OVERVIEW

A not-for-profit organization serving vulnerable individuals and families.

EDI-B VALUES

The success of an organization stems from a team that is aligned with its mission and vision, where decisions are made in the best interests of the clients they serve and the marginalized and vulnerable populations across our communities. Through this effort, all team members embrace their roles in the organization with respect and dignity for all stakeholders. Through these partnerships, everyone is focused on ensuring a commitment and responsibility toward anti-racism, anti-oppression, equity, diversity, inclusivity, and belonging.

MISSION

The Director of Finance is a key member of the senior leadership team and will be responsible for developing, directing and controlling all organizational financial functions to maximize effectiveness, as well as developing and monitoring the annual budget and service plan, overseeing the preparation of financial reports, providing leadership to the staff team, and encouraging professional growth and development. This role works in alignment with the organization's commitment to equity to further create a sense of belonging.

The Pod Group is partnering with this organization to place a compassionate and hands-on individual to fulfill the role of the Director of Finance.

PRIORITIES

• As a member of the Senior Leadership Team, guides the development of the agency's strategic and operational plans.
• Develops, recommends and implements policies and procedures for Finance and supports operational plans.
• Participates with the Board of Governors as well as the Finance and Service Plan sub-committees, providing information and acting as a resource to facilitate decision-making.
• In consultation with the Directors, prepares annual budgets for presentation to the Board of Trustees.
• Reviews all major service contracts with funders and third-party providers and provides advice.
• Acts as a resource and business partner to managers and senior leaders, discussing and resolving financial and other issues.
• Directs the annual budgeting process to ensure the process meets operational needs and funder requirements.
• Liaises with external Auditors and coordinates the yearly audits. Communicates information and resolves problems before, during, and after the audit.
• Responsible for developing capital reserve plans for all agency buildings and facilities and ensuring projects are carried out on time and on budget.
• Responsible for overseeing the Finance team and screening, interviewing and hiring of new team/department members in consultation with the Human Resources Department.
• Maintain a high level of employee engagement and promote a healthy organizational work culture.
• Builds on employee strengths and relationships to inspire, motivate and support staff.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

TALENTS & EXPERTISE

• A graduate degree in Business Administration or Finance in addition to a CPA designation.
• Five years management experience, preferably at a senior leadership level.
• Sound knowledge of data management and software.
• Ability to analyze financial data and prepare reports, statements and projections for the Senior Leadership Team, Finance Committee and Board of Governors.
• Consistently achieves results, demonstrating high performance, and challenging self and others to deliver results.
• Commitment to adaptability and can effectively cope with change, finding ways to advance work and projects. A proven self-starter with an entrepreneurial spirit an asset.
• Must have previous experience working with information technology systems to support business solutions.
• Demonstrates self-awareness and alignment with the agency's commitment to equity, including demonstrating equitable practices in their leadership.
• Communicates strategically (verbal and written) to a variety of audiences.
• Experience in a multi-disciplinary health/social service setting would be an asset.
• Ability to give and take direction and problem solve in a high stress environment.
• Must be able to network and plan at an intra as well as inter-agency level.
• Must be able to work independently and interdependently.

THE POD GROUP

The Pod Group (PG) is a creative consulting group that provides customized and innovative solutions to support our client's growth and ultimate success while promoting the integration of equity, diversity, inclusion and belonging in creating culture and engagement.

We balance strategy and people to help community organizations make better use of their resources by focusing on building the competencies to promote people-centric organizations.

The Pod Group has great success in serving a number of community sectors, including health, social services, developmental, housing, mental health, and community health care.

We promote a unique approach while incorporating marketing and human resources as an integral component of strategy, mission, and vision. This focus aligns strategy with the development of a culture that embraces all stakeholders and a community spirit while ensuring an effective plan that meets the requirements of the organization.