Manager, Finance - Foundation

Centre for Addiction & Mental Health (CAMH) Foundation; Toronto; On-site; CAD 95,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

CAMH Foundation, Canada's leading mental health philanthropy, is hiring a Manager, Finance in Toronto. The role combines high-level accounting oversight with team leadership in a hybrid work setting, requiring 5+ years in financial accounting and a CPA or equivalent certification.

You will oversee payments, payroll, reporting, and compliance while supporting the broader CAMHF and CAMH financial operations. Salary range reflected in the job listing; flexibility for some evenings and weekends is

Qualifications

• CPA designation or equivalent.
• 5+ years of experience in financial accounting.
• Not-for-profit/healthcare sector experience desirable.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including some evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Ensure integrity of the accounting system and timely financial and management reports.
• Oversee gifts processing and ensure CRA compliance and policy adherence.
• Manage month-end and year-end closing processes and payroll reconciliations.
• Lead a team of 6 with coaching, development goals, and performance reviews.
• Support procurement processes and annual audit preparation.

Skills

Leadership

Financial analysis

Stakeholder communication

Problem solving

Education

CPA designation or equivalent

University degree

Tools

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Raiser’s Edge

Financial Edge

Job description

MANAGER, FINANCE

Toronto / Full-Time, Permanent

This role involves remote/work-from-home arrangements with a requirement for a minimum of two (2) days per week working onsite and may be subject to change as the organization works through its hybrid workforce plan and/or changing needs of the Foundation. We care about our team and community and are aligned with CAMH’s health and safety practices.

ABOUT CAMH FOUNDATION

Hi! I’m Gina Daya. I’ve spent the last six years with CAMH Foundation watching the company and the cause grow significantly. I am driven by working for a meaningful cause, with an exceptional team, and doing the job I love.

I believe the key to an excellent Manager, Finance is not just the technical skills but the knowledge of the organization’s business, asking the right questions, listening to the answers and believing in the organization’s mission.

The Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH) is Canada’s largest mental health teaching hospital and one of the world’s leading research centres in its field. With a dedicated staff of more than 5,000 physicians, clinicians, researchers, educators, and support staff, CAMH offers outstanding clinical care to more than 38,000 patients each year. The organization conducts ground‑breaking research, provides expert training to healthcare professionals and scientists, develops innovative health promotion and prevention strategies, and advocates on public policy issues at all levels of government.

CAMH Foundation is charged with raising and stewarding funds in support of CAMH. Its role is to help transform the way we understand and address mental illness by raising awareness and increasing engagement across the country. Generous and dedicated supporters help CAMH advance discovery and innovation, build spaces that promote recovery, and break down the stigma of mental illness.

The Finance Team is responsible for the processing of donations and expenses, grant management, regulatory compliance, managing investments, establishing policies, procedures and controls to ensure timely and accurate reporting of the financial results. As members of the team, we are committed to a positive and safe work environment where we support, listen and learn from each other and be accountable to our many key stakeholders.

THE OPPORTUNITY:

The Manager, Finance provides high level accounting support to CAMHF, ensuring accuracy of accounts and financial reporting, building and sustaining the financial capacity of CAMHF to drive sustainable growth that supports achievement of ambitious goals.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Financial Accounting

• Be responsible for the integrity of the accounting system by ensuring that accounting transactions are correctly posted and financial and management reports are produced on a timely basis.
• Collaborate with stakeholders during the planning and implementation phases of new platforms and system improvements.
• Manage the month end and year‑end closing processes.
• Oversee gift processing operations and ensure compliance with CRA regulations, accounting standards, and organizational policies.
• Manage the accounts payable process such as approving invoices, checking that the correct process was followed and that the correct accounts and appeals were used.
• Liaise with the bank, daily online checking of the bank accounts, as well as, manage the external accounts linked to our operating bank account.
• Process EFT, wire and bank transfers.
• Support the Director, Finance in the Foundation’s cash management process.
• Review any CAMH grant receivable payments and approve for release by ensuring proper cash flow cycle to the hospital, including CAMHF monthly Operating Expenses.
• Assist with financial reporting to CAMH, liaise with CAMH Finance to help reconcile CAMH receivable to CAMHF payable.
• Ensure key processes are documented and updated as changes occur.
• Support the Director, Finance with the Procurement Process.
• Complete quarterly HST return.
• Prepare and/or review financial reports and analysis, as required.
• Provide financial reports to various stakeholders as required.
• Support the development, review, and updating of finance policies and procedures.
• Assist the Director, Finance with preparation of year‑end audit working papers, financial statements and other year‑end audit procedures as required.
• Advise and update Director, Finance on any irregularities or concerns around financial matters.
• Ensure integrity and maintenance of the computerized financial accounting system.
• Process monthly payroll transactions and perform reconciliation of the payroll report.
• Identify opportunities to improve financial processes, controls, and reporting efficiency.
• Other duties as assigned.

