Chief Financial Officer and Vp, Corporate Services

Chief Financial Officer and Vice-President, Corporate Services and Redevelopment (22-NU-225)

**About Bruyère**
Driven by learning, research and innovation, Bruyère leads an integrated system of care and plays a critical role in the regional health care system providing services across its hospitals specializing in rehabilitation and complex continuing care, long-term care homes, family health teams, and in supportive and independent living for older adults. As a multi-site academic health care organization, Bruyère is affiliated with the University of Ottawa. Our research leads to constant innovation in the services we provide with a focus on providing care that promotes independence. This work is enhanced by our Foundation that shares our story and raises funds with the support of our generous community.

As part of Bruyère, you will be contributing to fulfilling our Mission which is committed to improving the quality of life of our patients and residents by living our values of respect, compassion, collaboration, accountability and learning.

**Function Summary**
Reporting directly to the President and CEO, the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) and Vice-President (VP), Corporate Services & Redevelopment is accountable for achieving both corporate and program objectives of the organization. The incumbent is responsible for providing strategic and operational leadership in the planning, development and implementation of activities pertaining to finance, budget administrative procedures and systems, support staff and ancillary services, including Financial Services, Marketed Services & Business Development, Nutrition & Food Services, Procurement and Logistics, Emergency Preparedness, Security and Environmental Services and Telecommunications, Information Systems, Facilities Management, Redevelopment and Space Planning.

As a key member of the Senior Strategy Team, the incumbent will ensure the efficient and effective management of the resources and systems essential to the administration of the Bruyère Continuing Care in accordance with evolving corporate objectives. The incumbent will work closely with Ontario Health East, the Ministry of Health, the Ministry of Long Term Care, as well as affiliated organizations (Bruyère Foundation, Bruyère Research Institute, Champlain Health Supply Services, The Ottawa Hospital Food Association, and Hospital Linen Services).

This is a unique opportunity for a dedicated, experienced, and passionate leader. If you are ready to take on a new challenge and contribute your expertise to great projects in a dynamic academic health organization, this position is for you

**Required Qualifications**
- Bachelor's degree in Commerce and / or Administration or an equivalent combination of experience, education and training;
- Minimum 10 years of executive/senior financial management experience in a major health care setting, preferably in an academic health organization, with a proven record of achieving objectives;
- Professional accounting designation - Chartered Professional Accountant (Chartered Accountant, Certified General Accountant, or Certified Management Accountant).

**Key Competencies**
- Extensive staff management experience;
- Proven track record of budgetary and fiscal responsibility;
- Experience working in health administration in a leadership position;
- Demonstrated ability to work well in complex and evolving environments;
- Capacity to establish good working relationships with various levels of government;
- Understanding of the working relationships that exist in an academic health organization environment;
- Experience in implementation of complex projects and systems;
- Advanced oral and written communication skills.
- Ability to think strategically, conceptually and be visionary;
- Exceptional organizational and time management skills in prioritizing and meeting urgent and competing deadlines;
- Sensitive to diverse cultures within a community or with experience in a community consisting of diverse groups;
- Politically astute, with an ability to recognize and manage divergent interests;
- Operates in an objective and transparent manner;
- Agent of change;
- Excellent interpersonal skills;
- Strong decision making, problem recognition and problem solving skills;
- Exceptional work ethics;
- Ability to generate and interpret analytical reports to inform decision-making;
- Strong focus on patient / resident care.

**Additional Information**

All applicants must provide a recent CV, and a cover letter that clearly indicates that they meet the required qualifications. Copies of their degrees and certifications, if applicable, must also be included.

Bruyère promotes the principles of diversity and inclusion and adheres to the Employment Equity Act. Bruyère is committed to developing inclusive, barrier-free selection processes and work environments. If contacted regarding this competition, please advise the departmental official of the accommodation measu