Chief Financial Officer

Dawn Recruiting Agency; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Our client, a community-based not-for-profit in Peel Region, seeks a Chartered Professional Accountant to serve as Chief Financial Officer. The CFO will partner with the CEO and Directors to manage budgets, grants, and fundraising processes, and will influence organizational strategy and governance.

The role requires strong leadership, financial reporting, audit coordination, and the ability to translate financial data into strategic decisions for impact-focused programs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business, finance or accounting required.
• CPA designation required.
• Minimum five years of not-for-profit finance leadership experience.
• Knowledge of government and funder reporting structures.
• Strong interpersonal, communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day financial operations, grants accounting and reporting.
• Oversee budgeting, forecasting and financial planning with CEO/Directors.
• Coordinate annual audit, liaise with external auditors and funders.
• Develop and implement policies and procedures for finance.

Skills

Not-for-profit finance leadership

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Finance or Accounting

CPA designation

Job description

Our client is a growing, community-based organization that provides support for youth in the Region of Peel. They are a leading organization recognized for their commitment to providing youth with the resources and services to help them achieve independence and growth. The organization is looking for passionate people to join their vision and mission! Are you passionate about accounting and supporting vulnerable youth? The Pod Group is partnering with this amazing organization to place a resourceful, hands-on, and organized individual to fulfill the role of Chief Financial Officer.

The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) reports to the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and serves as a member of the Leadership Team. The CFO will be responsible for the day-to-day operations, data entry, grant report entry, managing the organization’s fundraising functions, and helping to create organizational and program budgets in collaboration with the CEO and Directors. This position also contributes to the development and implementation of organizational strategies, policies and practices.

Financial Management

Analyze and present financial reports in an accurate and timely manner; clearly communicate monthly and annual financial statements; collate financial reporting materials for all funder and donor segments, and oversee all financial, project/program and grants accounting.

• Coordinate and lead the annual audit process, liaise with external auditors and the finance committee of the board of directors.
• Oversee and lead the annual budgeting and planning process in conjunction with the CEO; administer and review all financial plans and budgets; monitor progress and changes; and keep the leadership team informed of the organization’s financial status.
• Participate as a member of the bargaining table during the collective bargaining process.
• Manage organizational cash flow and forecasting.

• Implement a contracts management and financial management/ reporting system; ensure that the contract billing is adhered to.
• Update and implement all necessary business policies and accounting practices; improve the finance department’s overall policy and procedure manual.

• In collaboration with the CEO & Treasurer, communicate and present the financial matters to the board of directors.
• Monitor all fundraising and accounting systems and procedures, capturing pledges, receipts and thank you letters. Recording and allocating all revenue transactions.

• Prepare monthly and quarterly assessments and forecasts of the organization's financial performance against budget, financial and operational goals.
• Conduct monthly reviews of funder allocations.
• Review monthly budget to actual for specific programs and assist managers in managing their budgets.
• Ensure the reconciliation of monthly activity; petty cash, fundraising and accounting systems.
• Prepare and support team with program budgets for funder applications.
• Prepare and report financial deliverables as required.

Financial Administration

• Coordinate the materials for the Finance Committee; scheduling, preparing agenda, minutes and reporting package.
• Drive initiatives in the management team and organizationally that contribute to long-term operational excellence.
• Supervision of staff as required.
• Liaison with CEO to assist in the development of strategic plans for operational activity. Implement and manage operational plans.
• Contribute to short and long-term organizational planning and strategy as a member of the management team.
• Support the organization's fundraising targets through funding applications, special events, etc.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Minimum five (5) years experience working in a not-for-profit in a finance leadership role.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Finance or Accounting or required field.
• Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) designation is required.
• Knowledge of government and funder agency structures, procedures and reporting.

• Experience developing fundraising strategies, grant applications and project proposals that provide core program/organization support is an asset.
• Strong interpersonal, communication and organizational skills.

• Highly organized, analytical and detail oriented.
• Excellent time-management skills with the ability to simultaneously manage multiple projects and meet deadlines in a fast pace, community environment.

OUR COMMITMENT TO EDIB

The success of an organization stems from a team that is aligned with its mission and vision, where decisions are made in the best interests of the clients they serve and the marginalized and vulnerable populations across our communities.

Through this effort, all team members embrace their roles in the organization with respect and dignity for all stakeholders. Through these partnerships, everyone is focused on ensuring a commitment and responsibility toward anti-racism, anti-oppression, equity, diversity, inclusivity, and belonging.

OUR PARTNERSHIP

The Pod Group (PG) connects candidates with amazing career opportunities in Ontario! We collaborate extensively with not-for-profit and community-based organizations, including health, social services, developmental, housing, mental health, and community health care. We promote a unique candidate experience that integrates equity, diversity, inclusion and belonging in our engagement with candidates. Our recruitment strategy focuses on learning more about your career goals and aligning your passion with mission-driven work. We thank you for your interest in applying!