Director of Finance - Maternity Leave

Prosserman JCC; Toronto; On-site; CAD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free JCC Membership

Generous staff discounts

Health & dental insurance

Job summary

Prosserman JCC is seeking a Finance Director on a maternity-leave basis to lead financial management for both PJCC and SRC. You will oversee the Finance team, partner with the CFO and Board, and guide budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning for a multi-million-dollar operating budget.

The role requires a CA designation or CPA, strong not-for-profit financial experience, and adeptness with both GAAP reporting and fundraising software.

Qualifications

• Oversee budgeting, long-term planning, forecasting, and capital budgeting.
• Deliver GAAP-compliant financial reporting and analysis.
• Lead a Finance team and partner with CFO, senior management, and Board.
• Experience with grants administration and fundraising tools like Blackbaud is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Oversee SRC and PJCC financial operations and Finance team.
• Coordinate annual budgeting, long-term planning, reforecasting, and capital budgeting.
• Produce monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports.
• Manage payroll, receivables, and payables.
• Ensure internal controls and GAAP compliance.

Skills

Financial management

Budgeting

GAAP reporting

Team leadership

Strategic advisory

Not-for-profit experience

Payroll systems

Grant administration

Education

CA designation or CPA

Tools

MS Office Suite

Financial systems (MIP/CSI/Concur)

Blackbaud fundraising software

Job description

JCC DIRECTOR OF FINANCE - MATERNITY LEAVE

Job Type: Full-Time 12-14 Month Term Position; Start October 19th, 2026 (In-Person Position)

Are you a passionate community connector eager to make a meaningful impact on the Jewish community? Do you have proven experience overseeing financial operations, budgeting, and team leadership at a senior level? We're looking for a Finance Director, maternity leave cover to lead the financial management and business operations of both the Prosserman JCC (PJCC) and the Schwartz/Reisman Centre (SRC), overseeing a talented Finance team and playing a key role in guiding the organization's fiscal strategy, reporting, and long-term planning. In this role, you'll partner closely with the Chief Financial Officer (CFO), Senior Management Team, and Board to ensure sound financial decision-making across a current operating budget of upwards of $35 million.

Key areas of responsibilities include:

• Oversee day-to-day financial and business operations of the SRC and PJCC, including management of the Finance team
• Lead annual budgeting, long-term planning, reforecasting, and capital budgeting
• Deliver accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports in accordance with GAAP
• Provide financial insights to the CFO, Senior Management, and Board to support decision-making
• Manage cash flow, forecasting, and departmental/project-based accounting
• Reconcile sub-ledger accounts to the general ledger
• Monitor and report on organizational investments

Audit, Compliance & Systems

• Coordinate with independent auditors to complete the annual audit
• Ensure GAAP-compliant financial recordkeeping
• Develop and maintain internal controls and financial procedures, improving systems on an ongoing basis
• Oversee payroll, benefits, receivables, and payables
• Administer grants and reporting; support departments with financial data for grant applications

Strategic Advisory & External Relations

• Advise senior management and staff on departmental budget impacts
• Support the CFO on business matters as needed
• Maintain relationships with auditors, banks, insurers, investment partners, UJA, and lay leadership
• Represent SRC/PJCC on Board committees, including Finance, and other committees as assigned

Team Leadership & Organizational Engagement

• Manage Finance staff schedules, workflow, and leave planning
• Onboard, train, and mentor staff; support growth through the Talent Management process
• Ensure staff compliance with code of conduct, policies, and health and safety standards
• Participate in meetings, committees, and community events
• Foster a culture that enhances the Jewish journey of staff, members, and guests

What do you bring?

• Qualified Canadian C.A. degree or C.G.A. designation
• 5+ years managing finance staff and finance functions listed above.
• Experience in a not-for-profit organization an asset.
• Advanced proficiency in MS Office, including Word, Excel and PowerPoint; Database Management (e.g. MIP, CSI, Magento, Concur or similar),
• Experience with Payroll systems, and Fundraising Software (e.g. Blackbaud) an asset.
• Experience with grant administration and reporting an asset.
• Excellent oral and written English language skills and a customer service mindset.
• Exceptional organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to work autonomously with key attention to detail and adherence to deadlines and process, while holding yourself and others accountable.
• A commitment to the mission, vision and values of the JCC
• A passion and connection, knowledge and understanding of Jewish and Israeli culture.

Who We Are:

The Jewish Community Centre (JCC) is more than just a workplace - it's a vibrant hub of culture, connection, and community. As one of the largest engagement platforms in the Greater Toronto Area, we offer a diverse range of programs, including arts, fitness, education, daycare, summer camps, and more. We are on a transformative path to become the beating heart of Jewish life in the region. Join us in shaping the future of the JCC experience for 75,000+ people annually!

• Free JCC Membership - Access to our fitness centers, classes, and programs.
• Generous Staff Discounts - On summer camps, swimming lessons, personal training, and more.
• Comprehensive Health & Dental Insurance - 75% of the premium covered by the JCC.
• Paid Time Off (PTO) - Vacation, sick days, Jewish holidays, and statutory holidays.
• Work-Life Balance - A flexible, people-centered work environment that values your well-being.

We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and experiences-don't self-select out if you don't meet every requirement. If this role excites you, we want to hear from you!