The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) is a key member of the executive leadership team, responsible for overseeing all financial activities of the agency. The CFO ensures the fiscal integrity, transparency, and sustainability of the organization is in alignment with its mission, values, and obligations to Indigenous communities and funding partners. The CFO leads budgeting, financial reporting, funding compliance including grants and contracts management, audits and financial planning and supports decision-making at the executive and board levels.
Responsibilities
• Develop, manage, and monitor annual and multi-year operating budgets, capital planning, and long- range financial forecasts.
• Lead all budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting functions.
• Ensure compliance with government regulations, funding agency requirements, and non-profit accounting standards.
• Ensure compliance with funding agreements from federal and provincial government or agencies.
• Oversee financial reporting, including funder-specific reports, financial statements, and audit preparation.
• Lead grants and contribution agreement management, ensuring timely reporting and adherence to program budgets.
• Supervise finance staff and ensure effective internal controls, policies, and systems.
• Serve as a strategic advisor to the board of directors, Executive Director, and management on financial matters.
• Establish and monitor internal financial controls, accounting procedures, and risk management strategies.
• Work collaboratively with program managers and departments to build financial understanding and capacity.
• Monitor cash flow, investments, and risk management strategies.
• Work collaboratively with program and operations teams to support financial literacy and accountability across departments.
Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field; CPA or MBA preferred; a combination of education and experience will be considered.
• Knowledge of Indigenous governance, community protocols, and the historical and current context of Indigenous child and family services.
• High level of integrity, discretion, and cultural humility.
• Experience working with non-profit or government-funded agencies, especially in child and family or human services sectors.
• Deep knowledge of non-profit financial management, fund accounting, and grants/contracts compliance.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP)
• Knowledge of legislation on BC Labour Code, Occupational Health and Safety, Privacy and Human Rights as well as requirements for INAC and MCFD Funding and Reporting
This position's starting wage is $105,537.43.
