Director of Finance

We are seeking an experienced and strategic Executive Director of Finance to lead and oversee all financial operations, including finance, accounting, and payroll. This senior leadership position is responsible for financial planning, budgeting, reporting, internal controls, and ensuring the effective management of financial resources. The successful candidate will provide strategic financial guidance to senior leadership, support organizational objectives, and ensure financial practices align with applicable regulatory requirements and established standards.

This is an exciting opportunity for a strong financial leader who thrives in a collaborative environment and brings extensive experience in financial management, team leadership, and strategic planning.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership and direction for all finance, accounting, and payroll functions.
• Develop, implement, and oversee departmental goals, objectives, policies, procedures, and operational standards.
• Lead the development, administration, and monitoring of departmental budgets, including staffing and operational expenditures.
• Oversee financial reporting, analysis, forecasting, and projections, ensuring accurate and timely reporting to senior leadership and key stakeholders.
• Lead the annual budgeting process from initial development through final analysis and presentation.
• Provide regular financial updates, briefings, and recommendations to executive leadership and relevant committees.
• Ensure compliance with applicable regulatory, tax, and financial reporting requirements.
• Develop, evaluate, and maintain financial policies and procedures to ensure compliance with professional and regulatory standards.
• Establish and monitor effective internal controls and risk management practices.
• Build strong consultative relationships with department managers, providing financial guidance, analysis, and support for decision-making.
• Oversee cash flow, funds management, credit, and financial risk management.
• Lead and manage the external audit process.
• Oversee financial and payroll information systems, ensuring effective processes and accurate data management.
• Lead, mentor, and develop the Finance and Payroll teams, fostering accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Participate as a key member of the senior leadership team, contributing to organizational strategy and operational planning.

Recognized professional accounting designation (CPA) in good standing.

University degree in Business, Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.

Minimum of five (5) years of accounting or financial management experience, preferably within the healthcare or public sector.

Experience leading and managing finance and payroll teams.

Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial management, payroll operations, and regulatory compliance.

Extensive experience with accounting information systems and financial reporting tools.

Proven ability to develop and manage budgets, forecasts, and financial strategies.

Strong leadership skills with the ability to supervise, evaluate, and motivate staff across multiple levels.

Excellent communication, interpersonal, organizational, and analytical skills.

Ability to manage sensitive and confidential information with discretion and sound judgment.

Demonstrated ability to build positive working relationships and collaborate effectively across multidisciplinary teams.

Strong time management, prioritization, and decision-making skills.