Fractional Chief Financial Officer (CFO) Nucleus Independent Living • Oakville, ON | Hybrid

About Nucleus

Nucleus Independent Living is an innovative and learning organization, focused on providing exceptional, culturally sensitive care to residents in the Mississauga Halton community to enable frail seniors and adults living with physical disabilities to live their best life independently, at home. Our highly committed staff embody our ICCARE values of Innovation, Compassion, Collaboration, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence in the delivery of personalized care, where every person’s experience is exceptional, every time. We are committed to creating a safe environment where you feel heard, valued for the work you do, able to grow and learn, and make a difference to every person you touch.

Why We’re Adding a Fractional CFO

With new growth initiatives on the horizon we are seeking a seasoned strategic finance leadership without the permanence of a full-time executive seat. A fractional CFO will give our Board and leadership team high-calibre guidance while allowing flexibility for both parties.

The Opportunity

As Fractional CFO, you’ll be Nucleus’s senior financial steward, shaping strategy, strengthening controls, and cultivating a data-driven culture. Reporting to the CEO and partnering closely with the Senior Leadership Team you will undertake the following:

Key Responsibilities

Strategic & Advisory

Build a long-range financial plan that aligns with our 2025–2028 strategic roadmap;
Advise on capital structure, banking relationships, and risk-mitigation strategies (insurance, reserve policies, scenario modelling);
Partner with People & Culture on union negotiations (CUPE/Unifor), and total-rewards cost modelling;
Act as finance liaison to the Board, preparing clear dashboards and briefing materials for quarterly meetings;

Operational & Compliance

Provide oversight and support to current Finance Team
Lead annual budgeting and quarterly re-forecast cycles; present variance analyses and funding proposals to the Finance & Audit Committee.
Ensure compliance with CRA, ONCA/Not-for-Profit Corporations Act, Federal Charitable Status, Ontario Health reporting, WSIB, and audit requirements.
Coach and elevate a three-person finance team; assess systems for automation and insight improvements.

The Ideal Candidate

Must‑Have Experience

CPA (CA/CMA/CGA) in good standing, plus 10+ years’ progressive senior finance leadership.
Track record guiding not‑for‑profit or public‑sector organizations > $10 M through growth and funding‑model change.
Mastery of budgeting, cash‑flow management, funder‑mandated reporting, and board relations.
Hands‑on systems skill set (Excel modelling, cloud ERP, BI tools).

Preferred Assets

Prior fractional/consulting engagements demonstrating ability to create impact in limited hours.
Exposure to home‑ and community‑care, long‑term‑care, or broader public‑sector healthcare.
Familiarity with HOOPP, collective agreements, and Ontario Health accountability agreements.
Experience with for profit, taxable companies

You Bring

Strategic vision
Collaborative, coaching mindset
Exceptional communication, able to translate numbers into stories
Integrity and discretion
Change‑management savvy
Curiosity and continuous‑improvement drive

Engagement Details

Time commitment: ~8–16 hours per week (blend of on‑site and remote)
Contract term: 12 months, renewable by mutual agreement
Compensation: Competitive hourly/day rate commensurate with experience
Start date: September 2025 (flexible)

How to Apply

Email your resume and a brief cover letter to inna.hoover@nucleusonline.ca with the subject line “Fractional CFO – Your Name”. In your letter, tell us one way you have helped a mission‑driven organization turn financial insight into measurable community impact.

Nucleus Independent Living is an equal‑opportunity employer committed to an inclusive, accessible recruitment and selection process. Accommodations are available upon request.

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