Director, Finance Job at YMCA of GREATER VANCOUVER
Date Posted: May 11th, 2023
Position Title: Director of Finance
Location: 620 Royal Avenue, New Westminster
Terms: Full-time, Permanent (35 hours per week)
Salary: Currently
Under review
Start Date: As soon as possible
Reports To: Chief Financial Officer
Nature & Scope:
The Director of Finance will ensure that financial procedures and controls are in place; and will safeguard YMCA finances and assets. The Director will deliver a high level of business partnering support to our Chief Financial Officer, working with YMCA BC’s Senior Leadership Team and Finance & ERM Committee. Responsible for overseeing and leading the Finance team, including developing and improving accounting processes to ensure streamlined month and year-end accounting closes. The Director of Finance will be responsible for leading the year-end audit.
Major Responsibilities:
- Along with the CFO, the Director of Finance will provide staff support to the Finance & ERM Committee of the Board including preparation of agendas and developing meeting schedules; preparation of all reporting; attendance at meetings; and may act as a resource to the Committee Chair. They will provide staff support to the Investment Committee and will provide financial reporting to all YMCA BC entities including oversight of preparation of all financial reporting.
- Oversee all financial reporting and accounting activities, including the review of monthly financial statements for all three YMCA of BC legal entities.
- Lead and direct the year-end audit process, including coordinating regularly with external auditors.
- Direct the analysis and implementation of new accounting standards under the ASPE NPO framework.
- Oversee the annual budgeting and forecasting process and quarterly monitoring for all three legal entities.
- Identifies and creates informative metrics, reports and analytics that drive business decisions and outcomes.
- Evaluate internal controls and accounting processes and provide recommendations for improvements.
- Lead and provide mentorship to other members of the financial reporting and FP&A team (Approx 15 members)
- Be aware of external market trends with financial matters (including technologies and market variability) and bring that information into the organization.
Qualifications/Experience:
- 10+ years’ of progressive and relevant accounting experience within a medium to large organization
- Bachelor’s degree in Commerce, Finance, or other relevant discipline a benefit
- CPA designation
- Prior experience in non-for-profit and working with ASPE NPO strongly preferred.
- Analytical thinking skills combined with the ability to find creative solutions.
- Advanced proficiency in Excel
- Proficient in utilizing other business tools such as: PowerBI, Sage Intacct or other large ERP systems.
- Prior experience with ERP and/or FP&A systems implementations a plus
- Model appropriate behaviors to staff in line with the YMCA Mission, Vision and Values, establishes rapport, maintain effective relationship building behaviors with staff and members, and represent the YMCA and the Association in a professional manner.
- Strong leadership skills to motivate, coach, and mentor team members.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, including relationship building, influencing and facilitation
- Experience working in a dynamic environment and demonstrated reliance during times of change.
Competencies:
In addition to bringing a commitment to YMCA vision and values, the candidate should possess the following competencies:
Leading Self
- Evolve in Professional Capability – Commit to being better
- Achieve Excellence and Authenticity – Show up with the best version of you
Leading Others
- Develop the Potential in Others – Help people grow and lead
- Create a Culture of Connection – Build bridges between people and partners
Leading Mission
- Think and Act Strategically – Make good decisions and act on them
- Make an Intentional Impact – Advance the strength and cause of the Y
Benefits:
- Free YMCA gym membership
- Business casual dress code
- Flexible schedule and 35-hour week
- Professional development and training opportunities
- Extended health and dental benefits
- Disability and life insurance
- Employee assistance program with free access to counselling
- Retirement plan with employer matching
- Subsidized childcare
About the YMCA:
YMCA BC is a charity dedicated to strengthening the foundations of community, by nurturing the potential of children, teens & young adults, promoting healthy lifestyles, fostering a sense of social responsibility and delivering lasting personal & social change to grow in spirit, mind, and body.
Since January 2023, YMCA of Northern British Columbia, YMCA-YWCA of Kamloops and YMCA BC are officially one association, with one mission to strengthen our impact for communities across British Columbia. We are YMCA BC. This transition marks a new chapter in our long-standing history of building communities, transforming lives, and connecting people of all ages, stages, backgrounds and abilities, to unique opportunities to learn, grow, and reach their potential.
YMCA BC provides services in health, fitness & aquatics, childcare, camping, employment & community services to over 150,000 participants annually. Our values guide our decision-making and behavior:
Do the right thing - We are caring, respectful, honest and responsible in all we do- Put people first - We believe in the strengths, perspectives and passion of people
- Keep our promises -We do what we say we will do
- Lead by example -We are courageous, speak with conviction, listen attentively, and collaborate
The YMCA BC is committed to creating an inclusive, accessible environment where all members of our community feel valued, respected, and supported. We encourage applications from the diverse communities in which we live and serve, including but not limited to people of colour, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity. We have established policies, procedures, and practices to meet accessibility standards throughout the hiring process. Should you require any accommodation throughout the recruitment process, please do not hesitate to contact our Human Resources department.
Application Process:
Internal Applicants: Please apply online through the ADP Workforce Now Career Center.
External Applicants: Apply here.
Application deadline: Ongoing until filled, consideration of candidates will begin immediately
Thank you for your interest and application.
Due to the high volume of applications received, only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
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