Job Description
Location: Anywhere in Canada, Toronto preferred
Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of women, girls, Two-Spirit and gender diverse people, promoting equity, and creating positive change in communities across Canada? We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Finance & Operations leader and strategic thought-partner to join our team.
As the National Director, Finance & Operations, you are a key partner to the National CEO, responsible for finance, Governance, Administration, and Operations. You will lead the overall strategy around financial planning, optimizing processes, and ensure strong financial stewardship while overseeing day-to-day operations. This role requires a strategic leader who can also roll up their sleeves—balancing high-level decision-making with hands-on execution.
The ideal candidate is a seasoned leader with a proven track record in developing and executing comprehensive financial and operational strategies and plans and is experienced in non-profit and charity environments and accounting standards, as well as a deep commitment to gender equity and anti-oppression principles.
About Us:
YWCA Canada is a leading voice for women, girls, Two-Spirit and gender diverse people.
For 150 years, we’ve been at the forefront of a movement: to fight gender-based violence, build affordable housing and advocate for workplace equity. We work to advance gender equity by responding to urgent needs in communities, through national advocacy and grassroots initiatives.
Local YWCAs invest over $258 million annually to support over 330,000 individuals across the nation. Today, we engage young leaders, diverse communities, and corporate partners to achieve our vision of a safe and equitable Canada for all.
Key Responsibilities:
Financial Leadership & Strategy
Manages the Finance Team and external support. Ensure review and optimization of financial and operational processes
Drive a positive culture of operational and financial excellence based on strong performance and results.
Lead and develop the financial planning, forecasting, budgeting, and long-term financial strategy.
Conduct regular financial analysis to monitor organizational performance, providing insights and recommendations on resource allocation to support strategic goals.
Manages compliance fillings, including CRA.
Manager cashflow and reporting to ensure financial health.
Oversee all financial transactions, including payroll, accounts payable, and donor receipts, ensuring compliance with government remittance requirements and regulatory standards.
Develop, implement and manage financial policies, processes, risk management and internal controls that support accountability, compliance, risk mitigation and sustainability.
Partner with the CEO and Senior Leadership to set and advance financial goals, ensuring strong financial oversight and controls.
Automate monthly reports for all departments, and quarterly reports
Make innovative recommendations regarding strategic and fiscally responsible management practices.
Ensure compliance with government regulations and CRA reporting requirements, including donation receipting.
Manage the organization’s reserves, investments and the investment strategy.
Lead financial risk management and the audit process.
Prepare and present financial reports including financial budgets, forecast, and narrative reports to the Senior Leadership and the Board.
Manage the Finance, Audit and Risk Committee (prepare reports and meeting materials, develop agendas, etc.), in support of the Treasurer and in collaboration with the CEO and the Board Chair.
Responsible for period closing, reconciliation, analysis and reporting of accounting transactions and processes.
Manage and oversee group pension, including FSRA fillings.
Support the development of a Revenue Sharing model for the YWCA federation that is equitable and flexible.
Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of women, girls, Two-Spirit and gender diverse people, promoting equity, and creating positive change in communities across Canada? We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Finance & Operations leader and strategic thought-partner to join our team.
As the National Director, Finance & Operations, you are a key partner to the National CEO, responsible for finance, Governance, Administration, and Operations. You will lead the overall strategy around financial planning, optimizing processes, and ensure strong financial stewardship while overseeing day-to-day operations. This role requires a strategic leader who can also roll up their sleeves—balancing high-level decision-making with hands-on execution.
The ideal candidate is a seasoned leader with a proven track record in developing and executing comprehensive financial and operational strategies and plans and is experienced in non-profit and charity environments and accounting standards, as well as a deep commitment to gender equity and anti-oppression principles.
About Us:
YWCA Canada is a leading voice for women, girls, Two-Spirit and gender diverse people.
For 150 years, we’ve been at the forefront of a movement: to fight gender-based violence, build affordable housing and advocate for workplace equity. We work to advance gender equity by responding to urgent needs in communities, through national advocacy and grassroots initiatives.
Local YWCAs invest over $258 million annually to support over 330,000 individuals across the nation. Today, we engage young leaders, diverse communities, and corporate partners to achieve our vision of a safe and equitable Canada for all.
Key Responsibilities:
Financial Leadership & Strategy
Manages the Finance Team and external support. Ensure review and optimization of financial and operational processes
Drive a positive culture of operational and financial excellence based on strong performance and results.
Lead and develop the financial planning, forecasting, budgeting, and long-term financial strategy.
Conduct regular financial analysis to monitor organizational performance, providing insights and recommendations on resource allocation to support strategic goals.
Manages compliance fillings, including CRA.
Manager cashflow and reporting to ensure financial health.
Oversee all financial transactions, including payroll, accounts payable, and donor receipts, ensuring compliance with government remittance requirements and regulatory standards.
Develop, implement and manage financial policies, processes, risk management and internal controls that support accountability, compliance, risk mitigation and sustainability.
Partner with the CEO and Senior Leadership to set and advance financial goals, ensuring strong financial oversight and controls.
Automate monthly reports for all departments, and quarterly reports
Make innovative recommendations regarding strategic and fiscally responsible management practices.
Ensure compliance with government regulations and CRA reporting requirements, including donation receipting.
Manage the organization’s reserves, investments and the investment strategy.
Lead financial risk management and the audit process.
Prepare and present financial reports including financial budgets, forecast, and narrative reports to the Senior Leadership and the Board.
Manage the Finance, Audit and Risk Committee (prepare reports and meeting materials, develop agendas, etc.), in support of the Treasurer and in collaboration with the CEO and the Board Chair.
Responsible for period closing, reconciliation, analysis and reporting of accounting transactions and processes.
Manage and oversee group pension, including FSRA fillings.
Support the development of a Revenue Sharing model for the YWCA federation that is equitable and flexible.
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The National Director, Finance & Operations position is now open for candidates interested in the Accountant Jobs sector. This role in Toronto offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Accountant Jobs is a plus.