We are seeking a Chief Financial Officer to join our growing team at the House at 240 McCaul Street, Toronto.
The Opportunity
Ronald McDonald House Toronto is entering a pivotal and exciting new chapter.
Under the leadership of newly appointed CEO, the organization is evolving its Senior Leadership Team to support continued growth, deepen impact, and strengthen long-term sustainability. This transformation is grounded in a clear ambition: to ensure that every family with a seriously ill child has access to the care, support, and community they need—when and where they need it most.
To help realize this vision, we are seeking a Chief Financial Officer (CFO) who will play a critical role in shaping the future of the organization.
This is more than a finance leadership role. It is an opportunity to build and lead an integrated financial, technology, and governance function that enables smarter decision-making, strengthens resilience, and supports mission-driven growth.
The Organization
Since 1981, Ronald McDonald House Toronto has served as a place to call home for families with seriously ill children undergoing treatment. Ronald McDonald House Toronto encompasses a House for 81 families in downtown Toronto and seven Family Rooms in hospitals across the Greater Toronto Area and in Sudbury. The families we serve come from throughout Ontario, across Canada and around the world.
As demand for services continues to grow, Ronald McDonald House Toronto is investing in the systems, leadership, and infrastructure required to scale its impact and ensure long-term sustainability.
The Role
Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer and serving as a key member of the Senior Leadership Team, the CFO is responsible for providing strategic financial leadership and overseeing enterprise risk, governance, and technology functions across the organization.
The CFO will:
- Shape and execute multi-year financial strategies that support our mission and growth
- Lead enterprise risk management, capital planning, and financial governance
- Oversee Information Technology, cybersecurity, and privacy as core enablers of organizational resilience
- Partner with the CEO, Board, and leadership team to drive data-informed decision-making
This role is central to building the structures, systems, and insights required for a modern, high-performing organization.
Key Responsibilities Include
Strategic Financial Leadership
- Develop and lead long-term financial strategies aligned with the organization’s strategic priorities
- Provide forward-looking financial insights, scenario planning, and performance analytics
- Serve as a trusted advisor to the CEO and Board on financial sustainability and growth
Governance, Risk & Board Partnership
- Support the work of Board committees, including Finance, Audit & Risk, and Investment
- Establish and oversee enterprise risk management frameworks
- Provide strategic reporting and insights to support Board-level decision-making
Technology, Cybersecurity & Privacy Leadership
- Provide executive oversight of IT strategy, cybersecurity, and data governance
- Ensure strong privacy frameworks, regulatory compliance, and risk mitigation practices
- Lead investments in technology and systems that enable operational efficiency and data-driven decision-making
- Strengthen business continuity, vendor risk management, and security practices
Capital, Liquidity & Financial Stewardship
- Guide capital planning, reserves strategy, and investment frameworks
- Monitor financial performance, liquidity, and funding sustainability
- Ensure strong financial controls, reporting integrity, and audit readiness
Organizational Leadership & Partnership
- Lead and develop Finance and IT teams, fostering a high-performing and collaborative culture
- Partner closely with Development to support revenue forecasting and funding strategy
- Collaborate across Programs and Operations to align financial planning with service delivery
The Successful Candidate
The ideal candidate is a strategic and forward-thinking financial leader who brings both technical expertise and a strong commitment to mission-driven work, ideally in a not-for-profit environment.
Experience & Qualifications
- CPA designation with senior finance leadership experience (10+ years as VP or CFO or equivalent)
- Proven experience in financial strategy, capital planning, and governance
- Experience working with Boards and Board committees
- Experience overseeing IT, cybersecurity, and/or privacy frameworks
- Experience in nonprofit, healthcare, or similarly complex environments is an asset
The successful candidate will need to undergo a successful reference check, a satisfactory background/police check, and immunization process as per the House & Hospital Partners policies.
Leadership Profile
- Strategic thinker with the ability to translate data into insight and action
- Strong communicator with executive presence and influencing capability
- Systems-oriented leader who can build structure, discipline, and clarity
- Collaborative partner who works effectively across functions
- Values-driven leader committed to the mission of Ronald McDonald House Toronto
Ronald McDonald House Toronto understands that for any role, it’s possible that no one person will possess all of the desired qualifications. The following is an outline of the qualifications we believe are important to bring to the position and/or develop while in the role.
What We Offer
At Ronald McDonald House Toronto, you’re not just taking on a job; you’re becoming part of a mission that makes a tangible difference every day. As the CFO, you'll play a key role in helping families feel at home when they need it most. You’ll have the opportunity to work with compassionate people, enhance your skill set, and contribute to a life-changing cause. In addition to meaningful work that supports families during critical moments, this is a unique opportunity to:
- Join a transforming executive team under new leadership
- Play a defining role in strengthening financial sustainability and organizational resilience
- Lead across finance, technology, risk, and governance in an integrated way
- Contribute directly to improving the lives of families navigating serious childhood illness
If you're looking to make a difference every day in the lives of children and families, submit your application today!
This posting is for an active vacancy that the organization is currently seeking to fill.
We do not use artificial intelligence (AI) or automated decision-making tools to screen, assess, or select candidates.
Ronald McDonald House Toronto is committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion in the workplace. As an equal opportunity employer, we are dedicated to building a qualified workforce that reflects the diverse communities and families we serve, and to fostering an inclusive, accessible, and respectful environment where all individuals feel valued, supported, and have equitable opportunities to succeed.
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