Habitat for Humanity Chief Financial and Administrative Officer

Habitat GTA’s head office is situated in North York, Ontario on the territory of the Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation, the Anishinabewaki, the Hodenosauneega and the Wendake-Nionwentsio peoples.

Are you passionate about tackling the affordable housing crisis? Are you looking for a tremendous opportunity, as a finance and administration leader, to maximize and strengthen the capacity and impact of a well-respected organization, and interact with financial professionals from partner organizations in the real estate development, financial services and other sectors? Can you operate at a strategic level to bring informed, critical thinking to ongoing efforts to adapt and innovate models for delivering more in an increasingly challenging real estate environment?

Habitat for Humanity Greater Toronto Area (GTA) is seeking a values-based, senior finance leader to become its next Chief Financial and Administrative Officer (CFAO). As the largest Habitat affiliate of 48 in Canada, Habitat for Humanity GTA serves the City of Toronto, Region of Durham, Region of York, City of Brampton, and Town of Caledon. This is a rare opportunity for an innovative, purpose-driven CFAO to lead finance, information technology, office services, infrastructure and human resources at one of the most prominent and vital housing affordability organizations in the region and country.

Reporting to the CEO, the Chief Financial and Administrative Officer is a key member of the executive team and and a trusted advisor to the CEO on organizational strategy, decision-making, and organizational leadership. The CFAO is accountable for building, leading, coaching, developing and empowering a high- performing and dedicated team, and in doing so, fostering an inclusive and thriving work environment.

As the ideal candidate, you are an accomplished, and well-rounded CPA-qualified finance and administrative leader who is energized by Habitat for Humanity’s mission. Your leadership experience spans core financial functions (profit and loss management, audit, accounts receivable, accounts payable, cash flow forecasting, and enterprise risk management), complex financial modelling, and administration (information technology, office services, infrastructure, and human resources). A background in multi-year capital projects is a must. While not mandatory, exposure to real estate development financing would be desirable. You have a track record of optimizing operations and financial performance reporting through technology. You are adept at leading change in a complex and dynamic environment and you take pride in working alongside energetic, mission-driven colleagues.

If you are interested in this unique and exciting opportunity to lead an engaged and passionate team of individuals looking to drive positive impact in Toronto and surrounding communities, we would like to hear from you! For more information, please contact Marleigh Robertson ([email protected]).

Habitat will provide support in its recruitment processes to applicants with disabilities, including accommodation that takes an applicant’s accessibility needs into account. If you require accommodations during the interview process, please contact Marleigh Robertson ([email protected]). Every effort to accommodate candidates will be made in a way that is equitable and respectful of their additional professional, community, and personal responsibilities.