Director of Finance

Overview

We are seeking a senior finance leader to join a not-for-profit organization in the role of Director of Finance. This position offers the opportunity to provide strategic financial leadership within a mission-driven environment while overseeing a sophisticated and multi-faceted finance function.

Reporting to the CFO, the Director of Finance will be responsible for financial stewardship, operational oversight, and strengthening financial insight across the organization. This role is well-suited to a collaborative, values-oriented finance professional who brings both strong technical expertise and a practical, business-minded approach.

Strategic & Organizational Finance

• Act as a strategic partner to executive leadership, supporting decision-making through clear financial analysis and advice
• Contribute to long-range planning, financial sustainability, and risk management initiatives
• Support leaders across the organization in understanding financial impacts and trade-offs

Financial Operations & Reporting

• Oversee all core accounting activities, including general ledger, reconciliations, and financial statement preparation
• Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes
• Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting in accordance with applicable standards
• Manage external audit processes and relationships

Budgeting, Forecasting & Analysis

• Lead organization-wide budgeting and forecasting processes
• Monitor financial performance, analyze variances, and provide actionable insights
• Support cash flow management and forward-looking financial analysis

Systems, Controls & Governance

• Strengthen financial controls, policies, and documentation
• Improve finance systems, reporting tools, and workflows to enhance efficiency and transparency
• Ensure compliance with regulatory, funding, and reporting requirements relevant to the not-for-profit sector
• Lead, coach, and develop a multi-level finance team
• Set clear performance expectations and support professional growth
• Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement

Stakeholder & Board Support

• Prepare financial materials for executive leadership and governance committees
• Attend meetings as required and present financial information in a clear and accessible manner

• Bachelor’s degree in Commerce, Business, Economics, or a related field
• 10+ years of progressive experience in accounting and financial management
• 5+ years of leadership experience managing and developing teams
• Experience in not-for-profit accounting and financial reporting (strongly preferred)
• Solid understanding of budgeting, forecasting, audit management, and internal controls
• Ability to translate complex financial concepts for non-finance stakeholders
• Strong judgment, professionalism, and attention to detail
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills