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VP/Director of FinanceRobert Half • Ottawa, CA
VP/Director of Finance

VP/Director of Finance

Robert Half • Ottawa, CA
30+ days ago
Salary
CA$120,000.00–CA$150,000.00 yearly
Job type
  • Permanent
Job description

Controller (Bilingual)

Location: Downtown Ottawa | Free Parking

Industry: Not-for-Profit | Unionized Environment

Our client, a well-established national not-for-profit organization, is seeking a fully bilingual Controller to lead finance and administrative operations in a unionized environment. Reporting to senior leadership, this role supports an annual budget of approximately $41M and is responsible for financial stewardship, compliance, reporting, payroll oversight, and administrative leadership across national and regional offices.

This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on, collaborative finance leader who enjoys working in a mission-driven organization and can balance strategic insight with day-to-day operational execution.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Management & Reporting

  • Lead the preparation and coordination of the annual operating budget of approximately $41M.
  • Oversee day-to-day accounting operations, including internal controls, cash flow, accounting policies, and investments.
  • Prepare financial statements, management reports, budget-to-actual analyses, and other financial reporting for leadership.
  • Monitor financial performance, investigate variances, and provide recommendations to senior leaders.
  • Ensure compliance with all statutory and regulatory requirements, including CRA, payroll, and Statistics Canada filings.
  • Act as the primary contact for internal and external audits and coordinate all related activities.
  • Support contract review and negotiations for goods, services, and cost-saving opportunities.
  • Provide financial guidance to internal stakeholders, vendors, financial institutions, and external partners.
  • Maintain and monitor membership-related financial and reporting data across multiple bargaining units.

HR, Payroll & Administration

  • Oversee payroll administration, employee benefits, and HR-related budget impacts.
  • Ensure compliance with collective agreements, employment legislation, and internal policies.
  • Support hiring administration, attendance tracking, benefits coordination, and employee support processes.
  • Promote a positive, inclusive workplace through strong HR and administrative practices.
  • Oversee office operations, facilities, equipment, reception, and administrative support functions.

National & Regional Support

  • Serve as a financial and administrative resource to national leadership and regional offices.
  • Provide guidance on financial procedures, compliance requirements, and administrative best practices.
  • Identify opportunities to improve processes and strengthen shared services across the organization.

Team Leadership

  • Supervise and mentor a team of 3 Bookkeepers and 5 Accounting Assistants.
  • Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
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