Senior Director, Finance

Senior Director, Finance & Business ImprovementPermanent Full-Time Toronto, ON, CA
5 days ago Requisition ID: 1998
Salary Range: $125,000 to $175,000 Annually
Senior Director, Finance & Business Improvement
Permanent
Full-time
Finance & Administration
TIFF is a charitable, cultural organization dedicated to presenting the best of international and Canadian cinema and creating transformational experiences for film lovers and creators of all ages and backgrounds in our home - TIFF Lightbox. Our mission: To transform the way people see the world, through film.
TIFF is committed to embracing diversity and treating all individuals with respect, dignity and fairness by removing physical, social and economic barriers to participation.
We encourage you to reflect on the land that you are on, who the traditional keepers of the land are, what the treaty relationship is, or if it’s unceded territory. TIFF is located on the Treaty Lands and Territory of the Mississaugas of the Credit and the traditional territory of the Anishinaabe, the Wendat, and the Haudenosaunee. We are grateful to work on this land.
We are currently hiring for the position of:
Senior Director, Finance & Business Improvement
A senior leadership role responsible for strengthening organizational financial integrity, governance, and operational efficiency. This role provides deep technical accounting leadership while driving continuous improvement across financial systems, policies, processes, procurement, and enterprise risk management
RESPONSIBILITIES:Financial Leadership & Audit ManagementSupport the preparation and review of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements for senior leadership and the Board.
Serve as the primary lead for the Annual Audit and Government Funding Audits, including the preparation and review of account reconciliations, analyses, and financial statements with notes.
Act as the technical accounting authority and policy owner, ensuring compliance with GAAP and internal control frameworks.
Manage and project future cash flows to support organizational needs, including TIFF Lightbox and Festival operations.
Ensure compliance with all treasury and tax requirements.
Business Improvement & Operational ExcellenceDirect process mapping, redesign, and automation initiatives to improve efficiency and scalability.
Serve as the financial lead on current and new system implementations (e.G., Netsuite, Ticketmaster), ensuring proper testing, internal control compliance, and accurate reporting.
Develop dashboards and performance metrics to monitor departmental and system performance.
Lead vendor governance and procurement strategy to drive cost optimization and purchasing efficiencies.
Standardize contracting and vendor performance management processes.
Oversee the organizational procurement process and ensure alignment with financial operating policies.
Insurance & Risk ManagementLead insurance strategy, including renewals and claims management.
Maintain the enterprise risk register and develop comprehensive mitigation plans to strengthen business resilience.
Leadership & Stakeholder PartnershipLead and develop a high-performing accounting team through goal setting, professional development, coaching, and consistent feedback.
Partner with executives and cross-functional leaders to provide financial updates and strategic guidance.
Develop and manage the operating budget for the Finance department.
JOB GRADE & SALARY:Job Grade 6
Job Grade Salary Range: $125,000 - $175,000 Annually
Our salary ranges reflect the range of skills and experience required for the role. Typically, candidates new to the role are positioned up to the midpoint of the range, with progression through the range based on performance and development over time. The top of the salary band is for employees who consistently demonstrate high performance in their role.
May 11th, 2026
WORK LOCATION:Office Location: 350 King Street West, Toronto, ON M5V 3X5
Weekly in-office requirements:
Minimum 2 days (November to April)
Minimum 3 days (May to October)
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:Education and experienceBachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or Business.
CPA (CA, CGA, or CMA) designation or experience equivalency as determined by the CFO.
10+ years of progressive finance leadership experience, including external audit leadership.
Experience in technical accounting policy development and business transformation.
Process improvement or project management certification preferred.
Technical skills:Strong understanding of GAAP and proven proficiency in financial statement preparation and analysis.
High level of integrity.
Detail oriented with strong financial and business analytical skills.
Ability to adapt to a fast paced, ever changing environment.
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