Central 1 - Chief Financial Officer

Arlington Partners International; Toronto; On-site; CAD 145,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial institution in Toronto seeks a Chief Financial Officer to oversee fiscal effectiveness. The CFO will work closely with the Executive Leadership Team, ensuring compliance with regulations and contributing to strategic planning. Ideal candidates will have 10-15+ years of experience in leadership roles within financial services, along with a CPA and MBA. This is an excellent opportunity to lead and drive Central 1's financial strategy.

Qualifications

• 10-15+ years of leadership experience in financial services.
• Proven track record in operational management and strategic business planning.
• Experience communicating with regulators and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the Finance group for effective planning and reporting.
• Contribute to Central 1's strategic direction and financial efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and good governance.

Skills

Strategic planning

Financial control

Advanced analytics

Leadership

Client-centric approach

Education

CPA designation

MBA or master's in finance

Tools

Financial data integration

Job description

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Central 1 empowers credit unions, other financial institutions and fin-techs to deliver banking choice to Canadians. Bringing over 80 years of experience across Payments, Clearing and Settlement, and Treasury, Central 1 is trusted by more than 295 financial institutions to manage and move money securely and with confidence. Central 1 provides critical services at scale to enable a thriving credit union system by collaborating with their clients, developing strategies, products and services to support the financial well-being of their more than 5 million diverse clients in communities across Canada.

Central 1 has enabled the success of its clients for many years through uniquely combining cooperative and business leadership in how it governs, develops and delivers services. Collaboration, scale and expertise are Central 1’s competitive advantages. Holding a unique place in Canada’s banking ecosystem, owned by B.C. and Ontario credit unions, Central 1’s principles and values shine through the way it works. Central 1 holds billions in financial assets and is a preferred partner for providing exceptional financial products and innovative end-to-end payments solutions. Coast to coast, Central 1 is a preferred partner for providing exceptional financial products, to a growing range of dynamic clients, focused on innovative end-to-end payments and treasury solutions that millions count on.

Reporting to Central 1’s President and Chief Executive Officer (the “CEO”), the incoming Chief Financial Officer (the “CFO”) is a strategic business leader with a proven track record of proactive and responsible financial and operational management. An active partner to the CEO, Central 1’s Executive Leadership Team and Board of Directors, the CFO plays an integral role contributing to and delivering on Central 1’s strategic direction in a manner that strikes the right combination of financial efficiency, risk management and exceptional client experience. An inspirational leader, with the ability to open doors and build relationships with a multitude of key stakeholders, the incoming CFO understands Central 1’s business drivers and opportunities, is quick to assess changing landscapes, and develops creative and innovative solutions that reinforce and grow its market leadership. With the ability to translate long-term vision to day-to-day accountability, the CFO leads and develops Central 1’s Finance group, capable of delivering key financial and business insights and data through effective planning, reporting and forecasting that meaningfully contribute to Central 1’s business decisions and drive Central 1’s successful business and financial results.

With substantial knowledge of the financial services landscape, including understanding the importance of regulatory requirements, accountability to its clients and good governance, Central 1’s CFO effectively communicates a wide range of finance, risk and operational business matters to key internal and external stakeholders, including the CEO, Central 1’s Board of Directors and key regulators. By shining a light on what makes Central 1 unique through credible, data-supported and compelling value propositions, the CFO serves as a persuasive advocate who ensures Central 1 is the leader in empowering credit unions, fin-techs and other financial institutions who deliver banking choice to Canadians. With a high level of integrity and proven experience excelling through transformation, Central 1’s incoming CFO builds credibility and partnerships across the business and is astute at asking the right questions that drive effective decision-making in the best interests of Central 1.

A business-savvy and client-centric leader, the incoming CFO will have 10-15+ years of leadership experience as a Chief Financial Officer and / or senior financial executive in the financial services industry, along with strong strategic planning, operational / FP&A, financial control and reporting, advanced analytics and predictive modelling, financial data integration, as well as treasury expertise and a CPA designation. Experience with regulators, exposure to credit unions, knowledge about and experience within payments and treasury as well as an MBA or master’s degree in a financial discipline are all valuable assets. With outstanding business and financial acumen and the ability to assess and balance organizational risks and opportunities, the incoming Central 1 CFO will oversee Central 1’s overall fiscal effectiveness while collaboratively contributing to a highly capable Executive Leadership Team. This is an outstanding opportunity for an accomplished senior financial and business leader to contribute to Central 1’s leadership and continued success, growth and evolution in the many years ahead.

How to Apply

If you are interested in further exploring this dynamic Chief Financial Officer opportunity with Central 1, please provide your resume and a detailed cover letter . Please address your cover letter to Lisa Heidman, Founder and Chief Executive Officer, Arlington Partners International and the Central 1 Selection Committee. Your cover letter should highlight your background, connect the dots between your business and leadership experience and the key competencies outlined in this Position Profile, and should let us know why serving as the Chief Financial Officer at Central 1 resonates with you. Please send your confidential materials directly to Lisa Heidman at [e-mail].

Central 1 is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce by creating an environment where everyone feels like they belong and has the opportunity to be successful. We are welcoming of all applicants, and we will provide an accessible candidate experience.

We look forward to exploring your candidacy.

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Seniority level

Executive

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