Are you an experienced financial leader who thrives on building strong systems, clear insights, and strategic advice for senior leaders? Capitalize for Kids (C4K) is seeking a thoughtful and results-oriented Director, Finance to shape and steward the organization’s financial foundation in a dynamic, growth-oriented environment. You are comfortable moving between day‑to‑day financial operations and high‑level analysis, leading budgeting and cash flow planning, advising senior leadership and the Board, and strengthening the controls and systems that support organizational performance. Reporting to the President &

• CEO, this newly created role carries broad responsibility for C4K’s financial operations, including full‑cycle accounting and financial reporting, budgeting and planning, internal controls and risk (including technology and privacy), payroll, audit and tax, and financial support for fundraising. The Director will be a key contributor to C4K’s mission to strengthen the child and youth mental health sector by ensuring financial integrity, operational efficiency, effective risk mitigation, and sustainable organizational growth. This is a hands‑on leadership role that moves fluidly between day‑to‑day transactional work and high‑level strategic analysis and planning, shaping the financial foundation of a dynamic, growing organization making a meaningful difference for kids and families across Canada. Capitalize for Kids is a national charity dedicated to making the community child and youth mental health system work better for kids and families, so more children and youth can access urgent and expert mental health care. Supervise and review the work of the part‑time Bookkeeper, including transaction entry and coding, accounts payable and receivable processing, bank reconciliations, and payroll. Ensure timely month‑end close, financial reporting and analysis to the Senior Leadership Team (SLT), Finance &

• Audit Committee, and Board. Configure and maintain financial systems (primarily QuickBooks Online or "QBO") for accurate fund accounting, restricted donation tracking, and management reporting. Ensure compliance with ASNPO accounting standards,



including accurate deferred revenue recognition and fund accounting. Continuously strengthen and improve internal controls, operational efficiency, and financial policies. Budgeting &

• Cash Flow Management Lead multi‑year budget development and planning in collaboration with the CEO, Chief Development Officer and Chief Impact Officer. actual performance for each line of business, revenue stream, and organization‑wide. Provide monthly cash flow forecasts and short‑term investment recommendations to maximize return on capital. Compliance, Audit &

• Tax Prepare year‑end audit working papers, financial statements, and supporting documentation

• Ensure compliance with all legislative, regulatory, and contractual requirements, e.g., annual corporate returns, income tax (T3010, 1044, T2), HST remittances and rebate claims, payroll tax remittances, and year‑end T4 preparation. Serve as primary staff partner to the Chair of Finance &

• Audit Committee, providing clear and timely information to support effective governance. Establish appropriate controls and procedures for donation deposits and tax receipting, ensuring compliance with CRA regulations. Leading financial risk management, and in partnership with the CEO, assisting with the organization enterprise risk management approach, including policy development and controls adherence. Oversee, in collaboration with the Chief Information Security Officer, the implementation of C4K’s cybersecurity action plan and track cybersecurity risks. Oversee the implementation of system upgrades and improvements to mitigate cybersecurity risks. Coordinate with internal leads and external vendors to support implementation of the system upgrades and improvements. Prepare and present monthly financial reports,



analysis and insights to the Senior Leadership Team and Finance &

• Audit Committee.

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Finance & Audit Committee and Board meetings, providing relevant materials to support financial governance and oversight. Directly supervise, mentor, and support the part‑time Bookkeeper; ensuring strong performance, accountability, and work quality. Advises the CEO and Audit Chair on financial strategy, reserves, resource allocation and long term planning to ensure C4K meets its strategic imperatives.

Serve as a credible and confident ambassador for C4K’s mission, vision, and values. Flexible and responsive, including availability for some evenings and weekends as needed Committed to equity, inclusion, and making a positive difference High emotional intelligence, intellectual curiosity, and a cooperative approach to decision‑making A personal motivation aligned with C4K's mission - success for the organization, the communities served, and the children and families who depend on that work MS Office365 (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) QuickBooks Online Raiser's Edge or similar donor database management system Excellent knowledge of not‑for‑profit accounting standards, CRA requirements, and Board reporting Experience overseeing financial systems and technology vendors with an understanding of cybersecurity controls, plus data protection practices Hybrid work model: primarily office‑based 2 days per week, with occasional onsite support as needed at key events. Periodic increased workload or tight deadlines during audit, budgeting and post event cycles.

Work is performed in a climate‑controlled office. Capitalize for Kids welcomes and encourages applications from all qualified individuals including, but not limited to women, Indigenous persons, racialized persons, persons with disabilities and persons of all sexual orientations and/or gender identities. Capitalize for Kids is an equal opportunity employerand is committed to an inclusive, barrier‑free recruitment and selection process.

Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the interview process. #

📌 Manager, Financial Planning & Analysis, Commercial (Toronto)
🏢 Capitalize for Kids
📍 Toronto