Director of Finance

the Finance Group; London; On-site; CAD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

the Finance Group is seeking an Interim Director of Finance to provide senior financial leadership during a period of organizational transition in Canada. This role will ensure continuity of the finance function, lead the finance team hands-on, and support broader financial transformation as the organization strengthens its financial operations.

The incumbent will partner with senior leadership and the Finance Committee on financial matters, oversee budgeting, forecasting, cash flow, month-end

Qualifications

• CPA designation is required.
• Senior leadership experience at Director/Controller level.
• Experience leading finance teams through organizational change.
• Strong experience in reporting, budgeting, forecasting, cash flow, and operational finance.
• Nonprofit sector experience is a significant asset.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and oversight of the finance function.
• Partner with senior leadership and the Finance Committee on financial matters.
• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, cash flow, financial reporting, month-end, and year-end activities.
• Maintain continuity of finance operations during a period of transition.
• Review financial processes, controls, and reporting practices and identify areas for improvement.
• Identify immediate financial and operational risks and establish priorities.
• Lead, mentor, and support the finance team.
• Support knowledge transfer and assess future finance team requirements.
• Identify opportunities to improve finance systems, reporting, and operational efficiency.
• Support broader finance transformation initiatives and the transition to longer-term financial leadership.

Skills

Senior finance leadership

Financial controls & risk management

Change management

Board/Finance committee collaboration

Education

CPA designation

Job description

Contract: Interim, expected through the end of 2026, with potential to transition into a permanent full-time role

the Finance Group is hiring an experienced Interim Director of Finance to provide senior financial leadership during a period of organizational transition.

This individual will ensure continuity of the finance function, provide hands‑on leadership to the finance team, and support the organization as it strengthens its financial operations and prepares for longer‑term transformation.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and oversight of the finance function.
• Partner with senior leadership and the Finance Committee on financial matters.
• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, cash flow, financial reporting, month‑end, and year‑end activities.
• Maintain continuity of finance operations during a period of transition.
• Review financial processes, controls, and reporting practices and identify areas for improvement.
• Identify immediate financial and operational risks and establish priorities.
• Lead, mentor, and support the finance team.
• Support knowledge transfer and assess future finance team requirements.
• Identify opportunities to improve finance systems, reporting, and operational efficiency.
• Support broader finance transformation initiatives and the transition to longer‑term financial leadership.

Qualifications

• CPA designation is required
• Senior finance leadership experience at the Director of Finance, Controller, or similar level
• Previous nonprofit experience would be a significant asset
• Strong experience across financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, cash flow, and operational finance.
• Experience leading finance teams through organizational change or transformation.
• Strong understanding of financial controls, processes, and risk management.
• Comfortable partnering with senior leadership, Finance Committees, and Boards.
• Hands‑on, adaptable, and able to quickly assess priorities in a changing environment.

This is an opportunity for an experienced finance leader to make an immediate impact during a key period of transition, with the potential for the contract to evolve into a permanent full‑time opportunity.