Location: Downtown Toronto (Union Station area)

Work Arrangement: Hybrid, 3 days onsite / 2 days remote

Contract Length: 3-month contract with potential for extension

About the Prospect

Our client, a well-established non-profit organization, is seeking an experienced Director, Finance to provide leadership across financial operations, budgeting, forecasting, reporting, and financial controls. This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on finance leader who enjoys partnering with operational leaders, leading finance teams, and supporting a mission-driven organization.

The successful candidate will bring strong experience in not-for-profit financial reporting , budgeting, financial planning and analysis, and team leadership. Experience working within publicly funded organizations is highly valued.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Leadership & Reporting

- Lead the budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes across the organization.
- Prepare and oversee monthly financial reporting packages, including variance analysis and performance reporting.
- Monitor financial results, identify risks and opportunities, and provide recommendations to leadership.
- Support annual audit activities, year-end processes, and preparation of audit schedules.
- Ensure compliance with accounting standards, funding requirements, and internal financial policies.
- Provide financial analysis and decision-support to senior leadership.

Accounting & Financial Operations

- Oversee the full accounting function, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, reconciliations, month-end close,



and financial statement preparation.
- Monitor organizational cash flow and banking activities.
- Review and approve journal entries and other accounting transactions.
- Develop and enhance financial controls, policies, and procedures.
- Drive continuous improvement of financial systems, reporting processes, and operational efficiencies.

Team Leadership

- Lead, mentor, and support finance team members.
- Provide coaching, performance management, and professional development opportunities.
- Foster a collaborative, inclusive, and high-performing team workplace.
- Partner with department leaders to support budget management and financial decision-making.

Strategic Partnership

- Serve as a trusted advisor to operational and program leaders on financial matters.
- Support procurement and financial governance initiatives.
- Participate in cross-functional projects and organizational improvement initiatives.
- Contribute to organizational planning and strategic priorities as a member of the leadership team.

Qualifications

- CPA designation required.
- 5+ years of progressive leadership experience in finance and accounting.
- Experience overseeing budgeting, forecasting,



financial reporting, and audit processes.
- Strong understanding of internal controls, financial governance, and compliance.
- Demonstrated experience leading and developing finance teams.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
- Advanced proficiency with financial systems and reporting tools.

Required Experience

- Previous financial reporting experience within a non-profit organization is required.
- Experience supporting organizations with multiple programs, funding sources, or cost centers.
- Experience preparing financial reports for senior leadership, boards, funders, or external stakeholders.

Preferred Experience

- Experience working within healthcare, social services, community services, government-funded, or broader public-sector environments.
- Exposure to procurement, risk management, and organizational transformation initiatives.
- Experience working with organizations funded through provincial or government funding programs.

What You'll Bring

- Strong financial and analytical acumen.
- Ability to balance strategic thinking with hands-on execution.
- Proven leadership and people management skills.
- Exceptional organizational and problem-solving abilities.
- A collaborative approach and commitment to supporting a mission-driven organization.

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📌 Director Finance (Contract, Non-Profit) (Toronto)
🏢 Robert Half
📍 Toronto