Company: Rwandan Canadian Healing Centre (RCHC)

Location: Toronto, Ontario

Job Type: Part time

Schedule: Approximately 4 hours per week

Work Arrangement: To be confirmed

Reports To: Executive Director

About the Rwandan Canadian Healing Centre

The Rwandan Canadian Healing Centre (RCHC) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting newcomers and refugees through transitional housing, employment assistance, community programs, and initiatives that promote stability, inclusion, and independence.

Our organization is committed to responsible financial management, transparency, and accountability to ensure that our resources effectively support the individuals and communities we serve.

Position Overview

RCHC is seeking an experienced, detail-oriented, and highly organized Finance Director to oversee the organization's financial operations, bookkeeping, financial reporting, budgeting, payroll, and regulatory compliance.

The successful candidate will play an important role in maintaining accurate financial records, strengthening internal controls, improving financial processes, and supporting informed organizational decision-making.

Working closely with the Executive Director, Board of Directors, Program Manager, and other team members, the Finance Director will help ensure responsible stewardship of organizational resources and the long-term financial sustainability of RCHC.

This position is ideal for a finance or accounting professional who demonstrates strong technical expertise, sound judgment, independence, and an interest in contributing to a mission-driven nonprofit organization.

Key Responsibilities

1. Financial Reporting and Budget Management

- Prepare accurate and timely financial reports for the Executive Director, Board of Directors, and relevant program leads.
- Monitor organizational revenue, expenditures, cash flow, and overall financial performance.
- Develop and maintain annual organizational budgets in collaboration with leadership.
- Prepare financial forecasts and identify potential financial risks, needs, and opportunities.
- Compile annual financial information and reports for funders, donors, auditors, and other stakeholders.
- Develop and maintain practical financial dashboards and reporting tools where appropriate.
- Provide financial analysis and recommendations to support organizational planning and decision-making.

2. Bookkeeping and Financial Administration

- Maintain accurate, complete, and organized financial records.
- Record and categorize financial transactions in accordance with established accounting procedures.
- Ensure invoices, receipts, reimbursements, and other financial documentation are properly maintained.
- Initiate, document, and organize payments for approved organizational and program expenses.
- Perform or oversee bank reconciliations and month-end and year-end financial processes.
- Maintain and troubleshoot integrations between accounting, banking, payroll, and other financial systems.
- Ensure financial records are properly organized and available for authorized review.

3. Banking and Cash Flow Management

- Oversee organizational bank and investment accounts.
- Monitor account balances, cash flow, and upcoming financial obligations.
- Ensure organizational funds are managed in accordance with approved budgets, internal policies, and funding restrictions.
- Maintain appropriate financial controls and authorization procedures.




- Identify opportunities to improve financial efficiency while maintaining accountability and transparency.
- Support responsible cash management and financial planning.

4. Payroll, Tax Filing, and Regulatory Compliance

- Process payroll and employee expense reimbursements accurately and on time.
- Prepare and issue required employee tax documentation.
- Coordinate annual Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) filings and other applicable nonprofit or charitable reporting requirements.
- Maintain documentation required for financial audits, regulatory filings, and organizational reviews.
- Support compliance with applicable payroll, taxation, funding, and financial reporting requirements.
- Coordinate with external accountants, auditors, and other financial professionals when required.
- Ensure appropriate confidentiality and security of financial and employee information.

5. Financial Systems and Process Improvement

- Review existing financial procedures and identify opportunities for improvement.
- Develop and maintain efficient, transparent, and practical financial management systems.
- Establish clear procedures for expense tracking, reimbursements, payment approvals, budgeting, and reporting.
- Improve financial documentation and recordkeeping practices.
- Support the integration and effective use of accounting and financial management software.
- Develop scalable financial processes that support RCHC's operational needs and continued growth.

6. Financial Leadership and Organizational Collaboration

- Provide financial guidance and recommendations to the Executive Director and Board of Directors.
- Communicate financial information clearly to individuals without an accounting or finance background.
- Collaborate with program staff to support budget monitoring and responsible expenditure management.
- Contribute financial insight to organizational planning and strategic discussions.
- Support financial accountability across programs and operational activities.
- Promote a culture of transparency, accuracy, and responsible financial stewardship.

Qualifications and Experience

Required Qualifications

- Demonstrated professional experience in accounting, bookkeeping, financial management, or nonprofit financial administration.
- Strong working knowledge of QuickBooks or comparable accounting software.
- Experience preparing financial reports, budgets, reconciliations, and financial records.
- Familiarity with payroll processing, CRA reporting, and applicable Canadian financial requirements.
- Strong understanding of financial controls, documentation, and accounting procedures.
- Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
- Ability to work independently, prioritize responsibilities, and meet reporting deadlines.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to explain financial information clearly to non-financial stakeholders.
- Demonstrated integrity, discretion, and ability to handle confidential financial information.
- Ability to collaborate effectively with organizational leadership and external financial professionals.

Preferred Qualifications





- Post-secondary education in accounting, finance, business administration, or a related field.
- Professional accounting or financial management qualifications.
- Previous experience working with nonprofit organizations, charities, or community-based organizations.
- Experience preparing financial information for boards of directors, funders, or external auditors.
- Familiarity with nonprofit financial reporting, funding restrictions, and compliance requirements.
- Experience developing or improving accounting systems and internal financial processes.

Equivalent combinations of education, professional training, and relevant experience will be considered.

Key Competencies

The successful candidate will demonstrate:

- Financial Stewardship: Responsible, transparent, and effective management of organizational resources.
- Accuracy and Attention to Detail: Commitment to maintaining reliable financial records and identifying discrepancies.
- Financial Analysis: Ability to interpret financial information and provide practical recommendations.
- Integrity and Confidentiality: High ethical standards and responsible handling of sensitive information.
- Organization and Accountability: Strong time management, documentation, and follow-through.
- Systems Thinking: Ability to develop efficient and sustainable financial processes.
- Communication: Ability to present financial information clearly and professionally.
- Collaboration: Ability to work effectively with leadership, staff, board members, and external professionals.

Working Environment

- Part-time position based in Toronto, Ontario.
- Approximately 4 hours per week.
- Regular collaboration with the Executive Director and other organizational stakeholders.
- Responsibilities involving financial oversight, reporting, bookkeeping, and compliance.
- Independent work requiring sound judgment, confidentiality, and accountability.

Why Join RCHC?

- Contribute your financial expertise to an organization making a meaningful difference in the lives of newcomers and refugees.
- Support the financial sustainability and growth of a mission-driven nonprofit organization.
- Work directly with organizational leadership and contribute to important financial decisions.
- Help develop efficient, transparent, and practical financial management systems.
- Apply your professional experience to initiatives that support community stability and inclusion.

How to Apply

Interested candidates are invited to submit:

- An updated résumé highlighting relevant accounting, financial management, and nonprofit-sector experience.
- A brief cover letter explaining their interest in the position and how their professional background aligns with RCHC's mission.

Application Method: Apply directly through Indeed.

Equity and Accessibility

RCHC is committed to maintaining an inclusive, equitable, and accessible recruitment process.

We welcome applications from qualified individuals of diverse professional and cultural backgrounds.

Applicants requiring accommodations during the recruitment process are encouraged to communicate their needs so that appropriate arrangements can be made.

Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Rwandan Canadian Healing Centre (RCHC)

Rémunération : 25,02$ à 80,14$ par heure

Heures prévues : 4.0 par semaine

Avantages :

- Tenue Décontractée

Lieu du poste : Télétravail hybride à Toronto, ON (Toronto District)

📌 Finance Director (Toronto)
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