FINANCE DIRECTOR, ONTARIO NATURE Position: Finance Director Employee Location: Ontario (work remotely from any location in Ontario) This position may work remotely from any location within Ontario understanding there are times when working from the Toronto office will be required along with attendance at board meetings, workshops and staff gatherings both within and outside of the GTA.

Ontario

Nature is a charitable organization dedicated to protecting wild species and wild spaces through conservation, education and public engagement. The organization is entering a new phase with a focus on strengthening financial sustainability, operational effectiveness and long-term impact. Lead all aspects of financial management, including budgeting, forecasting, reporting, cash flow management, payroll oversight and financial controls Oversee the annual audit process and ensure compliance with regulatory and reporting requirements Develop and strengthen financial systems, processes and internal controls Provide oversight of grants, restricted funding, bequests, estates, fund accounting, and related compliance and reporting requirements Manage and mentor finance staff Contribute to organizational planning and decision-making as a member of the leadership team Partner with program and development teams to improve financial planning, align budgets with funding strategies, and distinguish secured revenue from funding pipelines Develop financial dashboards and performance reporting that connect resources, financial health, and conservation outcomes for leadership and the Board Oversee financial risk management,



organizational insurance programs and related policies that support organizational resilience Lead mission-driven financial intelligence Support organizational resilience through evidence-based financial planning Significant senior finance experience leading all financial functions Experience in nonprofit, charitable or public sector organizations is strongly preferred Strong knowledge of accounting standards and regulatory requirements applicable to charities and nonprofits Experience leading financial systems implementation, innovating financial practices and process transformation initiatives is strongly preferred Proven experience with budgeting, audit and Board-level reporting Strategic thinker with the ability to translate financial data into clear, actionable insights that inform strategic and operational decisions Ability to communicate financial performance through explicit, compelling narratives, tailored to Board members, donors and non-financial individuals Ontario Nature is committed to workplace equity and welcomes applications from individuals who reflect the diversity of communities we serve.

We encourage applications from people who are Indigenous, racialized, 2SLGBTQIA+, women, persons with disabilities and others with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with diverse communities. We are committed to inclusive, barrier‑free recruitment, selection processes and work environments in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Requests for disability‑related accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process.

📌 Finance Manager (Home-based) (Ontario)
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📍 Ontario