Director of Finance

The Role

We are currently seeking the ideal candidate to fill the position of: Director of Finance.

FoodShare is a food justice organization, advocating for the right to food and working to challenge the systemic barriers that keep people from accessing food. We support community-led food initiatives and work alongside those most impacted by poverty and food insecurity including Black and Indigenous people, people of colour, people with disabilities and those living on a low income.

Whether it is supporting urban farms, subsidizing local produce markets or coordinating community kitchens all of our work is about folks accessing food on their own terms. Our vision is a Toronto where everyone can feed themselves, their loved ones and their communities with dignity and joy.

We operate on a people-centered model that values fair compensation, policies that respect the well-being of the team, healthy boundaries and the contributions of our team members at all levels.

Overview:

We're seeking a strategic and values-driven Director of Finance to lead our Finance team and steward FoodShare's financial health and sustainability. Reporting to the Executive Director, This role offers both operational and strategic leadership across budgeting, planning, compliance, and reporting, ensuring our financial practices align with our mission and values.

Duties include (but are not limited to):

Leadership & Management

• Lead the Finance team with the development of annual workplans and department budgets, providing supportive feedback, performance management and coaching.
• Develop and maintain financial policies, procedures, and internal controls that are transparent, equitable, and compliant with CRA, legal, and accounting standards.
• Serve as signing officer; support the ED and Treasurer in preparing for and presenting at Board and committee meetings.
• Provide mentorship and support to Finance staff, fostering a culture of trust, learning, and collaboration.
• Identify organizational training needs and support program managers in budgeting, financial literacy, and grant compliance.
• Foster a culture of financial accountability and shared stewardship across the organization.
• Stay informed on relevant legislation and emerging trends in nonprofit finance.
• Participate in the Senior Leadership Team (SLT) and internal committees.
• Provide limited oversight of HR functions related to finance.

Financial Strategy & Planning

• Lead annual and multi-year budgeting in collaboration with the ED and other departments.
• Provide financial insights to inform strategic decisions, risk management, and investment planning.
• Develop long-term sustainability plans, including reserves, cash flow, and capital needs.
• Support financial modeling for earned revenue, grants, and social enterprise initiatives.
• Align fundraising strategies with financial planning and tracking.

Accounting, Compliance & Reporting

• Ensure accurate and timely financial statements, dashboards, and reports for staff, Board, funders, and auditors.
• Lead annual audit preparation and ensure compliance with financial and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain and improve financial systems; support implementation of new tools or platforms.
• Oversee payroll, benefits administration, and finance-related HR functions in collaboration with HR.
• Monitor cash flow, A/P and A/R, bank reconciliations, and grant tracking.
  Ensure responsible use and reporting of restricted and unrestricted funds.

Qualifications & Experience

• Clear commitment to food justice and equity, with the ability to embed these principles into financial practices and communication.
• 5+ years of experience in financial management, preferably in the nonprofit sector.
• 3+ years of experience in a senior management or leadership role, including oversight of direct reports.
• Proven expertise in nonprofit accounting, budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting.
• Experience supporting Boards and/or Finance Committees and managing audits.
• Proficiency in accounting software (esp. Sage Intacct), Google Sheets, and Excel.
• Knowledge of CRA compliance and charity financial reporting.
• Experience with social enterprise or earned income strategies is an asset.
• Experience overseeing complex budgets (up to $10M+).
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to make financial data accessible to diverse audiences.
• High degree of personal integrity.
• CPA designation or equivalent experience is an asset.

Salary and Benefits:

• Salary: $84, hours per week)*
• Vacation: 4 weeks paid vacation per year
• Winter Shutdown: 1-2 weeks paid winter shutdown 
• Extended Health Benefits: Available upon start
• Retirement Contributions: Matching TFSA/RRSP (up to 4%) contributions after 3 months

• Personal Leave Days: 10 paid personal leave days per year
• Wellness Days: 20 paid wellness days/sick leave per year

*Note: As part of FoodShare's commitment to equity, salaries and benefits are non-negotiable.

Additional Information:

Contract Type: Full-Time, Indefinite
Reports to: Executive Director
Supervises: Finance team members, management and non-management

Location: Remote-first hybrid with some in-person meetings at 120 Industry St. or other partner locations across Toronto as needed.

TO APPLY: Please submit your resume and cover letter by 9:00am on Thursday October 23, 2025

Please note that we may only be able to contact candidates selected to move forward in the hiring process.

Selection Process:

1. FoodShare's recruitment process involves the anonymization of all resumes prior to their being screened by the hiring committee. This step removes applicant personal details (names, email, addresses), educational & employment institutions, years of work experience, and personal interests to reduce potential for bias. Please make sure to detail your experience in your resume/cover letter to ensure the committee has the information they need to assess your qualifications for the role. This process takes at least 2 weeks from the application deadline.
2. The hiring committee will review anonymized versions of the applications that pass the initial screening and decide which to invite to interview. This process usually takes about 1 week.
3. The hiring committee will conduct first [and second, if applicable] round interviews with selected candidates. When we interview job candidates, we acknowledge that this is work and we compensate at the rate of $75.00 per interview. Additional details will be provided by the HR Coordinator. 
4. Candidates will be sent the interview questions 48 hours in advance of their scheduled interview. Candidates are welcome, but not expected or required, to send any questions they have for the hiring committee in advance of the interview. These usually occur about 4 weeks after the application deadline. 
5. Interviews will be conducted on and considered paid working time. 
6. HR will conduct reference checks for the candidate they intend to extend an offer to. This process usually takes about 1 week.
7. HR will send the selected candidate an Employment Agreement, which the candidate will have at least 1 week to review and return.

We're looking for someone who is not only financially savvy but also committed to reimagining how financial systems can support community-driven, justice-centered work. If you believe spreadsheets and equity can coexist — we want to hear from you.

FoodShare strives to create a workspace that reflects the diversity of identities and lived experiences that exist within the communities we work alongside. We are committed to working to identify and dismantle systemic forms of oppression in the food system. Racialized people and others from equity-seeking groups are over-represented in food insecurity and poverty statistics, but are significantly under-represented in community-based food work. We believe that those most affected by an issue must have access to paid positions in organizations tasked with challenging poverty and food insecurity. If you see yourself reflected in 80% of this job posting, please consider putting yourself forward.