Summary

The CFO plays a key role on the Executive Team, providing strategic leadership and oversight to ensure the financial sustainability of Communitas. Responsible for the overall financial operations, the CFO drives efficiency, compliance, and alignment with the organization’s strategic goals, while overseeing the implementation of effective financial systems and leveraging technology for process improvements.

Description

ABOUT US

We are a faith-based, registered charity that supports people of all abilities in a variety of person-centered ways. These supports include home living, community support, employment, respite, and social enterprises in Metro Vancouver, the Fraser Valley, and Vancouver Island. All these services have common goals: instilling a sense of belonging, facilitating personal growth, and enabling people to make positive contributions to their community.

The people we serve may live with developmental disabilities, may have an acquired brain injury, or live with mental health challenges. No matter what their story is, they all deserve a place of belonging. From this connected and supported place, they can direct their own growth and make the contributions they aspire to make.

SPECIFIC DUTIES

Financial Leadership and Oversight:

  • Directs financial planning and reporting, and payroll operations, ensuring compliance with laws, standards, and funding requirements

  • Establishes and maintains financial controls and policies to protect assets and infrastructure

  • Leads the annual audit and provides timely financial information to the CEO and Board

  • Manages government funding, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements

  • Provides financial insights and guidance to the CEO and Board, supporting budget development and long-term planning

  • Aligns financial policies with COA Financial Standards and oversees investment and capital planning decisions

  • Drives technological innovation in finance and payroll operations

System and Process Responsibilities:

  • Leads the vision for efficient and effective financial systems and processes, leveraging technology to streamline operations

  • Oversees system implementation and integration, ensuring data accuracy across all platforms

  • Drives process improvements, ensuring systems are scalable and secure

  • Monitors system effectiveness and implements enhancements to support organizational goals

General Responsibilities:

  • Upholds Communitas’ Mission and Core Values while promoting transparency and accountability in financial management

  • Recruits and mentors finance and payroll teams, fostering a culture of continuous improvement

  • Collaborates with the Executive Team on compensation, risk management, and organizational strategy

  • Engages with government, funders, and external agencies to ensure compliance and build effective relationships

  • Other duties as necessary

REQUIREMENTS

  • Master’s Degree (Business Admin, Finance, etc.) and/or CPA designation

  • 5+ years in senior financial management

  • Alignment with Communitas’ values and support model for people with disabilities

  • Strong leadership, communication, and financial management skills

  • Non-profit sector experience and social services experience are assets

  • Flexibility for evening/weekend work as needed

WHY JOIN US

If you’re interested in working with Communitas, you already know that you care about people of all abilities. But there are so many reasons to consider joining this unique community. Here are just a few.

WORK WITH PURPOSE

At Communitas, your purpose is to create belonging, support personal growth, and enable people of all abilities to make the contributions we aspire to make. In a world where people with disabilities still face obstacles to belonging, growth, and contribution, this is a powerful purpose. It’s been inspiring our team since the 1970s.

MENTORSHIP

Mentorship matters. Our team is full of experienced and caring individuals who will motivate, teach and inspire you. Leaders at Communitas are committed to supporting you in your personal and professional goals.

OPPORTUNITIES

Opportunities for growth are imperative to personal success in a career. We provide long-term training for aspiring managers and provide opportunities for you to advance your skills and qualifications, resulting in a rewarding career with Communitas.

RELATIONSHIPS

Nurturing, respectful relationships are the cornerstone to any healthy, fulfilled life, and at Communitas, they’re at the centre of what we do. Consider joining our team if you place meaningful connections high on your list of priorities.

BENEFITS (100% Employer paid)

  • Group Life insurance

  • Dependent life insurance

  • Accident and serious illness

  • Long Term disability (DMI provides extra support)

  • Extended Health care

  • Dental Care

  • Prescription Drug Coverage

  • Travel Insurance and assistance

  • Travel Cancellation Insurance

  • Employee and family assistance program (Life Works)

  • Virtual Healthcare (Sparrow)

OPTIONAL BENEFITS: (100% Employee paid)

  • Optional life insurance

  • Optional Accident and Serious illness

  • Optional Critical illness

OTHER:

  • Municipal Pension Plan