Director of Finance

Great opportunity for someone eager to work with a reputable and well-established not-for-profit organization that cares for people in need. We are ideally seeking a senior-level accounting and finance who has worked previously in the healthcare sector or for an NPO (ideally both!). Very values-based organization- excellent place for compassionate people who want to work with purpose! Robust pension plan and good health benefits.

Who- the Company:
Our client is a not-for-profit organization in the healthcare sector.  The company has a history of over 40 years and is well-regarded as an NPO that provides great care, compassion, and service to individuals in need.

What- the Role:
The organization is seeking a new Director of Finance who will report into the CEO and lead the NPO’s accounting & finance team (2 direct reports- one person in AP & AR, one person in Payroll). The DoF will be joining a team of approximately 10 people on the corporate & administration team, and an overall team of 250+ employees (mostly unionized permanent and casual staff on the front-line of healthcare).

What- the Responsibilities:

• Lead the day-to-day accounting & finance function.
• Responsible for reporting including period end reporting, annual reporting, Governmental reporting (including Ministry of Health and Health Authorities, under the Hospital Act), and ad hoc internal reporting to the Board.
• Liaise with external audit firm at year-end.
• Oversee outsourced IT provider. Manage the upgrading of hardware and software as needed. Monitor cybersecurity for the organization.
• Provide decision support and business guidance to the Executive team. 
• Hands-on management of cash flow estimates, forecasts, budgets, banking, and tax returns.
• Financial Planning & Analysis.
• Supervise AP, AR, and Payroll.
• Develop and maintain systems, processes, and procedures.  
• Identify areas for cost containment and execute accordingly.  

Who- the Candidate:
We are looking for a well-rounded business leader who has experience overseeing and managing the accounting, finance, and payroll functions of a small company, and preferably also the IT function. Experience in the healthcare sector is highly preferred. Experience with a not-for-profit (NPO) organization and/or an organization with unionized employees is also an asset.  CPA accounting designation (or International equivalent).
Experience managing, mentoring, and performance managing 2+ direct reports. Experience reporting into a CEO or President is preferred, as is experience working with a Board of Directors and Finance Committee.
We are seeking people who are compassionate, kind, and very much in alignment with the important values held by this organization. Candidates will have at least 6 years and ideally 8+ years of relevant and progressive work experience.

Where:
Located in Burnaby, BC, close to Metrotown. The Director of Finance will have their own private office.  

How Much:
Base salary commensurate with level of experience and skills- likely in the range of $94,000 to $124,000, with a sweet spot of $110,000. Please note that for the higher end of the range, candidates will truly need to have all the desired qualifications and many years of highly relevant experience.  Please discuss your compensation expectations with SWIM! Plus a robust pension plan, strong health & dental benefits, and 4 weeks of paid time off.

When & How to Apply:
This search is moving VERY quickly! If you already have a Recruiter at SWIM, please reach out as soon as you can. If you do not yet have a contact at Swim Recruiting, please hit 'APPLY NOW' to send us your resume. SWIM is presenting a shortlist of qualified candidates directly to the hiring CEO for review. We’re also very open to referrals- thank you!