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About the Role

Reporting to the CEO, the Director, Finance will lead Dixon Hall's financial management function, providing strategic and operational oversight of accounting, budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, and internal controls. This role ensures financial integrity, safeguards resources, and provides financial insight for sound decision-making to support Dixon Hall's mission.

Responsibilities

Lead financial management function, providing strategic and operational oversight of accounting, budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, and internal controls.
Ensure financial integrity and safeguard agency resources.
Provide senior management and the Board with financial insight for decision-making.
Liaise with the Board and participate in Board meetings.
Work with the Chair of the Finance Audit and Risk Committee and other Board committees.
Undertake and update the Risk portfolio for the agency.
Manage the finance department in areas of accounts payable.
Confirm the accuracy of monthly remittances.
Record deposits to accounts receivable.
Be responsible for annual audit working papers and coordinating the annual audit.
Ensure timely and accurate invoicing.
Update and maintain the accuracy of internal databases.
Ensure the completion of all administrative duties related to the Finance Department.
Serve as Dixon Hall's senior financial strategist, translating the Agency's mission and strategic plan into a sound, sustainable financial framework.
Advise the CEO and Board on the financial implications of strategic decisions.
Build and maintain Dixon Hall's financial sustainability strategy.
Monitor the regulatory and funding landscape and advise leadership on emerging risks and opportunities.
Lead Agency-wide operational and capital budgeting and forecasting processes.
Analyze cost and revenue performance against budget.
Investigate budget and reporting variances and lead corrective action.
Identify and act on opportunities for cost efficiency and revenue growth.
Oversee fund accounting practices to ensure accurate tracking and reporting of restricted and unrestricted funding.
Ensure compliance with individual funder reporting requirements and deadlines.
Oversee the integrity of client billing, fee revenue, and accounts receivable processes.
Oversee the accuracy and timeliness of donation processing and reconciliation.
Prepare and present financial statements, variance analyses, and strategic financial reporting.
Ensure the adequacy and ongoing effectiveness of internal controls.
Develop, monitor, and enforce financial policies and procedures.
Lead the annual external audit process and serve as primary liaison to the Agency's auditors.
Ensure timely and accurate charitable regulatory filings and compliance with non-profit financial regulations.
Lead the modernization of Dixon Hall's financial systems and processes.
Champion the adoption of integrated, cloud-based financial and reporting tools.
Evaluate and recommend automation opportunities in funder reporting, program cost allocation, and month-end close processes.
Partner with IT and external vendors to scope, implement, and change-manage new financial systems or automation tools.
Build the Finance team's digital capability.
Ensure accurate accrual and allocation of payroll & vendor costs.
Oversee accurate program-based cost allocation for government and third-party funded positions.
Ensure payroll-related financial reporting is accurate and current.
Ensure CRA compliance on all financial matters.
Lead, develop, and supervise the Finance department, fostering a culture of accuracy, accountability, and continuous improvement.
Hire, train, coach, and formally evaluate Finance team members.
Build team capability to support the Agency's growing scale and complexity.
Partner with Directors and program leaders to ensure financial decisions support operational and client-service realities.
Champion a client-focused, mission-driven approach to financial management.
Drive process improvements and technology modernization to increase efficiency and data reliability.

Requirements

CPA, CGA, College Diploma in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, or a related field or equivalent senior level financial experience.
10-15 years of experience in Finance with 10 years in managerial positions.
Ability to oversee and manage teams.
Experience with budgets, accounting, and reporting systems.
Strong working knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles.
Proficiency with a variety of accounting software, CIMS for billings and SUMAC accounting software and spreadsheet programs and applications.
Effective attention to detail and a high degree of accuracy.
Ability to build and maintain lasting internal and external relationships.
High level of proficiency with Microsoft Office productivity suite.
Knowledge and experience with office operational equipment.
Experience with not for profit funding and reporting.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a strong ability to exchange knowledge.
Strong verbal and written English language communication skills.
Must be qualified to work in Canada legally.
Able to provide a Vulnerable Sector Screening check with a ‘Clear’ or satisfactory result.

Skills

Financial Management
Strategic Financial Leadership
Budgeting
Forecasting
Financial Planning
Fund Accounting
Funder & Grant Compliance
Financial Reporting
Governance
Risk Management
Financial Systems Modernization
Automation
Payroll Oversight
Vendor Management
CRA Financial Oversight
Team Leadership
Development
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
Microsoft Office Suite
CIMS
SUMAC

Location

Canada

Work Type

Permanent
Full-Time
Onsite

Experience Level

Senior Level
10-15 years of experience in Finance
10 years in managerial positions

Education Level

CPA
CGA
College Diploma in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, or a related field

Salary/Compensations

$130,000 - $140,000

About the Company

Dixon Hall is dedicated to fostering an inclusive selection process and work environment, guided by their Race Relations and Employment Equity Policies.
Dixon Hall actively seeks exceptional candidates from varied backgrounds and with lived experiences.
Individuals who self-identify as being from marginalized communities, including Indigenous peoples, racialized persons, persons with disabilities, and those from the 2SLGBTQIA+ community or who have experienced homelessness, are strongly encouraged to apply.

Equal Opportunity

Dixon Hall is dedicated to fostering an inclusive selection process and work environment, guided by their Race Relations and Employment Equity Policies.
If selected for an interview, please inform the hiring manager or the People and Culture team at peopleandculture@dixonhall.org of any accommodations you may require during the interview process.
To achieve their goal of inclusivity and diversity, Dixon Hall actively seeks exceptional candidates from varied backgrounds and with lived experiences.
Individuals who self-identify as being from marginalized communities, including Indigenous peoples, racialized persons, persons with disabilities, and those from the 2SLGBTQIA+ community or who have experienced homelessness, are strongly encouraged to apply.