Director, Finance
Dixon Hall
Employment Type :Permanent, Full-Time Department : Finance Union: Excluded Salary : $130,000 - $140,000 File # :26-FA-12 Posting Date :September 10, 2026 Posting Close :September 23, 2026
Position Summary Reporting to the CEO, the Director, Finance will be an important and integral part of the Leadership Team. Director, Finance will lead Dixon Hall's financial management function, providing strategic and operational oversight of accounting, budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, and internal controls across the Agency. The Director ensures the financial integrity of Dixon Hall's operations, safeguards its resources, and provides senior management and the Board with the financial insight needed to support sound decision-making in service of Dixon Hall's mission. The Director, Finance will also liaise with the Board and participate in Board meetings, work with the Chair of the Finance Audit and Risk Committee, and other Board committees as required; undertake and update the Risk portfolio for the agency and manage the finance department in the areas of accounts payable; confirm the accuracy of monthly remittances; record deposits to accounts receivable as well as; you will be responsible for the annual audit working papers and the work required by the finance department to coordinate the annual audit as well as ensuring timely and accurate invoicing; update and maintain the accuracy of the internal database(s); ensure the completion of all administrative duties related to the Finance Department.
Duties and Responsibilities Strategic Financial Leadership Employment Type :Permanent, Full-Time Department : Finance Union: Excluded Salary : $130,000 - $140,000 File # :26-FA-12 Posting Date :September 10, 2026 Posting Close :September 23, 2026
Position Summary Reporting to the CEO, the Director, Finance will be an important and integral part of the Leadership Team. Director, Finance will lead Dixon Hall's financial management function, providing strategic and operational oversight of accounting, budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, and internal controls across the Agency. The Director ensures the financial integrity of Dixon Hall's operations, safeguards its resources, and provides senior management and the Board with the financial insight needed to support sound decision-making in service of Dixon Hall's mission. The Director, Finance will also liaise with the Board and participate in Board meetings, work with the Chair of the Finance Audit and Risk Committee, and other Board committees as required; undertake and update the Risk portfolio for the agency and manage the finance department in the areas of accounts payable; confirm the accuracy of monthly remittances; record deposits to accounts receivable as well as; you will be responsible for the annual audit working papers and the work required by the finance department to coordinate the annual audit as well as ensuring timely and accurate invoicing; update and maintain the accuracy of the internal database(s); ensure the completion of all administrative duties related to the Finance Department.
Duties and Responsibilities Strategic Financial Leadership
Serve as Dixon Hall's senior financial strategist, translating the Agency's mission and strategic plan into a sound, sustainable financial framework
Advise the CEO and Board on the financial implications of strategic decisions, including program expansion, new funding opportunities, and organizational risk
Build and maintain Dixon Hall's financial sustainability strategy, including reserve fund policy, revenue diversification, and long-term capital planning
Monitor the regulatory and funding landscape (provincial, federal, and municipal) affecting the non-profit and charitable sector, and advise leadership on emerging risks and opportunities
Lead Agency-wide operational and capital budgeting and forecasting processes, aligning departmental budgets to strategic priorities
Analyze cost and revenue performance against budget across all programs and funding streams to assess financial performance and risk
Investigate budget and reporting variances and lead corrective action in partnership with program leadership
Identify and act on opportunities for cost efficiency and revenue growth across the Agency
Oversee fund accounting practices to ensure accurate tracking and reporting of restricted and unrestricted funding across all programs and funders (municipal, provincial, federal, and philanthropic)
Ensure compliance with individual funder reporting requirements and deadlines, including government funding agreements administered through Ontario Health Teams and other current provincial/municipal funding bodies
Oversee the integrity of client billing, fee revenue, and accounts receivable processes across program areas, ensuring accurate reconciliation between program systems (e.g., CIMS) and the Agency's accounting system
Oversee the accuracy and timeliness of donation processing and reconciliation between the donor database (e.g., SUMAC) and the accounting system, in partnership with Fund Development
Prepare and present financial statements, variance analyses, and strategic financial reporting to the CEO, Board, and Finance/Audit Committee
Ensure the adequacy and ongoing effectiveness of internal controls across all financial processes
Develop, monitor, and enforce financial policies and procedures governing accounting, budgeting, forecasting, and project/program tracking
Lead the annual external audit process and serve as primary liaison to the Agency's auditors
Ensure timely and accurate charitable regulatory filings (including the CRA T3010 Registered Charity Information Return) and compliance with all applicable non-profit financial regulations
Lead the modernization of Dixon Hall's financial systems and processes, identifying opportunities to automate manual, repetitive tasks (e.g., billing reconciliation, revenue posting, payroll allocation, donation reconciliation) currently performed across CIMS, ADAGIO, and SUMAC
Champion the adoption of integrated, cloud-based financial and reporting tools that reduce manual data entry, minimize reconciliation errors, and free up Finance team capacity for higher-value analysis and strategic support
Evaluate and recommend automation opportunities in funder reporting, program cost allocation, and month-end close processes, balancing efficiency gains against cost, staff capacity, and data security requirements
