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Job Description: Director of Finance, IT & FacilitiesCommunity Development Council Durham • Ajax, ON, CA
Job Description : Director of Finance, IT & Facilities

Job Description : Director of Finance, IT & Facilities

Community Development Council Durham • Ajax, ON, CA
17 days ago
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  • Full-time
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Job Description : Director of Finance, IT & Facilities

Community Development Council Durham (CDCD) is seeking a strategic and hands‑on Director of Finance, IT and Facilities to provide leadership for the organization’s financial, information technology functions and oversee physical facilities. This role ensures responsible stewardship of financial resources, strong internal controls, regulatory compliance, and effective, secure use of technology to support CDCD’s mission and programs.

Job Information

  • Department : Core
  • Reports to : Executive Director
  • Location : Primary Office Location, Ajax, Oshawa
  • Application Deadline : Monday December 29, 2025, 4 : 00 pm

Company Overview

At CDCD, we are an independent, not‑for‑profit social planning organization that has been enhancing the quality of life for individuals, families, and communities across Durham Region for over 55 years. Through a wide range of settlement, housing, community‑support, research, and social planning initiatives, we empower newcomers and residents to build inclusive, resilient, and thriving communities. Our work is driven by compassion, collaboration, and a deep commitment to equity, social well‑being, and community development.

Duties And Responsibilities

  • Build relationships and establish rapport with existing community partners, vendors, landlords, clients and staff using client‑centered, anti‑oppression, anti‑racism, trauma‑informed, gender‑based analysis plus+ and strength‑based approaches.
  • Maintain confidentiality and privacy protection measures for all community partners, landlords, vendors, staff and clients.
  • Promote a high‑functioning teamwork environment that is inclusive, harmonious, cooperative, efficient and productive.
  • Participate in promoting a positive workplace culture through agency committee membership and departmental activities.
  • Finance & Accounting

  • Lead the development, monitoring, and reporting of the annual agency operating budget, program budgets, and long‑term financial plans.
  • Support executive‑level financial planning and policy development.
  • Oversee all accounting operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, bank reconciliations, month‑end and year‑end closings.
  • Lead preparation of financial statements, analysis and reports, and presentations for the Executive Director, Board, Audit Committee and funders.
  • Ensure compliance with funder requirements (municipal, provincial, federal, and charitable), CRA regulations, and accounting standards for non‑profits.
  • Manage cash flow, investments, and banking relationships.
  • Lead annual audit and liaise with external auditors.
  • Develop and enforce strong internal financial controls, protocols and procedures.
  • Provide financial analysis and insights to support strategic decision‑making and program sustainability.
  • Grants, Contracts & Reporting

  • Oversee financial aspects of grant proposals, contract negotiations, and funding agreements.
  • Support grant budgeting, reporting, and cost allocation.
  • Ensure accurate financial reporting to all funders within specified deadlines.
  • Monitor funding budgets and ensure compliance with spending guidelines.
  • Information Technology

  • Develop and oversee the organization’s IT strategy in alignment with funder requirements, program and operational needs.
  • Manage relationships with IT vendors and service providers.
  • Oversee system upgrades, integrations, and digital transformation initiatives.
  • Establish IT policies and procedures to support staff productivity, cyber security awareness and IT compliance standards.
  • Facilities Oversight

  • Build and manage relationships with new and existing external vendors, contractors, stakeholders and partners.
  • Manage space planning, renovations, maintenance of facilities.
  • Approve purchases of equipment, supplies and services.
  • Key Operational Advisory & Support

  • Serve as a key advisor to the Executive Director.
  • Write and submit reports to the ED in all matters of importance.
  • Maintain control and streamline diverse operational processes, ensuring smooth organizational functioning.
  • Design and implement operational strategies, plans and procedures.
  • Set comprehensive goals for agency performance and growth initiatives.
  • Assist ED in fundraising ventures.
  • Perform other related tasks as assigned.
  • Senior Leadership & Collaboration

  • Supervise, mentor and develop team members.
  • Partner with program managers to support data‑driven decision‑making.
  • Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, automation, and cost‑effectiveness.
  • Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field. Master’s degree is an asset.
  • 7‑10+ years of progressive financial management experience, preferably in the non‑profit or public sector.
  • Demonstrated experience overseeing IT operations, facilities, systems, and strategy.
  • Strong knowledge of fund accounting, grant management, donor management systems and compliance for charitable organizations.
  • Demonstrated leadership and staff management experience.
  • Strong communication, analytical, and organizational skills.
  • Additional Requirements

  • CPA, CMA, or similar financial certification.
  • Relevant IT or project management certifications are a plus.
  • Application Process

    Applicants are requested to submit a resume and a cover letter stating salary expectation, while outlining strengths, experience and aptitude for the position. Please submit applications to https : / / communitydevelopmentcouncildurham.easyapply.co . CDCD thanks all applicants for their interest; however, only those asked for additional information and / or selected for an interview will be contacted.

    Equal Opportunity Employer

    CDCD is committed to providing equal opportunity to all employees. We strive to create a diverse and inclusive workplace that represents the cultural mosaic of the Durham Region and the communities we serve. CDCD is strongly committed to diversity and inclusion within its community and encourages applications from Indigenous peoples, racialized persons / persons of colour, persons with disabilities, women, LGBTQ2S persons, and others who may contribute to fostering innovative ideas and solutions. As an employer, CDCD has a duty to accommodate potential candidates throughout the hiring process in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005.

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