Chief Financial Officer

Taproot Community Support Services; Calgary; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A community support organization in Calgary seeks a purpose-driven Chief Financial Officer (CFO). The ideal candidate will lead financial strategy, ensuring sustainability while fostering a values-based, person-centered culture. Candidates should have a degree in finance or related field, 5+ years of executive finance experience, and strong skills in financial planning, analysis, and leadership. This is a chance to influence the growth of a social services organization with over $60 million in annual revenue.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of executive leadership experience in finance.
• Proven track record of driving financial improvements.
• Strong understanding of social services sector is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and execution of financial strategy.
• Oversee financial planning and analysis activities.
• Manage relationships with financial institutions.
• Build and lead a high-performing finance team.

Skills

Financial acumen

Analytical skills

Leadership

Communication skills

Education

Degree in finance or related field

Relevant financial certifications (CPA, CFA)

Tools

Sage Intacct

Job description

The Program

At Taproot Community Support Services were a 100 percent employee‑owned organization through an Employee Ownership Trust (EOT). Every employee is an owner from their first day with a voice in shaping Taproots future and the opportunity to share in employee ownership dividends.

As a Certified B Corporation we harness business for good. Since 1983 weve grown steadily now delivering support across Alberta British Columbia and Ontario through more than 90 contracts.

Our 700-plus employee‑owners live by five shared values : we are stronger together we lead with optimism we embrace challenges we respect every voice and we go above and beyond. Guided by these principles we deliver more than 125 community‑based services each year. We walk alongside about 1600 children youth families and people with diverse abilities with revenues exceeding $50 million.

The Position

We are seeking a purpose‑driven Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to join our Senior Management team and help shape the future of our employee‑owned social services organization which operates programs across British Columbia Alberta and Ontario. This is a rare opportunity to combine strategic influence with meaningful impact in an organization that truly puts people first. Reporting directly to the CEO and serving on the National Management Team the CFO is a trusted advisor to program leaders senior management and the Board while fostering a values‑based person‑centred culture.

We are a growing organization with over $60 million in annual revenue and consistent year‑over‑year growth of 510%.

You will lead the development and execution of our financial strategy ensuring fiscal integrity and long‑term sustainability for the organization. Serving as the organisations lead financial voice you will clearly interpret and present financial performance risks and opportunities to the CEO Board and program leaders to enable confident informed decision‑making at every level. The Controller reports directly to you and you will help coach and develop the Finance team fostering a culture of service excellence accountability and collaboration. Your work will include driving budgeting forecasting reporting and the stewardship of organisational addition you will enhance systems and processes by identifying efficiencies optimizing costs and elevating overall organisational performance.

Ideal Candidate

As the ideal candidate you will bring strong financial acumen and proven experience managing complex multi‑faceted finance functions ideally within the social services healthcare or non‑profit sectors. You will communicate complex financial information clearly turning data into actionable insights for program leaders senior management and the Board.

You will serve as the chief financial spokesperson to our 750 employee‑owners clearly communicating the organisations financial position and guiding understanding of key strategic trade‑offs among reinvestment property acquisition and employee dividends.

You will demonstrate expertise in financial planning and analysis risk management and process optimisation. As a values‑driven leader with high emotional intelligence you will champion equity inclusion and person‑centred service delivery. You will combine a strategic mindset with operational depth driving the modernisation of the finance function while maintaining stability and service quality to support the organisations long‑term success.

We seek a leader who thrives in a dynamic fast‑paced environment with a passion for refining processes driving innovation and staying curious in a culture of continuous learning.

Schedule

One (1) permanent full‑time position (40 hours per week)

Monday through Friday typically 0800-1600 (flexible)

The position is based out of either the office in Maple Ridge BC or Edmonton Alberta with remote work opportunities available.

In Your Role You Will

Strategic Leadership

Collaborate with the CEO and National Management Team to define and execute the company's financial strategy and long‑term goals.

Develop and implement strategies to optimise capital allocation cost‑effectiveness and financial sustainability.

Analyse market trends economic conditions and industry developments to identify financial risks and opportunities for growth.

Operational Excellence

Lead financial planning and analysis activities to support data‑driven decision‑making and strategic initiatives.

Manage the relationships with our financial institutions

Lead the organisations borrowing strategy including evaluating financing options negotiating loan terms and securing the best available rates and borrowing arrangements.

Provide strategic oversight of the organisations asset portfolio including real estate property equipment and investments to maximise value and minimise risk.

Review contracts to help identify cost savings

Manage the organisations insurance programmes maintaining appropriate coverage controlling costs and mitigating risk.

Ensure robust internal controls and compliance with regulatory requirements and industry standards.

Implement best practices and continuous improvement initiatives to enhance financial processes and reporting accuracy.

Financial Stewardship

Oversee the finance team and leverage the team to create operational reporting across the organisation.

Work with the Controller to manage the financial health of the organisation including financial planning reporting and cash flow management overseeing operational budgeting forecasting and financial analysis.

Collaborate with other leaders to drive business strategy and communicate financial performance to key stakeholders.

Ability to focus on the recent results and assess how this will impact the near and long term while helping the organisation identify actions needed to ensure the business exceeds its budgets.

Ensure the company remains in compliance with all requirements under our agreements with funders.

Report out quarterly and annual reports within a timely manner.

Ensure compliance with all regulations and promote transparency and accountability.

People Leadership

Build and lead a high‑performing finance team by recruiting training and mentoring staff.

Foster a culture of collaboration innovation and accountability encouraging team members to excel.

Establish clear performance metrics and regularly review progress against organisational financial goals.

• Prior to confirmation of employment all applicants must provide a copy of a current Criminal Record Check and / or Government Screening Letter. These checks vary depending on province and sector and will be communicated by the Program Hiring Team.

As An Ideal Candidate You Possess

Degree in finance accounting business administration or a related field; relevant financial certifications (CPA CFA).

Minimum of 5 years of executive leadership experience in finance preferably within the social services / healthcare / non‑profit sector.

Proven track record of driving financial improvements and achieving strategic objectives.

Strong knowledge of Sage Intacct with the ability to leverage its reporting and analytics capabilities to effectively translate key financial indicators for senior management the Board and employee stakeholders.

Familiarity with CLBC and MCFD contract reporting requirements is considered an asset.

Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.

Exceptional leadership and interpersonal skills with the ability to inspire and motivate teams.

Excellent communication skills both verbal and written with the ability to engage stakeholders at all levels.

Strong understanding of the social services sector is an asset.

We recognise that equity diversity and inclusion (EDI) is an important element in our work and in our day to day lives.

No telephone calls please. Only those candidates selected for an interview will be notified.