About the role
Why You Will Love This Organization
Our client is a purpose-driven, publicly funded organization dedicated to advancing education, learning, and knowledge across Ontario. With a strong social impact mandate and a collaborative, inclusive workplace, this organization is transforming how Ontarians learn, connect, and engage with information. Recognized as one of the top employers in the Greater Toronto Area, they pride themselves on innovation, diversity, and continuous learning.
The Impact You Will Have
Reporting to the CFO, the Director of Finance, will play a key leadership role in shaping the financial strategy, systems, and operations of a highly respected public-sector organization. You’ll oversee all accounting and finance functions, from planning and budgeting through to analysis and reporting, ensuring that financial operations are efficient, compliant, and aligned with the organization’s mission and strategic goals.
What You Will Do
- Lead and oversee all day-to-day financial operations including accounting, treasury, forecasting, reporting, compliance, and procurement.
- Manage a team of eight (8) direct reports, including managers, analysts, accountants, procurement, and payroll professionals, fostering collaboration, accountability, and professional growth.
- Provide leadership oversight for payroll administration and partner closely with People & Culture on financial compliance, reporting, and process improvement.
- Lead with empathy and professionalism in a unionized environment, fostering trust, inclusion, and respect across all levels.
- Oversee monthly, quarterly, and year-end financial close and external reporting processes.
- Serve as the organization’s senior finance expert, ensuring adherence to accounting standards, internal controls, and regulatory directives.
- Develop and implement policies, systems, and procedures to ensure fiscal responsibility and transparency.
- Prepare and present clear, data-driven financial insights to inform executive decision-making and long-term strategy.
- Partner across departments to provide proactive financial guidance and strengthen operational effectiveness.
- Drive modernization of financial systems, leveraging analytics and technology to enhance forecasting and reporting accuracy.
- Champion a culture of continuous improvement, innovation, and service excellence within the Finance team.
- Ensure financial operations align with the organization’s mission and public accountability standards, particularly within the not-for-profit and broader public sector context .
What You Will Bring
- Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) designation is required.
- 7+ years of progressive finance experience, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role within the not-for-profit, broader public sector, or complex multi-entity environment.
- Demonstrated success leading teams and fostering collaboration across departments.
- Strong financial analysis, budgeting, and forecasting capabilities.
- Experience using data visualization and analytics tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau).
- Proven change management experience, including leading system or process transformations.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to convey complex information clearly.
- Experience with ERP systems such as Dynamics 365 Business Central or Sparkrock 365 considered an asset.
- A growth mindset and passion for continuous learning.
Work Environment
This position is based in Toronto, Ontario with on-site presence required . The organization supports work-life balance through a collaborative, inclusive, and learning-focused environment.
If you are an experienced finance leader ready to make an impact within a purpose-driven, public-sector environment, we encourage you to apply today!
CONFIDENTIALITY NOTE
This search is being conducted confidentially . Details regarding the organization and its operations will be shared with qualified candidates during the interview process.
JOB VACANCY STATUS
This role is currently vacant, and the organization is accepting applications with the intention to hire as soon as possible.
USE OF ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE – BY RECRUITERS & HIRING MANAGERS
At The Talent Company, people are at the center of our recruitment process. While we may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools for limited administrative purposes (such as writing creative outreach messages, summarizing interview notes or transcribing reference checks) AI is never the decision maker. Resumes and candidate information are personally reviewed by our recruiters, and all hiring decisions are made by people who bring judgment, care, and expertise to each match. If a client’s recruitment process involves a greater degree of AI use during their own interviews or assessments, we will communicate that to short-listed candidates, so they are aware in advance. Our commitment is to use technology responsibly, while ensuring fairness, transparency, and respect at every stage of the process.
USE OF ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE – BY CANDIDATES
We recognize that candidates may choose to use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support their job search, for example to refine writing style or gather research. While this can be appropriate, the information you provide in your resume, screening questions, and interviews must always be truthful and accurately reflect your own experience, knowledge, and competencies. AI should never be used to create or exaggerate credentials. Our goal is to understand the real you – your skills, your story, and your potential – so that we can make the best possible match between you and the organizations we serve.
ACCOMMODATION & INCLUSIVITY
At The Talent Company, we recognize the value of different perspectives and experiences in prompting innovation, sparking creativity, and solving problems. As an equal employment opportunity organization, we do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on race, Aboriginal peoples, members of visible minorities, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, persons with disabilities and all other categories protected by law.
We are committed to Equal Opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community. Please let us know if an adjustment or adaptation is required at any stage to support you during the recruitment journey.
