Finance Director

Baker Tilly Victoria Ltd.; Victoria; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Finance Director to lead financial operations for a meaningful mission. This pivotal role involves producing accurate financial statements, managing financial workflows, and providing strategic analysis to optimize resource deployment. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in financial management, preferably within a non-profit or faith-based context, and will be committed to integrity and excellence. Join this dynamic team to make a significant impact in the community while enjoying a supportive work environment with excellent benefits.

Benefits

Company Pension

Dental Care

Disability Insurance

Extended Health Care

Flexible Schedule

On-site Parking

Paid Time Off

Vision Care

Professional Development

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in financial management, preferably in a non-profit or faith organization.
• Strong understanding of budgeting, reporting, and audits.

Responsibilities

• Produce accurate financial statements reflecting the organization's performance.
• Manage finance function workflow, projects, and staff effectively.
• Establish and maintain financial control frameworks.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Process Optimization

Problem-solving

Attention to Detail

Integrity

Self-starter

Education

Postsecondary Education in Accounting

CPA Designation

Job description

At Baker Tilly, we are committed to identifying and connecting skilled financial professionals with organizations that make a difference. We are excited to work with the Diocese of Islands and Inlets in their search for a Finance Director who will guide the financial health of their institution.

In this pivotal role, you will provide seasoned leadership, business acumen, and financial expertise for the Diocese. If you're looking to combine your financial expertise with a meaningful mission, we want to hear from you.

The Finance Director is responsible for the management and implementation of fiscal policies and procedures, accounting operations, financial reporting, audits, and internal fiscal controls.

Key responsibilities include:

• FINANCIAL STATEMENTS: Producing reliable, accurate, and timely financial statements reflecting the standing and performance of the diocese, the refugee fund, the Synod office, trust funds, and a consolidated view of the organization.
• MANAGEMENT: Managing effectively the workflow, projects, and staff members associated with the finance function.
• ADMINISTRATION: Providing day-to-day management/monitoring of the cash position, banking, investing, and lending relationships of the diocese.
• FINANCIAL CONTROLS: Establishing and maintaining a control framework in coordination with the Finance Committee and the Treasurer, to ensure that there are appropriate oversight processes, written procedures consistent with policy, reliable reporting, and review of financial activities.
• COMMUNICATION and ADVICE: Responding to queries from, providing advice to, and maintaining working relationships with various stakeholders.
• STRATEGIC PLANNING AND LEADERSHIP: Providing strategic analysis and recommendations on the prudent and effective deployment of financial resources.

Education:

Postsecondary education in accounting, financial management, business administration, or equivalent is required. CPA designation preferred.

Experience:

• Minimum of five years’ experience working in a financial management capacity, preferably within a church or other faith organization, or not-for-profit organization.
• Expertise in managing all financial aspects including budgeting, monthly reporting, and annual audits.
• Sound understanding of human resource management policy and procedure, compensation, employment law and benefit program administration would be an asset.

Attributes and Skills:

• Strong interpersonal skills
• Proactive, self-starter
• Excellent process and workflow optimization skills
• Problem-solving and solution-oriented
• Attention to detail
• Strong sense of integrity
• Demonstrates humbleness and openness to feedback

*Criminal record check required*

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $80,000.00-$100,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Extended health care
• Flexible schedule
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• Vision care
• Professional development