Director, Finance & Operations - Permanent - 19320

LRO Staffing; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation package

Job summary

LRO Staffing is assisting a client in Ottawa to find a Director of Finance & Operations. This full-time role leads financial strategy, accounting, and governance for a globally engaged not-for-profit with donor and government funding.

The position emphasizes collaboration, process improvement, and strong financial stewardship. The successful candidate will manage budgeting, financial reporting, audits, and compliance while partnering with executives and funders in a dynamic, culture-first

Qualifications

• Completed education in Finance, Business Administration, or an equivalent stream.
• 5+ years of experience in Accounting & Finance in a Senior role.
• Experience in international Not-for-Profit sector and with government funding.
• Proficient with Microsoft Excel and data analysis.

Responsibilities

• Manage General Ledger and accounting duties.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and reports.
• Coordinate budgeting and financial forecasts; analyze variances.
• Oversee local and international project financials and cash flow.
• Liaise with donors, government grants, and Global Affairs Canada.
• Ensure compliance, audit readiness, and reporting to stakeholders.

Skills

Communication skills

Problem solving

Highly organized

Interpersonal skills

Self-starter

Collaborative

Education

Finance or Business Administration degree

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

About The Opportunity

Our internationally recognized client located in central Ottawa is looking for a Director of Finance & Operations to join their progressive, people & culture-first organization on a full-time, permanent basis. This organization fosters a collaborative space that promotes professional growth, while offering a competitive compensation package and positive work culture.

Duties include but are not limited to:

• Management of General Ledger and related accounting duties
• Financial reporting and production of financial statements- prepare monthly, quarterly and annual reports while ensuring accuracy
• Assisting in the coordination and preparation of budget and financial forecasts as well as analyze variances on projects, local and international
• Oversee local and international project management cycle, including cash flow management of project-based financials
• Working closely with donors and government grants, as well as Global Affairs Canada
• Maintain rigorous record-keeping and compliance for donations and gifts
• Oversee changes in foreign currencies and currency fluctuations
• Benefits & Pension Administration for all eligible employees
• Submission of tax remittances
• Coordination and preparation of budget and financial forecasts, institute and maintain planning and control procedures and analyze report variances
• Preparing Month and Year End closing, ensuring completeness, accuracy, and proper documentation
• Liaising with auditors, take an active role in internal and external Audit, providing required reporting
• Ensuring financial compliance as well as implementation of process improvements, monitoring for accurate and successful execution
• Provide representation and work directly with the union on all matters
• Build and promote strong relationships with funders, partners, and community while representing the core values of the organization
• Lead the organization's financial stewardship framework for international partnerships, including financial due diligence, risk assessment, partner capacity strengthening, audit follow-up, and continuous improvement of financial management systems
• Provide strategic financial leadership for institutional donor proposal development, budget negotiations, contribution agreement implementation, and financial close-out of major grants
• Provide contributions and recommendations regarding financial and operational aspects of the organization, communicating with Senior Management on strategic initiatives
• Provide Financial updates to Executive Director, Board members, committees, and more, offering insights on financial health, risk mitigation
• Oversee and provide support to Accounting & HR
• Participate in other active projects and ad hoc reporting as needed

About You

The successful candidate will have the following:

• Completed education in Finance, Business Administration, or an equivalent stream
• 5+ years of experience in Accounting & Finance in a Senior role
• Previous experience in the international Not for Profit sector
• Previous experience dealing with government funding
• Proficient with Microsoft Excel
• Strong oral, written, and communication skills (English essential)
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Highly organized, strong attention to detail
• Excellent interpersonal skills, self-starter, collaborative

About the Job

The salary band for this role is $100,000 to $115,000 depending on relevant previous experience.

Please note that all candidates must be permitted to work in Canada to be considered for this opportunity.