Director, Finance
Top Benefits
About the role
About Us SickKids Foundation, with over 50 years of philanthropic impact is Canada's largest charitable funder of child health research, learning and care, raising over $200
million last year. As a national charity, SickKids Foundation invests in national and international initiatives to benefit children in Canada and around the world. As the
fundraising partner to The Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids), we are aligned in supporting Precision Child Health (PCH), the future of tailoring medicine to each
child's unique traits so SickKids can diagnose faster, treat smarter, and predict better.
We are driven by our core values of integrity, collaboration, excellence, innovation, and inclusion, with goals of delivering a superior donor experience, investing in our
people and culture, driving innovative and sustainable fundraising, and leading market disruption through strategic use of data and technology.
SickKids Foundation is committed to an inclusive culture by embedding equity, diversity and inclusion in our policies, practices, and behaviours. We aim to build
awareness and skills in this area, both internally and with our partners. Our commitment extends to creating a safe, positive work environment. For details on our
Equity, Diversity & Inclusion commitment, please click here. .We’re committed to attracting and retaining passionate individuals to help create a healthier future. That’s why SickKids Foundation is looking for a new Director, Finance.
Position Status: Permanent Full-Time
Available: Immediately
Description Of The Position As a collaborative business partner and influential member of the leadership team, the Director of Finance will be hands-on and involved in all aspects of the financial operations of SickKids Foundation. Leading a team of three direct reports and over twenty indirect reports, the Director of Finance will have overall responsibility for the SickKids Foundation’s accounting and financial reporting; annual business planning and forecasting; treasury; investment reporting including segregation of funds, compliance reporting, performance monitoring; donor administration and processing.
Reporting directly to and working closely with the Chief Operating Officer, the Director of Finance will make regular presentations and provide support to the Board’s Audit and Finance Committee and attend Investment Committee meetings.
You Will
- Oversee accounting operations and the preparation of timely and accurate financial reports and audits to meet all internal, external and regulatory reporting requirements.
- Develop, implement and continuously improve the Foundation’s internal controls, financial policies, processes, systems and procedures.
- Manage the Foundation’s internal treasury function including cash management and collaborate with Hospital management on the reporting and stewardship of the investment portfolio managed by third parties under the direction and oversight of the Board’s Investment Committee.
- Operate as a strategic partner to senior leaders providing financial insight and operational guidance to support decision making across the organization on various financial matters.
- Act as the Foundation’s primary lead on CRA and other taxation authorities matters.
- Develop financial forecasts to inform and support revenue generating and grant-making decisions; establish and monitor key performance indicators; analyze and report underlying trends on a regular and timely basis.
- Lead the development and execution of the Foundation’s annual business plan and budgets both operating and capital ensuring they effectively support and advance the organization’s short and long term strategic priorities.
- Collaborate with the General Counsel, to design and implement a robust risk management framework that proactively identifies, evaluates, and mitigates legal, financial, operational and reputational risks.
- Manage the Foundation’s Procurement Policy and Process to reflect best practices and ensure compliance.
- Lead, develop, coach, mentor and inspire the Finance and Gift Administration teams.
- Partner with the Chief Operating Officer and leaders in managing and executing strategic projects. Lead and collaborate with cross functional teams on large organization wide projects.
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- University degree preferably in Business, Accounting, Finance or similar combined with a Professional accounting designation (CPA);
- Minimum 15 years of progressive financial management experience in a similar complex multi-stakeholder environment with a minimum of 5 years at a senior leadership level.
- Solid knowledge and understanding of Canadian financial accounting standards for charitable or nonprofit organizations including fund accounting, statutory reporting, compliance and regulatory requirements. Knowledge of CRA receipting standards and relevant U.S. IRS compliance and regulatory requirements and donor accountability principles.
- Broad functional expertise in providing oversight of accounting operations; financial reporting; financial planning and analysis; budgeting and forecasting; treasury; investment; finance and risk management functions.
- Exceptional verbal and written communication skills including superior presentation and interpersonal abilities with strong listening skills and the ability to engage and influence internal and external stakeholders.
- Proven team leader with strong people development skills and proven success inspiring teams to high levels of performance and engagement.
- Demonstrate advanced knowledge and proficiency with Microsoft Office products (Excel, Word, Outlook and PowerPoint) and proven experience in enhancing or implementing financial or ERP systems.
- Well-developed project management skills and experience.
- Skilled relationship manager with outstanding cross functional collaboration skills; known for being approachable, supportive and respectful, while engaging effectively at all levels of the organization and earning trust through constructive, solutions-oriented approach.
- Problem solver with exceptional critical thinking skills required to devise pragmatic and innovative solutions to financial/business challenges and situations.
We’re looking for a passionate individual who is interested in moving the dial and making a difference. We are an environment that looks to attract hardworking and committed people; people who want to challenge themselves and grow with a globally recognized brand that continues to change the world. If this describes you, consider joining our team. We look forward to reviewing your application.
