Director of Finance

Winnifred Stewart (WS) walks alongside adults with intellectual disabilities, amplifying their right to belong and foster community inclusion. Our ethos revolves around inclusive decision-making, fostering community through individual connections, and daring to question conventional norms.

We envision a future where individuals with diverse abilities are empowered to express their voices, make choices, and find a sense of belonging throughout their lives. Winnifred Stewart has a new strategic plan 2023-2028 that describes a bright future and is transformational in nature.

Reporting to the CEO, Winnifred Stewart is seeking a full-time Director of Finance. The Director of Finance is responsible for overseeing the administrative, accounting and finance functions of the organization, which include the development of a financial and operational strategy, metrics tied to that strategy, and the ongoing development and monitoring to preserve organizational assets and report accurate financial results.

The incumbent will oversee the collection of data and information for use in financial statement reports, supervise budget planning, and coordinate the audit process, making operational adjustments based on the results of those audits.

KEY ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Accounting & Finance

• Support long-term budget planning and cost management in line with the strategic plan, while coordinating annual objectives, agendas, and consultant engagements.
• Oversee all accounts, ledgers, and reporting systems for GAAP compliance and regulatory adherence, preparing financial statements and analyses.
• Lead the budgeting process, refine estimates, and evaluate financial systems to recommend improvements.
• Ensure robust internal controls and timely execution of key objectives, coordinate audits, and adjust operations based on findings.
• Manage accurate payroll, supervise financial modeling, and implement financial policies.
• Report critical financial trends to senior management and act as a liaison with shareholders and external stakeholders.

Leadership (2 direct reports)

• Oversee HR processes such as recruitment, performance management, onboarding, training, staff development, and coaching.
• Collaborate with the Leadership Team to ensure alignment on key goals, manage departmental objectives, and foster a collaborative, service-oriented culture.
• Ensure a safe workplace in line with WS’s Health & Safety Program.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance with a CPA (CA, CMA, CGA) designation.
• Minimum five (5) years’ relevant experience , preferably with hands on experience in a mid-size not for profit organization.
• Experience with assessing and reporting on multiple government funding streams.
• Compliance and reporting of government, corporate, and foundation grants.
• Strong comprehension of GAAP standards and regulatory requirements.
• Advanced knowledge of MS Office, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Sage Intact, and Payworks.

SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Integrity, credibility, and commitment to WS’s mission.
• Proactive, hands-on strategic thinker who will conceive and implement new ideas.
• Solutions and detail-oriented individual with a high degree of professionalism and diplomacy.
• Keen analytic, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Tact, diplomacy, confidentiality, and good judgement when dealing with information pertaining to finance, employees, and the organization.
• Initiative and ability to think critically and act logically in evaluating situations and generating required steps to ensure success.
• Proficient command/comprehension of the English language.

This position is primarily an in-office working arrangement with flexible hours (generally between 9:00 am and 5:00 pm). Valid driver's license and use of personal vehicle is required.

As a not-for-profit organization, WS values fair and equitable compensation within budget requirements. Please indicate your salary expectations in your application so we can best assess alignment.

Benefits Include:

• Company pension
• Health and Dental care
• Life and Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Paid time off
• Wellness program
• And more!