About the role
Why You Will Love This Organization
Our client is a purpose-driven, publicly funded organization dedicated to advancing education, learning, and knowledge across Ontario. With a strong social impact mandate and a collaborative, inclusive workplace, this organization is transforming how Ontarians learn, connect, and engage with information. Recognized as one of the top employers in the Greater Toronto Area, they pride themselves on innovation, diversity, and continuous learning.
The Impact You Will Have
Reporting to the CFO, the Director of Finance, will play a key leadership role in shaping the financial strategy, systems, and operations of a highly respected public-sector organization. You’ll oversee all accounting and finance functions, from planning and budgeting through to analysis and reporting, ensuring that financial operations are efficient, compliant, and aligned with the organization’s mission and strategic goals.
What You Will Do
- Lead and oversee all day-to-day financial operations including accounting, treasury, forecasting, reporting, compliance, and procurement.
- Manage a team of eight (8) direct reports, including managers, analysts, accountants, procurement, and payroll professionals, fostering collaboration, accountability, and professional growth.
- Provide leadership oversight for payroll administration and partner closely with People & Culture on financial compliance, reporting, and process improvement.
- Lead with empathy and professionalism in a unionized environment, fostering trust, inclusion, and respect across all levels.
- Oversee monthly, quarterly, and year-end financial close and external reporting processes.
- Serve as the organization’s senior finance expert, ensuring adherence to accounting standards, internal controls, and regulatory directives.
- Develop and implement policies, systems, and procedures to ensure fiscal responsibility and transparency.
- Prepare and present clear, data-driven financial insights to inform executive decision-making and long-term strategy.
- Partner across departments to provide proactive financial guidance and strengthen operational effectiveness.
- Drive modernization of financial systems, leveraging analytics and technology to enhance forecasting and reporting accuracy.
- Champion a culture of continuous improvement, innovation, and service excellence within the Finance team.
- Ensure financial operations align with the organization’s mission and public accountability standards, particularly within the not-for-profit and broader public sector context .
What You Will Bring
- Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) designation is required.
- 7+ years of progressive finance experience, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role within the not-for-profit, broader public sector, or complex multi-entity environment.
- Demonstrated success leading teams and fostering collaboration across departments.
- Strong financial analysis, budgeting, and forecasting capabilities.
- Experience using data visualization and analytics tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau).
- Proven change management experience, including leading system or process transformations.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to convey complex information clearly.
- Experience with ERP systems such as Dynamics 365 Business Central or Sparkrock 365 considered an asset.
- A growth mindset and passion for continuous learning.
Work Environment
This position is based in Toronto, Ontario with on-site presence required . The organization supports work-life balance through a collaborative, inclusive, and learning-focused environment.
If you are an experienced finance leader ready to make an impact within a purpose-driven, public-sector environment, we encourage you to apply today!
CONFIDENTIALITY NOTE
This search is being conducted confidentially . Details regarding the organization and its operations will be shared with qualified candidates during the interview process.
JOB VACANCY STATUS
This role is currently vacant, and the organization is accepting applications with the intention to hire as soon as possible.
USE OF ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE – BY RECRUITERS & HIRING MANAGERS
At The Talent Company, people are at the center of our recruitment process. While we may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools for limited administrative purposes (such as writing creative outreach messages, summarizing interview notes or transcribing reference checks) AI is never the decision maker. Resumes and candidate information are personally reviewed by our recruiters, and all hiring decisions are made by people who bring judgment, care, and expertise to each match. If a client’s recruitment process involves a greater degree of AI use during their own interviews or assessments, we will communicate that to short-listed candidates, so they are aware in advance. Our commitment is to use technology responsibly, while ensuring fairness, transparency, and respect at every stage of the process.
USE OF ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE – BY CANDIDATES
We recognize that candidates may choose to use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support their job search, for example to refine writing style or gather research. While this can be appropriate, the information you provide in your resume, screening questions, and interviews must always be truthful and accurately reflect your own experience, knowledge, and competencies. AI should never be used to create or exaggerate credentials. Our goal is to understand the real you – your skills, your story, and your potential – so that we can make the best possible match between you and the organizations we serve.
ACCOMMODATION & INCLUSIVITY
At The Talent Company, we recognize the value of different perspectives and experiences in prompting innovation, sparking creativity, and solving problems. As an equal employment opportunity organization, we do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on race, Aboriginal peoples, members of visible minorities, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, persons with disabilities and all other categories protected by law.
We are committed to Equal Opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community. Please let us know if an adjustment or adaptation is required at any stage to support you during the recruitment journey.