Total Compensation Package Hiring Salary Range: $132,767 – $165,598; with the ability to progress to a maximum of $190,853. To ensure fair and equitable pay at SickKids Foundation, placement on the salary range will be based on your years of experience, skills, and qualifications relevant to the Director, Finance.
To help you lead in the fight for kids’ health and to support your health, wellness, and career growth, in addition to competitive compensation, we offer a comprehensive benefit package (includes a flex benefit plan), tuition reimbursement, flexible work arrangements, pension plan, eligibility for Annual Incentive and birth parent/parental top up – to name a few!
Hours: 35-hour work week, flexible work options available.
Date Posted: July 29, 2025
Available: Internal and External Candidates
Deadline: August 11, 2025
Please apply on-line by visiting our website: www.sickkidsfoundation.com
SickKids Foundation is committed to its people and the talents, capabilities, and perspectives they bring to our mission. We live that commitment by being open and accessible to all, by valuing and respecting every individual, and by equally supporting every employee. As an organization proud to have joined the BlackNorth Initiative’s CEO pledge, we uphold our commitment by inviting and encouraging individuals from diverse lived experiences from Black, Indigenous, communities of colour, people with disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ community and all candidates who may contribute to the further diversification of the Foundation’s community.
Candidates who require accommodation during the recruitment process should contact the Human Resources Department at: recruitment@sickkidsfoundation.com
About SickKids Foundation
Established in 1972, SickKids Foundation raises funds on behalf of The Hospital for Sick Children in Toronto, Canada. SickKids is leading the way in Precision Child Health (PCH). PCH is the future—it’s the end of one-size-fits-all medicine and a shift to medicine tailored precisely to each individual child. It means looking at everything that makes a patient unique, from their genetic code to their postal code, then harnessing all the science, technology and data SickKids is capable of to diagnose faster, treat smarter, and predict better. SickKids has always believed that healthier children make a better world. Precision Child Health is how we get there. Heal the future. Join us today.
Our commitment to you: Staff and volunteers experience an engaging culture built on mutual respect, collaboration and a drive for excellence. We welcome and embrace individuals from diverse backgrounds, experiences and cultures.
SickKids Foundation is committed to fostering an inclusive, accessible environment, where all individuals feel valued, respected and supported. Candidates requiring accommodation during the recruitment process are asked to please contact the Human Resources Department.
Director, Finance
Top Benefits
About the role
About Us SickKids Foundation, with over 50 years of philanthropic impact is Canada's largest charitable funder of child health research, learning and care, raising over $200
million last year. As a national charity, SickKids Foundation invests in national and international initiatives to benefit children in Canada and around the world. As the
fundraising partner to The Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids), we are aligned in supporting Precision Child Health (PCH), the future of tailoring medicine to each
child's unique traits so SickKids can diagnose faster, treat smarter, and predict better.
We are driven by our core values of integrity, collaboration, excellence, innovation, and inclusion, with goals of delivering a superior donor experience, investing in our
people and culture, driving innovative and sustainable fundraising, and leading market disruption through strategic use of data and technology.
SickKids Foundation is committed to an inclusive culture by embedding equity, diversity and inclusion in our policies, practices, and behaviours. We aim to build
awareness and skills in this area, both internally and with our partners. Our commitment extends to creating a safe, positive work environment. For details on our
Equity, Diversity & Inclusion commitment, please click here. .We’re committed to attracting and retaining passionate individuals to help create a healthier future. That’s why SickKids Foundation is looking for a new Director, Finance.
Position Status: Permanent Full-Time
Available: Immediately
Description Of The Position As a collaborative business partner and influential member of the leadership team, the Director of Finance will be hands-on and involved in all aspects of the financial operations of SickKids Foundation. Leading a team of three direct reports and over twenty indirect reports, the Director of Finance will have overall responsibility for the SickKids Foundation’s accounting and financial reporting; annual business planning and forecasting; treasury; investment reporting including segregation of funds, compliance reporting, performance monitoring; donor administration and processing.
Reporting directly to and working closely with the Chief Operating Officer, the Director of Finance will make regular presentations and provide support to the Board’s Audit and Finance Committee and attend Investment Committee meetings.
You Will
- Oversee accounting operations and the preparation of timely and accurate financial reports and audits to meet all internal, external and regulatory reporting requirements.
- Develop, implement and continuously improve the Foundation’s internal controls, financial policies, processes, systems and procedures.
- Manage the Foundation’s internal treasury function including cash management and collaborate with Hospital management on the reporting and stewardship of the investment portfolio managed by third parties under the direction and oversight of the Board’s Investment Committee.
- Operate as a strategic partner to senior leaders providing financial insight and operational guidance to support decision making across the organization on various financial matters.
- Act as the Foundation’s primary lead on CRA and other taxation authorities matters.