Management

• Oversee a team of 6. Provide leadership and coaching to the team.
• Schedule weekly check in meetings with staff. Provide support in resolving issues in a timely manner.
• Complete a mid‑year and end of year review for each staff; giving helpful feedback and helping the team accomplish any professional development goals, as well as, foundation goals
• Develop and maintain managing skills
• Knowledge of applicable employment legislation
• Time sheet approval and other electronic status changes

Foundation Team

• Work as a team player promoting a positive and professional work environment and conduct role with integrity and respect.
• Meet with all new staff regarding the policies and procedures for expenses to be submitted to Finance.
• Act as an Ambassador throughout the Community, positively representing the Hospital and the Foundation.
• Abide by the policies and procedures of CAMH and CAMHF.
• Maintain donor and CAMHF confidentiality and privacy at all times.
• Abide by the Occupational Health and Safety Act, and work in a manner that is safe, reporting incidents immediately to direct supervisor.
• Perform other duties as assigned in order to meet the overall goals and objectives of the Foundation.
• Operate within the culture and core values of the organization.
• Maintain knowledge and expertise in relevant fields.

WHAT YOU’LL BRING TO THE TEAM

• University degree and recognized professional accounting designation (CPA) or equivalent.
• 5+ years of experience in financial accounting, at least 2 years of which should be in the not‑for‑profit sector, preferably in the healthcare sector. Experience in a management role is desirable.
• Proficient in the use of all corporate productivity tools including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Raiser’s Edge or similar donor database management systems, Financial Edge or similar accounting systems.
• Strong organizational skills and demonstrated ability to prioritize multiple and changing demands.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, ability to interact effectively with all levels of the organization / members of the public, customer/donor focused.
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills.
• Ability to work independently using an above average level of initiative, highly organized; takes initiative / self starter; detailed oriented.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Ability to work effectively on a variety of priority projects with competing deadlines with a high degree of accuracy.
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including some evenings and weekends.

Don’t sweat it if you don’t have everything listed above. We believe in growth and curiosity. If you have some of these qualities and believe this is the position that will make you excited to come into work every day, then we want to hear from you!

Salary Range: $95,203.84 to $109,764.43, annually

CAMH Foundation is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations and will work with you to meet your needs. If you are a person with a disability and require assistance during the application process, please don’t hesitate to reach out! Please contact [e-mail]. We celebrate our inclusive work environment and welcome members of all backgrounds and perspectives to apply.

Our north star is creating hope and improving outcomes for people facing mental illness. We work in respectful partnerships with each other and our hospital partners to inspire philanthropy and raise awareness in support of mental health.

CAMH is a Tobacco‑Free Organization.

CAMH is fully affiliated with the University of Toronto and is a teaching hospital and research institute. As a CAMH employee, you will be expected to actively support CAMH’s teaching and research activities, in addition to supporting the clinical work of the hospital.

At CAMH, we strive to be an equitable and inclusive employer. Our commitment to equity is grounded in an institution‑wide commitment to achieving a working, teaching, and learning environment that is free of discrimination and harassment.

CAMH actively seeks candidates from First Nations, Métis and Inuit, racialized and LGBTQ2S+ communities, women, and people with disabilities (including people who have experienced mental health and substance use challenges).

We encourage people from all backgrounds to apply to our positions.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Please inform us if you require accommodations during the interview process.