Director of Finance

Association for New Canadians is a non-profit, community based organization dedicated to the provision of settlement and integration services for immigrants and refugees.

Job Title:                        Director of Finance

Location:                        St. John’s, NL
Position Type:                1 full-time position

Closing date:                    This position will remain open until filled

Reporting to the Executive Director, the Director of Finance, as a member of the Executive Management Team, will support in managing the day-to-day financial affairs of the organization. Their responsibilities entail guiding budgeting and forecasting processes while ensuring transparency and compliance with financial regulations. Additionally, providing strategic financial guidance to support the achievement of organizational goals is a crucial aspect of the role.

Role and Responsibilities

• Contribute to the financial integrity and health of the organization by providing timely and accurate financial reports to management, funding agencies and the Board of Directors
• Prepare or coordinate the financial statements, summaries, and other cost-benefit analyses and financial management reports
• Evaluate financial reporting systems, accounting procedures and investment activities and make recommendations for changes to procedures, operating systems, budgets and other financial control functions to the Executive Team and program managers
• Support Directors in the development of annual financial forecasts, metrics and program budgets
• Develop divisions and organizational budgets, as well as the financial and variance reports for comparative analysis
• Conduct critical risk management analysis and identify solutions on monthly variances with the goal of balancing the yearly budget
• Oversee the timely execution of all payroll matters including the organization’s computerized Payroll and confirm all government remittances
• Maintain rigorous compliance with the standards and guidelines established by financial regulatory bodies, auditors, and government authorities
• Liaise with stakeholders and funders with respect to financial agreements and program status
• Serve on the Board of Director’s Finance and Risk Management Committee as a non-voting committee secretary and management liaison
• Work with the Chair of the Finance and Risk Management Committee, the Executive Director and the External Auditor in preparing for and presenting year-end audits
• Providing leadership and support to the reporting teams and championing the organization’s culture (including equity, diversity and inclusion) and overall effectiveness
• Actively lead in supporting a welcoming, inclusive and respectful working environment through best practices and a culture that fosters employment equity