- Develop financial forecasts to inform and support revenue generating and grant-making decisions; establish and monitor key performance indicators; analyze and report underlying trends on a regular and timely basis.
- Lead the development and execution of the Foundation’s annual business plan and budgets both operating and capital ensuring they effectively support and advance the organization’s short and long term strategic priorities.
- Collaborate with the General Counsel, to design and implement a robust risk management framework that proactively identifies, evaluates, and mitigates legal, financial, operational and reputational risks.
- Manage the Foundation’s Procurement Policy and Process to reflect best practices and ensure compliance.
- Lead, develop, coach, mentor and inspire the Finance and Gift Administration teams.
- Partner with the Chief Operating Officer and leaders in managing and executing strategic projects. Lead and collaborate with cross functional teams on large organization wide projects.
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- University degree preferably in Business, Accounting, Finance or similar combined with a Professional accounting designation (CPA);
- Minimum 15 years of progressive financial management experience in a similar complex multi-stakeholder environment with a minimum of 5 years at a senior leadership level.
- Solid knowledge and understanding of Canadian financial accounting standards for charitable or nonprofit organizations including fund accounting, statutory reporting, compliance and regulatory requirements. Knowledge of CRA receipting standards and relevant U.S. IRS compliance and regulatory requirements and donor accountability principles.
- Broad functional expertise in providing oversight of accounting operations; financial reporting; financial planning and analysis; budgeting and forecasting; treasury; investment; finance and risk management functions.
- Exceptional verbal and written communication skills including superior presentation and interpersonal abilities with strong listening skills and the ability to engage and influence internal and external stakeholders.
- Proven team leader with strong people development skills and proven success inspiring teams to high levels of performance and engagement.
- Demonstrate advanced knowledge and proficiency with Microsoft Office products (Excel, Word, Outlook and PowerPoint) and proven experience in enhancing or implementing financial or ERP systems.
- Well-developed project management skills and experience.
- Skilled relationship manager with outstanding cross functional collaboration skills; known for being approachable, supportive and respectful, while engaging effectively at all levels of the organization and earning trust through constructive, solutions-oriented approach.
- Problem solver with exceptional critical thinking skills required to devise pragmatic and innovative solutions to financial/business challenges and situations.
We’re looking for a passionate individual who is interested in moving the dial and making a difference. We are an environment that looks to attract hardworking and committed people; people who want to challenge themselves and grow with a globally recognized brand that continues to change the world. If this describes you, consider joining our team. We look forward to reviewing your application.
Total Compensation Package Hiring Salary Range: $132,767 – $165,598; with the ability to progress to a maximum of $190,853. To ensure fair and equitable pay at SickKids Foundation, placement on the salary range will be based on your years of experience, skills, and qualifications relevant to the Director, Finance.
To help you lead in the fight for kids’ health and to support your health, wellness, and career growth, in addition to competitive compensation, we offer a comprehensive benefit package (includes a flex benefit plan), tuition reimbursement, flexible work arrangements, pension plan, eligibility for Annual Incentive and birth parent/parental top up – to name a few!
Hours: 35-hour work week, flexible work options available.
Date Posted: July 29, 2025
Available: Internal and External Candidates
Deadline: August 11, 2025
Please apply on-line by visiting our website: www.sickkidsfoundation.com
SickKids Foundation is committed to its people and the talents, capabilities, and perspectives they bring to our mission. We live that commitment by being open and accessible to all, by valuing and respecting every individual, and by equally supporting every employee. As an organization proud to have joined the BlackNorth Initiative’s CEO pledge, we uphold our commitment by inviting and encouraging individuals from diverse lived experiences from Black, Indigenous, communities of colour, people with disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ community and all candidates who may contribute to the further diversification of the Foundation’s community.
Candidates who require accommodation during the recruitment process should contact the Human Resources Department at: recruitment@sickkidsfoundation.com
About SickKids Foundation
Established in 1972, SickKids Foundation raises funds on behalf of The Hospital for Sick Children in Toronto, Canada. SickKids is leading the way in Precision Child Health (PCH). PCH is the future—it’s the end of one-size-fits-all medicine and a shift to medicine tailored precisely to each individual child. It means looking at everything that makes a patient unique, from their genetic code to their postal code, then harnessing all the science, technology and data SickKids is capable of to diagnose faster, treat smarter, and predict better. SickKids has always believed that healthier children make a better world. Precision Child Health is how we get there. Heal the future. Join us today.
Our commitment to you: Staff and volunteers experience an engaging culture built on mutual respect, collaboration and a drive for excellence. We welcome and embrace individuals from diverse backgrounds, experiences and cultures.
SickKids Foundation is committed to fostering an inclusive, accessible environment, where all individuals feel valued, respected and supported. Candidates requiring accommodation during the recruitment process are asked to please contact the Human Resources Department.