Director Of Finance And Administration

Seeking a Director of Finance for a 6-month contract with one of our fantastic clients in the broader public sector. Lead strategic financial planning, ensure compliance, and manage risks. CPA designation and nonprofit experience preferred. Join us in making an impact on Ontario's arts community. Apply now.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Identify and manage IT and cybersecurity risks and liabilities.
• Provide strategic financial leadership by preparing and presenting financial reports to the Finance Committee and Board of Directors.
• Collaborate with the Program Director to ensure smooth financial operations and advise on key financial matters.
• Recruit, train, supervise, coach, and evaluate the Finance staff.
• Ensure compliance with accounting principles, contractual and legal obligations, and internal policies.
• Collaborate with users and Senior Leadership to find cost-effective technological solutions.
• Establish and enforce IT policies and procedures.
• Develop and enforce finance policies across all operations and communicate key financial risks and risk mitigation strategies.
• Monitor and report strategic financial and administrative metrics to the Executive Director.
• Oversee annual financial and funder audits.
• Provide leadership and guidance to Finance staff in multiple offices.
• Monitor and optimize cash flow while balancing cash needs.
• Monitor and report on financial cost-share commitments and oversee budget development for project proposals.
• Guide discussions on long-term financial sustainability, including economic dependence and reserve planning.
• Oversee information systems management and implement digital transformation plans.
• Ensure appropriate insurance coverage for global operations.
• Ensure timely and accurate reporting to institutional and private donors.
• Manage financial risk and contract obligations, review legal contracts, and negotiate service contracts with suppliers.

Qualifications and Skills

• Experience in the broader public sector is required.
• Passion for growth, innovation, and adaptability to change.
• People leadership skills, including coaching and performance management.
• Ability to provide strategic and operational leadership and implement effective policies.
• High level of competence with technology.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and cultural sensitivity.
• CPA designation is required
• Five to eight years of related experience, at the finance director level.

Education

• Post secondary education in Commerce, Accounting, Finance or other related studies.