The Canadian Aboriginal and Minority Supplier Council (CAMSC) is a not-for-profit organization headquartered in Toronto. CAMSC is seeking an experienced, hands-on Director of Finance & Operations to lead financial management and strengthen organizational operations. The ideal candidate will have senior management experience in a dynamic setting.

The role requires outstanding organizational, communication, and leadership skills and an ability to develop innovative solutions that push boundaries.

Position Summary financial management, ensure compliance for grant-funded programs, and oversee daily operations. This senior role combines strategic financial leadership with operational oversight, managing two direct reports, vendor relationships, and execution of annual goals. The ideal candidate will possess the ability to proactively develop multi-year plans to improve efficiency, increase revenue, and reduce costs as needed in accordance with the goals in our Strategic Plan.

Scope and Responsibilities

Key responsibilities

- Oversee accounting functions: accounts payable/receivable, payroll oversight, general ledger maintenance, and month-end close.
- Prepare and present monthly and quarterly financial statements to the Executive team.
- Lead annual budget development, forecasting, and variance analysis.
- Manage grant financial reporting, restricted fund tracking, compliance, and audit preparation.
- Support fundraising with proposal budgets and sponsorship reporting.
- Implement and maintain internal controls, policies, and financial procedures.
- Supervise two direct reports; hire, train, and manage performance.
- Manage vendor relationships, contracts, procurement, and service-level expectations.
- Oversee day-to-day operations (administrative, IT, vendor services) and drive process improvements.
- Develop and track annual operational goals and lead cross-team projects.
- Responsible for the day-to-day operational activities, including staff financial management,



strategic analysis, business planning, funding agreements, and budgeting.
- Overseeing current and future capital planning and projects, including coordination with consultants and internal staff to manage projects, equipment purchases, service contracts, etc.
- Collaborating with senior managers to develop and manage the annual and multi-year budget based on the Strategic Plan, with guidance from the Executive Team. Providing support and guidance to the rest of the management team.
- Overseeing third-party service providers for information technology systems and information management systems.
- Developing and implementing policies and programs for administrative, financial, facility operations, and building security.
- Overseeing and ensuring financial reporting compliance with all granting agencies as appropriate.
- Actively participating in relevant organizational committees.
- Promoting a positive corporate culture, and experienced with employment engagement strategies.
- People leadership accountabilities for managers, contractors, and other positions as assigned.

Qualifications

- Minimum 5 years management experience in finance or operations, including supervising staff.
- Hands-on experience with month-end close, financial statements, budgeting, and forecasting.
- Experience managing grant-funded budgets and restricted fund reporting.
- Strong accounting knowledge (GAAP familiarity preferred).
- Demonstrated vendor/contract management and operational process-improvement experience.
- Proficiency with accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, NetSuite, or similar) and Excel.




- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field required.
- Excellent communication and presentation skills for non-finance audiences and boards.
- Commitment to CAMSC’s mission and values.
- Occasional travel as needed

Preferred
- Nonprofit finance experience.
- CPA, MBA, or nonprofit finance certification.
- Experience managing remote teams

Application instructions (REQUIRED) To be considered, applicants must submit all three items to [email protected]. Please use "Director Finance and Operations in the Subject line

- Resume
- Cover letter describing relevant experience and interest in CAMSC
- Answers to the screening rubric questions (concise responses, 1–3 short paragraphs each)

Screening rubric questions — required responses
- Management & leadership: Describe a specific recent example where you hired, managed, and developed a direct report who was underperforming. Actions taken and outcome?
- Finance & accounting expertise: Summarize your experience leading month‑end close, preparing financial statements, and running an annual budgeting process. Which accounting systems did you use?
- Grants & compliance: Describe your experience managing grant budgets and restricted funds; include an example of a funder report or audit you prepared or supported.
- Operations & vendor management: Provide an example of a vendor negotiation or an operational improvement you led with measurable results.
- Remote work & culture fit: Explain your experience managing remote staff and how you maintain communication, accountability, and team culture.

Application Deadline : Rolling until filled Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $85,000.00-$100,000.00 per year

Advantages

- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision care
- Work from home

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Toronto, ON M5V 2Y1

📌 Director of Finance and Operations (Toronto)
🏢 Canadian Aboriginal and Minority Supplier Council
📍 Toronto