Director of Finance, Markham

Job Summary The Director, Finance provides strategic and operational leadership for the organization’s finance function and related corporate services. The role oversees financial planning and analysis, budgeting, forecasting, reporting, audit coordination, internal controls, compliance, procurement oversight, legal spend tracking, and property and facilities oversight. The Director also leads the Autism Fee‑for‑Service portfolio, including pricing, performance monitoring, sustainability analysis, and decision support. Additionally, the Director leads business transformation initiatives to strengthen financial systems, processes, controls, and reporting across the organization.

Key Responsibilities

Lead the organization’s finance function, including budgeting, forecasting, financial analysis, financial reporting, cash flow monitoring, audit support, and internal controls.

Oversee the preparation and review of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports, including variance analysis, year‑end working papers, and supporting schedules.

Ensure compliance with applicable accounting standards, regulatory requirements, funder expectations, and organizational policies.

Provide strategic financial advice and recommendations to senior leadership to inform planning, resource allocation, and decision‑making.

Monitor financial performance, identify risks and pressures, and recommend mitigation strategies to support financial sustainability.

Support the development and implementation of financial policies, procedures, and controls that strengthen accountability and operational effectiveness.

Autism Fee‑for‑Service Portfolio

Provide financial leadership and oversight, including budgeting, forecasting, financial analysis, pricing review, performance monitoring, and regular reporting.

Develop financial models, break‑even analyses, scenario planning, and sustainability assessments to inform business decisions.

Monitor revenue, margins, utilization, staffing cost structure, and service mix to identify risks, opportunities, and required mitigation strategies.

Partner with Autism operational leaders to align service delivery, capacity planning, business development, pricing decisions, and improvement actions with financial targets and organizational sustainability.

Business Transformation and Continuous Improvement

Lead financial and business transformation initiatives to improve systems, workflows, controls, reporting, and service delivery.

Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, data quality, automation, and decision support across finance and related corporate services.

Partner with leaders across the organization to redesign and improve processes supporting planning, reporting, procurement, and operational performance.

Support system implementations, upgrades, and process improvements across finance, reporting, and business operations.

Promote a culture of continuous improvement, accountability, and service excellence.

Strategic Financial Support to Operations

Provide financial leadership and business support to operational portfolios, including analysis of financial performance, cost drivers, utilization, and sustainability.

Support development of business cases, scenario and pricing analyses, and other financial models to inform program and organizational decisions.

Work with operational leaders to align financial planning with service delivery needs, funding assumptions, and organizational objectives.

Translate complex financial information into practical guidance for non‑financial leaders.

Procurement, Contract, and Compliance Oversight

Oversee the financial aspects of procurement and contracting to ensure compliance with applicable legislation, directives, and organizational policies.

Provide advice and support on procurement documentation, financial evaluation, budget confirmation, and approvals.

Support contract monitoring and financial oversight to ensure expenditures align with approved budgets, agreements, and organizational requirements.

Maintain strong internal controls and compliance practices for purchasing, contracting, and financial approvals.

Property and Facilities Oversight

Oversee property‑ and facilities‑related financial and administrative matters, including maintenance planning, vendor oversight, lease‑related financial considerations, and operational support for sites.

Support planning and budgeting for facilities maintenance, occupancy costs, and property‑related projects.

Monitor related expenditures and support long‑term planning for capital and site needs.

Legal Tracking and Coordination

Oversee legal spend tracking, budget monitoring, and related reporting.

Coordinate with internal leaders and external legal counsel to support the administration and financial oversight of legal matters, including contracts, claims, and other legal processes.

Support organizational leaders by providing financial and administrative coordination for legal matters and external professional services.

People Leadership

Lead, coach, mentor, and support staff within the finance and related corporate services functions.

Establish clear priorities, expectations, and accountability for team performance and deliverables.

Support recruitment, onboarding, staff development, succession planning, and performance management.

Foster collaboration, continuous learning, and a strong client‑service mindset within the team.

Stakeholder Relations and Organizational Leadership

Develop and maintain effective working relationships with internal leaders, funders, auditors, financial institutions, legal counsel, vendors, and other external stakeholders.

Support the senior leadership team, the Board, and relevant board committees with financial information, analysis, and recommendations.

Contribute to organizational planning, risk management, policy development, and strategic initiatives as a member of the leadership team.

Represent the finance function in cross‑functional initiatives and discussions requiring strategic, financial, or operational input.

Qualifications and Experience

University degree in Business, Commerce, Finance, Accounting, or a related field.

Canadian Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) designation required.

Additional leadership, business, or project management education is an asset.

Minimum 7‑10 years of progressively senior experience in finance, accounting, and business operations.

Experience leading budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, audit coordination, and internal control functions.

Experience leading staff and managing multiple areas of responsibility in a complex environment.

Experience supporting organizational planning, financial strategy, and cross‑functional decision‑making.

Experience in a not‑for‑profit, public sector, healthcare, or broader public sector environment is an asset.

Experience with business transformation, process redesign, and systems implementation is an asset.

Experience overseeing property‑related financial matters, procurement processes, and legal spend tracking is an asset.

Knowledge, Skills, and Competencies Technical Knowledge

Strong knowledge of accounting standards for not‑for‑profit organizations.

Strong understanding of budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, audit coordination, internal controls, and compliance requirements.

Sound knowledge of modified accrual reporting, CRA requirements, and relevant regulatory and policy frameworks.

Knowledge of applicable legislation and frameworks, including the CPA Handbook, the Income Tax Act, the Broader Public Sector accountability requirements, and privacy legislation.

Understanding of procurement, contracting, and financial oversight practices.

Leadership

Demonstrated ability to provide strategic leadership across multiple functions.

Proven ability to lead, develop, and support staff in a complex, evolving environment.

Ability to set priorities, manage competing demands, and deliver high‑quality, timely, and sustainable work.

Ability to lead change and promote continuous improvement.

Analytical Skills

Strong ability to interpret complex financial and operational matters.

Ability to identify risks, assess implications, and develop practical solutions.

Ability to analyze data, trends, and external changes to inform sound decision‑making.

Strong problem‑solving and financial modelling skills.

Communication and Influence

Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Ability to communicate complex financial information clearly and effectively to a range of audiences.

Ability to influence decisions, provide sound advice, and build credibility with leaders and stakeholders.

Strong interpersonal, relationship‑building, and negotiation skills.

Collaboration

Demonstrated ability to work effectively across teams and functions.

Ability to build partnerships and bring leaders together to support planning, budgeting, and problem‑solving.

Ability to align financial recommendations and operational decisions with broader organizational priorities.

Benefits and Work Arrangements Kinark offers a remote‑work benefit, allowing eligible employees to work partially or fully remotely if they choose to opt‑in. The role is assessed as a Remote position, requiring 0‑1 day in‑office depending on business demands. The role is also eligible for Kinark’s compressed work week program. Salary range:$140,000‑150,000 CAD annually.

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