Director of Finance (Hybrid - T-Bay)

Ontario Native Women's Association; Northwestern Ontario; On-site; CAD 135,000 - 152,000; Full time

Job summary

A community-focused organization in Northwestern Ontario seeks a Director of Finance to oversee financial activities, including planning and reporting. This leadership role requires a strong background in accounting and experience in not-for-profit governance. The ideal candidate will have excellent communication skills and be passionate about supporting Indigenous communities. Remuneration ranges from $135,300 to $151,630 based on experience and includes comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Competitive salaries

Generous paid vacation time

Comprehensive benefits program

Paid sick days

Flexible scheduling

Ongoing professional development

Qualifications

• Minimum of 7 years experience in senior management within not-for-profit sector.
• Expert knowledge of GAAP and not-for-profit governance.
• Experience working with Boards of Directors.

Responsibilities

• Oversee ONWA's financial activities including planning and reporting.
• Develop and implement financial policies.
• Provide strategic financial advice to management.

Skills

Bachelors degree in accounting, Business, Finance or related field

Professional Accounting Designation (CPA, CA, CMA, CGA)

Ability to prepare financial statements

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Valid Ontario G drivers license

Fluency in English

Education

Bachelors degree in accounting, Business, Finance or related field

Professional Accounting Designation (CPA, CA, CMA, CGA)

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Cloud-based enterprise management and accounting software

Job description

Overview

Job Description

Salary: Hiring Range : $135,300 - $151,630 DOE

Why make ONWA your career choice?

Make a difference in the lives of Indigenous peoples by supporting and advocating for positive change. ONWA prides itself on providing all employees with a total rewards package that is generous and supports our workforce and their family members :

• Competitive salaries
• Generous paid vacation time
• Paid time off at Christmas above paid vacation time
• Additional paid stat and civic holidays
• 35 hour work week
• Comprehensive benefits program including health, paramedical, dental, vision and EAP. All premiums covered by the employer
• Healthcare Spending Account and Lifestyle Spending Account
• Competitive Retirement Savings Plan
• Paid sick days
• Paid cultural / personal wellness days
• Flexible scheduling to support work-life balance
• Ongoing professional development.
• Possible reimbursement on portion of cell phone and internet expenses
• Remote / hybrid work offered for various positions
• Paid management days

VISION :

At the Ontario Native Womens Association (ONWA), we celebrate and honour the safety and healing of Indigenous Women and Girls as they take up their leadership roles in the family, community, provincially, nationally and internationally for generations to come.

SCOPE :

Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer, the Director of Finance is part of the Senior Management team and oversees ONWAs financial activities, including financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and reporting. Key duties include developing and implementing financial policies, managing the finance team, ensuring regulatory compliance, analyzing financial performance, and providing strategic financial advice to management to support ONWAs success.

Qualifications

• SKILLS
• Bachelors degree in accounting, Business, Finance or related field
• Professional Accounting Designation (CPA, CA, CMA, CGA)
• Ability to prepare financial statements and monitor performance against department plans and budgets
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, and the ability to navigate complex stakeholder environments.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook), databases, and data analysis tools.
• Valid Ontario G drivers license, reliable vehicle and appropriate insurance.
• KNOWLEDGE
• Knowledge of Indigenous Culture, Traditions, and Indigenous Community
• Understanding of Indigenous communities in Ontario, including the cultural, social, and historical contexts affecting Indigenous women.
• Knowledge of not-for-profit governance and experience working with Boards of Directors.
• Minimum of 7 years experience in senior level management within the not-for-profit and charity industry, ideally with some of that experience in Indigenous organizations.
• Advanced knowledge of GAAP, provincial, federal legislation, and not-for-profit governance.
• Expert knowledge of the Province of Ontario Not for Profit Corporations Act, as well as Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) for Not-for-Profits, and Charities
• Expert knowledge of established cloud-based enterprise management and accounting software.
• Ability to effectively communicate and present the critical financial matters to the CEO and a volunteer board of directors.
• Experience in supporting strategic planning and development of multi-year work plans.
• Fluency in written and spoken English. The ability to speak an Indigenous Language is considered an asset.
• ATTITUDES
• Highly motivated, able to work independently and collaboratively, manage competing priorities, and meet strict deadlines.
• Must be willing and able to work within a flexible hybrid (remote / in-office) model based on operational needs and will be determined by ONWA.
• Willingness to travel as required.
• Current, valid vulnerable sector check.
• VALUES
• Passionate about advancing the rights and well-being of Indigenous women and communities.
• Role model the application of ONWAs foundational Indigenous teachings in a professional context, i.e. respect, effective work practices, commitment, integrity.

Please know, this is an existing role we are looking to fill.

The full salary range for this role is $135,300 - $167,959 ONWA conducts annual performance reviews, and employees may be eligible for salary adjustments based on performance outcomes and available funding.

We welcome applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

If you would like to learn more about the job, please send us an email .