About the Organization

Our client is a well-established international non-profit organization with a strong reputation for operational excellence, accountability, and people-first leadership.

Operating within a complex international environment, the organization supports meaningful global initiatives through strong financial stewardship, responsible governance, and collaborative leadership.

The organization values integrity, inclusion, innovation, and continuous improvement, and is committed to fostering an inclusive and high-performing workplace culture.

About the Role

As the Director of Finance and Administration, you will serve as a key member of the leadership team, overseeing financial operations, organizational reporting, compliance, budgeting, audit coordination, risk management, and administrative infrastructure.

This role requires a strategic finance leader who can confidently operate within a complex international NGO environment while supporting both Canadian operations and broader global reporting relationships.

The successful candidate will bring experience navigating multi-stakeholder environments, international financial structures, and cross‑functional collaboration within globally connected organizations.

Working closely with executive leadership, the Director of Finance and Administration will help strengthen financial systems, support organizational decision‑making, and ensure solid governance, compliance, and operational effectiveness across the organization.

This opportunity is ideal for someone who enjoys balancing high‑level strategy with hands‑on operational leadership and is comfortable working within internationally connected reporting structures, global financial frameworks, and evolving organizational priorities.

Key Responsibilities

- Provide strategic financial leadership and long‑term planning support
- Lead budgeting, forecasting,



financial modelling, and reporting processes
- Oversee accounting operations, audit coordination, tax compliance, and internal controls
- Support Board and Finance Committee reporting and governance activities
- Strengthen financial systems, reporting tools, and operational infrastructure
- Partner cross‑functionally to support organizational decision‑making
- Lead, mentor, and develop the Finance and Administration team
- Support organizational modernization and process improvement initiatives
- Ensure compliance with applicable Canadian accounting standards and regulatory requirements

Qualifications

- CPA designation or equivalent professional accounting credential
- Senior‑level finance leadership experience within complex organisations
- Strong background in budgeting, audit management, compliance, and financial reporting
- Experience working with executive leadership teams, Boards, or Finance Committees
- Proven people leadership and team development experience
- Strong communication, relationship‑building, and stakeholder management skills
- Experience within non‑profit, NGO, international, or mission‑driven organisations is considered a strong asset
- Experience with systems transformation, ERP implementation, or operational modernization is considered an asset

Working Model

- Hybrid work environment based in Toronto or Montreal
- Approximately 40% onsite presence required
- Occasional evening meetings and limited travel may be required

Compensation and Benefits

- Competitive senior leadership compensation
- Comprehensive health and dental benefits
- Flexible hybrid work environment
- Generous vacation, time off and wellness offerings

Outlined Careers and our client are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates participating in all aspects of the selection process.

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📌 Director of Finance And Administration (Toronto)
🏢 Outlined Careers
📍 Toronto