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Senior Advisor, Financial Strategy and Initiatives

Remote
Hybrid
Toronto, ON
$104,740 - $125,688/year
Senior Level
full_time

Top Benefits

Competitive salary
Comprehensive package that meets the various needs of our diverse employees
Ability to participate in inclusive employee-led networks to educate, inspire, amplify voices, build relationships and provide development opportunities

About the role

Job #:

8906

Division:

Finance

Vacancy Type:

Full-time Permanent

Affiliation:

Non-Union: Management & Exempt

Contract Length:

Grade:

07

of Vacancies:

1

Salary/Hourly Range:

$104,740 - $125,688

Hiring range/wage:

$104,740 - $115,214

Work Details (Days/hours):

Monday to Friday, 36.25 hours

Posted Date:

8/14/25

Existing or New:

Existing

Deadline to Apply:

8/29/25

What we offer

In addition to a competitive salary and a rewarding career where you can truly make a difference, we offer a comprehensive package that meets the various needs of our diverse employees, including:

  • Ability to participate in inclusive employee-led networks to educate, inspire, amplify voices, build relationships and provide development opportunities;
  • Minimum four (3) weeks of paid annual vacation days, increasing with years of service;
  • Four (4) paid personal days;
  • Defined benefit pension plan with OMERS, includes 100-per-cent employer matching;
  • Health and dental benefits, including a health spending account available upon your start date;
  • Employee and family assistance program;
  • Maternity and parental leave top up (93% of base salary);
  • Training and development programs including tuition reimbursement of $1500 per calendar year;
  • Fitness membership discount.

This job offers the opportunity to work from home as part of a hybrid work arrangement. This arrangement will allow you to work some days at a TCHC work location and the rest of the time from home. The amount of time required to work at a TCHC work location is flexible, while considering operational and service delivery requirements.

Make a difference

As the Senior Consultant, Financial Strategy & Initiatives at TCHC, reporting directly to the Senior Manager, Financial Strategy & Initiatives within the Finance Division, you will play a vital role in providing strategic business planning support and guidance across the organization. Your responsibilities will entail coordinating business planning processes, developing strategic resources, offering analysis and advice to senior management, and leading project management initiatives. By ensuring alignment with TCHC's financial objectives and regulatory standards, you will contribute significantly to the organization's operational efficiency and long-term success. The role requires strong project management skills, with a PMP certification being a key requirement.

What you'll do

Business Planning Coordination:

  • Lead the coordination of business planning processes within the Finance division, overseeing Program Review, Renewal, and Transformation submissions.
  • Develop comprehensive business planning reports, presentations, and supporting documentation tailored for senior management and the CFO.
  • Collaborate with departmental counterparts and external stakeholders to ensure seamless execution of business planning initiatives, aligning with TCHC's strategic objectives.
  • Support the preparation of financial submissions such as Printed Estimates, Quarterly Reports, and strategic submissions, emphasizing financial sustainability and alignment with organizational goals.
  • Ensure financial sustainability and overall budget plans are aligned with the new TCHC strategic plan, supporting long-term operational goals.
  • Support the development and implementation of financial strategies that ensure all activities and budgets adhere to TCHC’s mission and strategic objectives.
  • Supporting the alignment of financial policies with organizational strategies, ensuring that all business planning and decision-making processes adhere to TCHC’S standards and financial objectives.

Analysis and Advisory:

  • Conduct thorough analysis of business plan submissions, policy evaluation, and legal considerations, leveraging financial expertise.
  • Provide strategic advice to senior management, including the CFO, and external entities, substantiating forecasts and advocating for funding allocations, ensuring alignment with TCHC's financial objectives.
  • Address ad hoc inquiries from stakeholders, offering insights into business planning implications and recommending strategic courses of action, emphasizing financial prudence and optimization.

Strategic Resource Development:

  • Develop strategic planning resources and performance metrics within the Finance division to facilitate organizational planning endeavors, emphasizing financial efficacy and optimization.
  • Undertake proactive research and analysis on emerging business planning trends and methodologies, advocating for their incorporation into TCHC's planning frameworks, with a focus on financial viability and sustainability.
  • Assist in crafting and implementing performance indicators tailored to different operational facets of the organization, emphasizing financial performance and accountability.

Project Leadership and Management:

  • Oversee the lifecycle of projects within the Finance division, from initiation through to completion, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within scope, and on budget.
  • Develop and maintain comprehensive project plans, including timelines, milestones, resource allocation, and risk management strategies.
  • Apply project management best practices to enhance efficiency, mitigate risks, and achieve project objectives.
  • Lead cross-functional project teams, fostering collaboration and ensuring effective communication among stakeholders.
  • Utilize project management software and tools to track progress, generate reports, and provide updates to senior management and the CFO.
  • Act as project lead in coordinating submissions that cross program areas within the Finance division, including developing project plans, critical paths, and scheduling activities.
  • Negotiate with program managers to determine optimal courses of action, presenting findings and recommendations to senior management, particularly the CFO.
  • Maintain robust liaisons with various corporate support functions to ensure the integrity and efficacy of business cases and submissions within the Finance division

What you'll need

  • Bachelor’s degree in finance, Business Administration, Economics, or related field. Advanced degree (e.g., MBA) preferred but not required.
  • Project Management Professional (PMP) certification and Designated accountant / Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) designation in Canada is required.
  • Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in financial management, executive advisory, strategic planning, or related roles.
  • Experience in the housing or community development sector preferred but not required.
  • Proven track record of success in driving organizational growth and operational excellence through strategic leadership and effective decision-making.
  • Proven track record in financial management, encompassing budget planning and strategic financial analysis, ideally within the housing or community development sector.
  • Strong decision-making skills, capable of providing strategic guidance to executive leadership, particularly the CFO.
  • Demonstrated ability to establish and nurture strategic partnerships with stakeholders and industry leaders to advance organizational objectives.
  • Proficiency in data analysis and interpretation, enabling the extraction of actionable insights from intricate datasets to drive informed decision-making.
  • Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills, adept at articulating complex financial concepts effectively to a diverse range of stakeholders, aligning with the hierarchical reporting structure to the CFO within TCHC.

What’s next

Once you apply, we’ll review your resume and contact you if we believe your skills and experience will make you successful in the role. If you are selected to move forward, the process will include one or more interviews and/or assessments and reference checks.

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