Chief Financial Officer

Position Overview

Reporting to the CEO, the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) serves as a key member of the executive leadership team and the organization’s senior financial strategist. Reporting directly to the President & CEO and working closely with the Board of Directors, the CFO provides strategic financial leadership and oversight for all aspects of financial management, planning, reporting, and compliance.

This executive role requires a visionary financial leader who can balance long-term strategic planning with operational excellence. The CFO plays a critical role in driving financial sustainability, supporting organizational growth, and ensuring the highest standards of fiscal stewardship and transparency.

• Serve as the chief financial strategist and trusted advisor to the CEO and Board of Directors on all financial matters
• Develop and execute comprehensive financial strategies that support organizational mission, sustainability, and long‑term growth
• Lead multi‑year strategic financial planning and scenario modelling to inform organizational priorities and resource allocation
• Provide strategic financial analysis and recommendations on major organizational initiatives, partnerships, and program expansion
• Identify and assess financial risks and opportunities, developing mitigation strategies and contingency plans
• Partner with executive leadership to align financial resources with strategic priorities

• Lead the development and execution of the annual organizational budget aligned with strategic priorities and mission impact
• Develop advanced financial models and forecasting tools to support data‑driven decision making
• Create and maintain rolling forecasts and scenario planning models
• Establish a comprehensive KPI framework to monitor organizational financial health and performance
• Oversee capital planning and major financial commitments
• Drive the budget development process with department leaders to ensure alignment and accountability

• Ensure accurate, timely and comprehensive financial reporting for internal stakeholders, the Board of Directors, funders and regulatory agencies
• Present financial reports, analysis and recommendations to the Board of Directors and the Finance & Audit Committee
• Ensure compliance with GAAP, non‑profit accounting standards and all applicable laws and regulations
• Maintain strong internal controls and financial policies to safeguard organizational assets

• Oversee cash flow management, banking relationships and treasury operations
• Manage the organization’s investment portfolio in alignment with Board‑approved investment policies
• Develop and monitor cash flow projections to ensure ongoing liquidity
• Manage debt obligations, lines of credit and financial institutional relationships
• Oversee insurance coverage and enterprise risk management strategies

• Drive continuous improvement of financial systems, processes and infrastructure
• Champion optimisation and full utilisation of financial technology platforms, including Net Suite and financial planning tools
• Lead evaluation, selection and implementation of financial system enhancements
• Ensure efficiency and integration across financial systems
• Establish standardised financial processes and documentation across the organization

• Provide strategic leadership, mentorship and professional development for the finance function
• Build and sustain a high‑performing, collaborative finance team culture focused on service excellence
• Directly supervise senior finance leadership, including the Controller and senior financial staff
• Foster strong cross‑functional partnerships with programmematic and administrative teams
• Develop succession planning and a strong talent pipeline within the finance function

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field required
• MBA, CPA or CMA required; CPA strongly preferred
• Master’s degree in a relevant field preferred

• Minimum of 15…