Finance Manager, Financial Planning - Ontario, Canada - Collage HR

Description

Department:
Finance (within Business Services division)

Ideal Candidate is available for 1-2 days per week in the London, Ontario office, and 3-4 days per week remote work.

Please note, we will accommodate the needs of persons with disabilities in our hiring process.

The Director of Finance is a key leadership position within Compassion Canada that contributes to the strategic financial stability and viability of Compassion's objectives, to advance the mission.

Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer (CFO), this position oversees the financial and accounting teams and functions, ensuring compliance with charitable regulations, transparency, accuracy, and responsible stewardship of resources.

Compassion Canada is a Christian organization, committed to being child-focused, Christ-centered, and church driven.

Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A):
Develop and implement financial planning and forecasting processes.
Analyze financial data and trends to provide insights and support strategic data-driven decision-making.
Prepare financial reports for Executive Leadership Team and external stakeholders, including the Board and donors/supporters.
Monitor budget performance and recommend corrective actions as needed.

Accounting and Financial Reporting:

Oversee day-to-day accounting functions, including but not limited to purchasing, income processing, general ledger and stewardship activities of Compassion.

Ensure timely and accurate preparation of financial statements in compliance with accounting principles (GAAP for NPOs).
Manage the external audit process and liaise with auditors.


Payroll and Compliance:

Ensure the payroll function is carried out in an accurate and timely manner, including staff enrollments into Group pension plan, benefits, departures, and any other changes.

Ensure accurate and timely regulatory filings, reporting and disbursements for benefits and pension.

Establish and maintain internal controls and risk management procedures to safeguard company assets ensuring transparency, accountability, and good financial governance.

Develop, implement and monitor accounting policies and procedures.
Manage cash flow and liquidity to meet operational needs.
Implement effective treasury management strategies.
Provide financial guidance and support to the Executive Leadership Team.
Participate in strategic planning and decision-making processes.
accounting team and income-processing (donation-entry) teams, including direct and indirect reports.
~· Includes direct supervision of the Income Processing Manager who manages a team that is responsible for proper and timely accounting for donations to meet donor expectations – confidential, proper classification & accurate recording of donations and other income.
~ Business risk management, working closely with the CFO.
Quarterly Management & Discussion Analysis (MD&A) reporting for the Board of Directors.
Considerable experience in finance and business management.
Exceptional attention to detail with strength in accuracy and managing and reporting complex data.
Demonstrated capacity to collaborate with cross functional teams on multiple projects simultaneously.
Highly technical problem solving, analytical and information management skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and various accounting software.
Ability to train others in financial management and budgetary controls.
Self-directed learner, continually developing their craft and skills, maintaining up-to-date trends and data related to area of responsibility.
CPA Designation and post-secondary education in business/finance/accounting required.
Minimum five (5) years senior leadership experience in accounting or finance.
Experience in the charitable sector considered an asset.
Continuous learning credentials in area of expertise is an asset.