VP, Finance

Location: Thorold

Job Description
Posted Tuesday, January 20, 2026 at 5:00 AM

Who We Are

CAA Niagara is a proud Niagara Region employer, that strives on delivering rewarding experiences and enhancing the lives of our community. For over one hundred years, we have been a staple within our community, providing such services as emergency roadside assistance, travel services, insurance coverage, membership and rewards savings; continually growing our suite of relevant services and products.

A true community partner, we could not be here without our over 160,000 members across Niagara, allowing us to focus on earning your continued trust, every day!

Location:

Thorold, ON
Status:  Full-Time Permanent, On-Site (with ad-hoc flexibility)

This posting is to fill an existing vacancy.

About the Role

CAA Niagara is seeking a strategic, collaborative, and values-driven Vice-President of Finance to join our Senior Leadership Team. Reporting directly to the President & CEO, this role provides executive leadership over the organization’s financial strategy, operations, governance, and risk management.

The Vice-President of Finance plays a critical role in ensuring financial integrity, long-term sustainability, and organizational resilience. This leader partners closely with the Board of Directors, executive team, and internal stakeholders to deliver clear financial insights, support informed decision-making, and strengthen fiscal stewardship across the organization.

This role is well suited for an experienced financial leader who brings strong non-profit or public-sector financial expertise, sound judgment, and the ability to translate complex financial information into actionable guidance.

The expected salary range for this role is $-$ , with eligibility to participate in the Annual Variable Pay Program (AVPP) bonus plan. Placement within this range will be determined based on the successful candidate’s qualifications, skills, and experience.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Financial Leadership

Lead all financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial strategy to support organizational objectives.

Prepare and present quarterly financial reports to the Board of Directors, providing clear insights to inform strategic decision-making.

Establish and maintain robust financial governance, controls, and compliance frameworks.

Monitor organizational financial performance, identifying trends, risks, and opportunities for improvement.

Contribute to organizational strategy, policy development, and cross-functional initiatives as a member of the executive leadership team.

Oversee all insurance contracts, including risk assessment, premium negotiation, renewals, and compliance.

Represent CAA Niagara on the CAA Insurance Taskforce, contributing to Federation-wide insurance strategy.

Advise senior leadership and the Board on insurance trends, risks, and opportunities.

Lead banking and investment management relationships, including negotiation and performance oversight.

Financial Operations & Reporting

Oversee all accounting, budgeting, financial reporting, and cash flow management activities.

Ensure timely and accurate preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.

Lead the development of annual operating and capital budgets aligned with strategic priorities.

Ensure compliance with CRA requirements, external reporting obligations, and non-profit financial standards.

Governance & Compliance

Serve as primary staff support to the Finance, Audit & Investment Committee of the Board.

Lead the annual audit process, working closely with external auditors and internal teams.

Develop, review, and maintain financial policies, procedures, and internal controls to ensure accountability and transparency.

Oversee compliance with all regulatory, contractual, and reporting requirements.

Operational & Organizational Leadership

Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing finance team, fostering a culture of collaboration, accuracy, and continuous improvement.

Partner with program and departmental leaders to support financial literacy, budgeting, and cost management.

Implement and optimize financial systems and technologies to enhance efficiency and management reporting.

Identify, assess, and monitor financial risks, recommending appropriate mitigation strategies.

Oversee insurance coverage, reserves, and investment risk management.

Advise leadership on emerging financial risks, trends, and opportunities.

This is not an exhaustive list, and other duties may be assigned as required.

Qualifications & Skills

Strong understanding of non-profit accounting and CRA compliance.

Excellent strategic, analytical, and critical-thinking skills.

Strong business acumen with the ability to balance risk and opportunity.

Exceptional communication and presentation skills, including the ability to translate financial information for non-financial audiences.

Proven leadership, collaboration, and decision-making capabilities.

High integrity, accountability, and commitment to ethical financial…