Partner with IT and external vendors to scope, implement, and change-manage new financial systems or automation tools, ensuring proper internal controls and audit trails are maintained throughout
Build the Finance team's digital capability, ensuring staff are trained and equipped to work effectively with new tools and systems as automation is introduced
Ensure accurate accrual and allocation of payroll & vendor costs, including benefits allocation by program and funding source
Oversee accurate program-based cost allocation for government and third-party funded positions
Ensure payroll-related financial reporting (including CRA remittance reconciliation) is accurate and current
Ensure CRA compliance on all financial matters
Lead, develop, and supervise the Finance department, fostering a culture of accuracy, accountability, and continuous improvement
Hire, train, coach, and formally evaluate Finance team members
Build team capability to support the Agency's growing scale and complexity
Partners with Directors and program leaders across Dixon Hall to ensure financial decisions support — and are informed by — operational and client-service realities
Champion a client-focused, mission-driven approach to financial management, recognizing Finance's role in enabling Dixon Hall's community impact
Drive process improvements and technology modernization (accounting systems, reporting tools) to increase efficiency and data reliability across the Agency
Qualifications
CPA, CGA, College Diploma in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, or a related field or equivalent senior level financial experience
10-15 years of experience in Financewith 10 years in managerial positions
Ability to oversee and manage teams
Experience with budgets, accounting, and reporting systems
Strong working knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles
Proficiency with a variety of accounting software, CIMS for billings and SUMAC accounting software and spreadsheet programs and applications
Effective attention to detail and a high degree of accuracy
Ability to build and maintain lasting internal and external relationships
High level of proficiency with Microsoft Office productivity suite
Knowledge and experience with office operational equipment
Experience with not for profit funding and reporting
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a strong ability to exchange knowledge
Strong verbal and written English language communication skills; fluency in additional languages, relevant to the Agency’s communities of service, will be considered an asset
Must be qualified to work in Canada legally for the employer
Able to provide a Vulnerable Sector Screening check with a ‘Clear’ or satisfactory result that meets the operational requirements of the Agency
Working Conditions
Modern office workspace illuminated by either fluorescent, LED, incandescent, or natural light sources
Able to access older buildings and workspaces that have not been converted to meet current accessibility standards
Quiet to moderate noise levels that are consistent with a modern office space in which multiple employees work simultaneously
Overtime as required
Physical and Sensory Demands
Long periods spent at a desk/computer
Manual dexterity required to use desktop computer and peripherals
Able to tolerate a variety of indoor environments as determined by program location
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Position Summary Reporting to the CEO, the Director, Finance will be an important and integral part of the Leadership Team. Director, Finance will lead Dixon Hall's financial management function, providing strategic and operational oversight of accounting, budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, and internal controls across the Agency. The Director ensures the financial integrity of Dixon Hall's operations, safeguards its resources, and provides senior management and the Board with the financial insight needed to support sound decision-making in service of Dixon Hall's mission. The Director, Finance will also liaise with the Board and participate in Board meetings, work with the Chair of the Finance Audit and Risk Committee, and other Board committees as required; undertake and update the Risk portfolio for the agency and manage the finance department in the areas of accounts payable; confirm the accuracy of monthly remittances; record deposits to accounts receivable as well as; you will be responsible for the annual audit working papers and the work required by the finance department to coordinate the annual audit as well as ensuring timely and accurate invoicing; update and maintain the accuracy of the internal database(s); ensure the completion of all administrative duties related to the Finance Department.
Duties and Responsibilities Strategic Financial Leadership Employment Type :Permanent, Full-Time Department : Finance Union: Excluded Salary : $130,000 - $140,000 File # :26-FA-12 Posting Date :September 10, 2026 Posting Close :September 23, 2026
Position Summary Reporting to the CEO, the Director, Finance will be an important and integral part of the Leadership Team. Director, Finance will lead Dixon Hall's financial management function, providing strategic and operational oversight of accounting, budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, and internal controls across the Agency. The Director ensures the financial integrity of Dixon Hall's operations, safeguards its resources, and provides senior management and the Board with the financial insight needed to support sound decision-making in service of Dixon Hall's mission. The Director, Finance will also liaise with the Board and participate in Board meetings, work with the Chair of the Finance Audit and Risk Committee, and other Board committees as required; undertake and update the Risk portfolio for the agency and manage the finance department in the areas of accounts payable; confirm the accuracy of monthly remittances; record deposits to accounts receivable as well as; you will be responsible for the annual audit working papers and the work required by the finance department to coordinate the annual audit as well as ensuring timely and accurate invoicing; update and maintain the accuracy of the internal database(s); ensure the completion of all administrative duties related to the Finance Department.
