Finance and Operations Director

Since 1953, Empower Simcoe has specialized in providing a wide range of programs and services for people and families throughout Simcoe County.

We are looking for innovative, passionate, and dedicated employees. Our inclusive culture empowers all of us to Be, Belong and Thrive.

If you are looking for a career where you can make a difference and feel proud of the work you do everyday, you've come to the right place.

Your future starts now at Empower Simcoe!

We are presently accepting resumes for a full-time Finance and Operations Director to provide strong direction, development and maintenance of financial systems in accordance with Government regulations, the standards of practice of the agency and the strategic directions of the Agency.

To provide operational leadership for the organization within a specific set of programs, this includes Finance, Information Technology, Property and Procurement and Administration Services.

Compensation package :

• Minimum starting rate of $61.50 per hour; $119,925 annualized;
• 11 statutory holidays are observed, with public holiday pay;
• 4% vacation pay paid on each pay cheque;
• Confidential Employer paid EAP program for you and your family members;

Following the successful completion of a 3-month probationary period :

• Employer paid benefits (life insurance, short- and long-term disability benefits, health and dental);
• Group RRSP plan with Employer matched benefit up to 5% of gross earnings biweekly;
• Employer paid sick, personal leave and vacation hours;
• Ability to work remotely 2 days (or similar)

Minimum Requirements for this position include :

• University degree in Business Management or Accounting plus a Professional Accounting designation e.g. CMA, CGA, CA or an equivalent combination of education and experience as deemed acceptable by the Agency.
• A minimum of 7 years related experience, with a minimum of 5 years recent full-time experience in a senior management role preferably in a human services environment.
• Extensive knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and Not for Profit Accounting Standards;
• Knowledge of facilities management, fleet management and / or Broader Public Sector Procurement directives is an asset.
• Strong leadership, collaborative and communication skills;
• Excellent problem solving, delegation and decision-making skills;
• Strong strategic management and team building skills;
• Proven ability to manage within a unionized environment;
• Detail oriented and deadline driven;
• Project management skills advanced knowledge of computer applications, plus advanced knowledge of accounting software.

Special factors of this position :

• A valid G class drivers' licence and own reliable transportation is required.
• Managing crisis situations effectively.
• Participating in an on-call support system that provides emergency support for the Agency during evenings, weekends and holiday periods.

Duties and Responsibilities (including, but not limited to) :

• Partnering with the CEO, Board of Directors, and Senior Leadership Team on organizational strategy for Empower Simcoe
• Financial planning and monitoring, managing agency subsidies and spending within approved limits
• Providing adequate financial information for the Board of Directors to discharge their trusteeship
• Overseeing the completion of quarterly financial forecasts and annual budgets
• Assisting with identifying and applying for new sources of funding
• Ensuring that all legislative, licensing, funding and related accountability mechanisms regarding Property and Procurement are fully adhered to
• Overseeing the budgets for all services as assigned including the effective allocation of financial resources and expenditure within the budget limitations provided
• Providing leadership for the organization over Information Technology and Administrative Services relative to planning, development and implementation.
• Seeking out relationships both internally and externally that brings strategic advantage to the organization and to the people it supports
• Building opportunities for inclusion for people supported through new collaborative relationships with key community organizations, services and individuals
• Providing leadership to ensure strong day-to-day operational management of portfolio functions and staff;
• Mentoring and working effectively with all assigned staff in terms of listening, motivating, providing feedback on performance, reinforcing good work, problem solving, supporting and building competence
• Participating in agency-wide succession planning and ensure the development of specific succession planning and training strategies within the assigned department
• Ensuring that a strategic planning context is in place for the assigned department that includes formal goals and a work plan that is aligned with the agency's strategic plan, is monitored and evolves / changes over time

Empower Simcoe is committed to a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace where everyone feels respected and valued. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, ethnicity, national origin, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation or disability.

Applications are encouraged from those who reflect the diversity of our community.

SUBMIT APPLICATION BY :

Internal 4 : 00 p.m. Wednesday, September 11th 2024 External 4 : 00 p.m. Wednesday, September 18th 2024

We thank all those who apply for this position. However, only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

Empower Simcoe is committed to being non-discriminatory and providing equal and barrier-free selection and appointment processes and work environments.

If contacted in relation to this position, please let us know if you require accommodation during the recruitment and selection process.

Our inclusive culture empowers all of us to Be, Belong and Thrive.

Please note that incomplete applications will not be considered. If you have any issues with the application process, please contact the People and Culture Department at

Posting #24-119