

Represent Finance in SLT discussions and cross-functional planning

Contribute to organization-wide strategy discussions with a financial lens, providing data to support recommendations

Financial Operations and Accounting

Plan, implement and evaluate the organization’s fiscal function and performance

Ensure compliance with relevant accounting standards (ASNPO), regulatory requirements with GAAP and CRA, and internal policies and procedures

Maintain robust internal controls to mitigate financial risks and safeguard organization

Provide financial analysis and support to guide decision-making and resource allocation for the senior leadership team, board members, and other stakeholders as relevant

Maintain reliable cash-flow projection, forecasting, and budgeting processes to ensure adequate financial resources for operational needs and strategic goals

Manage relationships with key stakeholders including external auditors, CRA, etc.

Compliance and Regulatory Oversight

Oversee and ensure organizational compliance with all relevant regulatory frameworks, including CRA regulations for charities

Proactively monitor and implement changes in financial and charity compliance regulations

Collaborate in cross-functional teams to ensure compliance with financial policies, grant agreements, and donor-specific guidelines as relevant

Lead planning and execution of audits and ensure timely submission of statutory filings

Process Improvement

Foster a culture of continuous improvement to enhance financial operations

Identify, recommend, and implement improvements to financial processes to increase efficiency and accuracy

Collaborate with Technology and other teams to lead finance system upgrades and implementations to align with best practices and organizational needs

Work alongside other departments to ensure smooth integration of financial processes across the organization

Team Management and Cross-Team Collaboration

Collaborate with other departments, including fundraising, programs, and operations, to develop financial strategies, align on goals, and support organizational objectives

Participate in cross-functional initiatives, providing financial insights, and contributing to strategic planning and decision-making

Foster a collaborative and high-performance culture within the Finance team, promoting effective communication, teamwork, and accountability

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