Director of Finance Hybrid

Position: Director of Finance (Full-time; Hybrid)
Location:

Strathroy or Sarnia ON, Ontario

Employment Type:

Full-time

About Us:

We are a dynamic and growing credit union with 10 locations across Southwestern Ontario, committed to providing exceptional financial services to our members.
We believe we have the best team in the business due to our leadership philosophy of excellence, and team development. With our full spectrum of investment, credit, and general banking instruments, our team can build the solution that is best for our customers; and since our customers are also our shareholders, this will always be our business objective!
Mainstreet Credit Union is actively seeking an experienced Director of Finance to join our growing team!
Why Join Our Team?
At Mainstreet we believe in investing in you – whether it is our employees or our incredible members. At Mainstreet we are committed to providing exceptional service, advice and improving and making a difference in the lives of our members.
Mainstreet offers its employees:
Work-life balance and flexible work arrangements
Opportunities for training and advancement
Generous salary, vacation and benefits (Mainstreet is a Living Wage employer)
Opportunity to work at a values-based cooperative
Our Values:
Personalized:
High quality personalized advice with flexible solutions.
Supported :
Highly responsive through empowered professionals.
Known :
Meaningful impact and connected to community.
Easy:
Easy and in the way our members prefer.

The Role
Salary: $ – $.00 (commensurate with experience)

Location:

Hybrid role (in-office work at one of our Administration Offices (Strathroy or Sarnia)
Job Function:
The Director role is a key leadership position that works closely with the Executive Leadership Team (ELT) to support and execute corporate strategies. This role combines a global perspective with a strong commitment to the best interests of Mainstreet, fostering collaboration and alignment to achieve organizational goals.
As a subject matter expert in their functional area, the Director provides strategic guidance and leadership across the organization. They are a role model, promoting a balance between team dynamics and collective success. By championing innovative solutions, creative problem-solving, and continuous improvement, the Director ensures that Mainstreet’s members and the organization’s interests are safeguarded.
Reporting directly to the CFO, this role provides leadership to Finance, Treasury and Accounting functions, including financial operations, internal and external financial reporting, policy and procedure enhancements, budget and forecast preparation, asset liability management, liquidity and capital management, treasury management and internal controls.
Key

Duties & Responsibilities:

Strategic Leadership :
Develop and drive forward-thinking strategies for their functional area that align with Mainstreet’s vision and values.
Act as a trusted advisor, offering expert insights to inform decision-making across the organization.
Serve as a conduit between the Executive Leadership Team and the broader organization, ensuring seamless communication and alignment.
Set clear goals for their team and ensure alignment with corporate objectives.
Provide mentoring, coaching, and constructive feedback to foster professional growth and promote team effectiveness.
Regularly evaluate team performance and identify opportunities for development and improvement.
Foster a culture of employee engagement by promoting collaboration, recognition, and inclusion within the team.
Operational and Strategic Execution :
Oversee the creation and management of the department’s annual business plan to achieve strategic objectives.
Prepare, manage, and monitor the department’s annual budget to ensure fiscal responsibility.
Own and oversee the development, implementation, and maintenance of policies relevant to their functional area.
Drive strategic execution, ensuring alignment between departmental initiatives and Mainstreet’s organizational goals.
Lead and manage change initiatives to support adaptability, innovation, and continuous improvement across the department and organization.
Commitment to Excellence :
Ensure operational procedures and…