Duties and Responsibilities Strategic Financial Leadership
Serve as Dixon Hall's senior financial strategist, translating the Agency's mission and strategic plan into a sound, sustainable financial framework
Advise the CEO and Board on the financial implications of strategic decisions, including program expansion, new funding opportunities, and organizational risk
Build and maintain Dixon Hall's financial sustainability strategy, including reserve fund policy, revenue diversification, and long-term capital planning
Monitor the regulatory and funding landscape (provincial, federal, and municipal) affecting the non-profit and charitable sector, and advise leadership on emerging risks and opportunities
Lead Agency-wide operational and capital budgeting and forecasting processes, aligning departmental budgets to strategic priorities
Analyze cost and revenue performance against budget across all programs and funding streams to assess financial performance and risk
Investigate budget and reporting variances and lead corrective action in partnership with program leadership
Identify and act on opportunities for cost efficiency and revenue growth across the Agency
Oversee fund accounting practices to ensure accurate tracking and reporting of restricted and unrestricted funding across all programs and funders (municipal, provincial, federal, and philanthropic)
Ensure compliance with individual funder reporting requirements and deadlines, including government funding agreements administered through Ontario Health Teams and other current provincial/municipal funding bodies
Oversee the integrity of client billing, fee revenue, and accounts receivable processes across program areas, ensuring accurate reconciliation between program systems (e.g., CIMS) and the Agency's accounting system
Oversee the accuracy and timeliness of donation processing and reconciliation between the donor database (e.g., SUMAC) and the accounting system, in partnership with Fund Development
Prepare and present financial statements, variance analyses, and strategic financial reporting to the CEO, Board, and Finance/Audit Committee
Ensure the adequacy and ongoing effectiveness of internal controls across all financial processes
Develop, monitor, and enforce financial policies and procedures governing accounting, budgeting, forecasting, and project/program tracking
Lead the annual external audit process and serve as primary liaison to the Agency's auditors
Ensure timely and accurate charitable regulatory filings (including the CRA T3010 Registered Charity Information Return) and compliance with all applicable non-profit financial regulations
Lead the modernization of Dixon Hall's financial systems and processes, identifying opportunities to automate manual, repetitive tasks (e.g., billing reconciliation, revenue posting, payroll allocation, donation reconciliation) currently performed across CIMS, ADAGIO, and SUMAC
Champion the adoption of integrated, cloud-based financial and reporting tools that reduce manual data entry, minimize reconciliation errors, and free up Finance team capacity for higher-value analysis and strategic support
Evaluate and recommend automation opportunities in funder reporting, program cost allocation, and month-end close processes, balancing efficiency gains against cost, staff capacity, and data security requirements
Partner with IT and external vendors to scope, implement, and change-manage new financial systems or automation tools, ensuring proper internal controls and audit trails are maintained throughout
Build the Finance team's digital capability, ensuring staff are trained and equipped to work effectively with new tools and systems as automation is introduced
Ensure accurate accrual and allocation of payroll & vendor costs, including benefits allocation by program and funding source
Oversee accurate program-based cost allocation for government and third-party funded positions
Ensure payroll-related financial reporting (including CRA remittance reconciliation) is accurate and current
Ensure CRA compliance on all financial matters
Lead, develop, and supervise the Finance department, fostering a culture of accuracy, accountability, and continuous improvement
Hire, train, coach, and formally evaluate Finance team members
Build team capability to support the Agency's growing scale and complexity
Partners with Directors and program leaders across Dixon Hall to ensure financial decisions support — and are informed by — operational and client-service realities
Champion a client-focused, mission-driven approach to financial management, recognizing Finance's role in enabling Dixon Hall's community impact
Drive process improvements and technology modernization (accounting systems, reporting tools) to increase efficiency and data reliability across the Agency
Qualifications
CPA, CGA, College Diploma in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, or a related field or equivalent senior level financial experience
10-15 years of experience in Financewith 10 years in managerial positions
Ability to oversee and manage teams
Experience with budgets, accounting, and reporting systems
Strong working knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles
Proficiency with a variety of accounting software, CIMS for billings and SUMAC accounting software and spreadsheet programs and applications
Effective attention to detail and a high degree of accuracy
Ability to build and maintain lasting internal and external relationships
High level of proficiency with Microsoft Office productivity suite
Knowledge and experience with office operational equipment
Experience with not for profit funding and reporting
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a strong ability to exchange knowledge
Strong verbal and written English language communication skills; fluency in additional languages, relevant to the Agency’s communities of service, will be considered an asset
Must be qualified to work in Canada legally for the employer
Able to provide a Vulnerable Sector Screening check with a ‘Clear’ or satisfactory result that meets the operational requirements of the Agency
Working Conditions
Modern office workspace illuminated by either fluorescent, LED, incandescent, or natural light sources
Able to access older buildings and workspaces that have not been converted to meet current accessibility standards
Quiet to moderate noise levels that are consistent with a modern office space in which multiple employees work simultaneously
Overtime as required
Physical and Sensory Demands
Long periods spent at a desk/computer
Manual dexterity required to use desktop computer and peripherals
Able to tolerate a variety of indoor environments as determined by program location
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