Director of Finance

Director of Finance & Operations, Canada Program Apply for the Director of Finance & Operations, Canada Program at The Nature Conservancy. What We Can Achieve Together This position is open to candidates in Ontario, Alberta and Northwest Territories. The Director of Finance and Operations, Canada Program (DFO) is responsible for all financial and project accounting processes and information for two entities: Nature United (Canadian GAAP) and The Nature Conservancy’s Canada Program (US GAAP). The role supervises a team, reports to the Deputy Director of Nature United, and collaborates with global colleagues from the Nature Conservancy. The DFO provides high level financial analysis and advice for senior organizational leadership and the Nature United Board of Directors and will be pivotal in shaping and implementing an evolving global operating model to strengthen alignment across regions and enhance organizational efficiency. The DFO serves as the subject matter expert on Canadian GAAP, financial matters, policies, procedures, and guidelines. They manage the complex interrelationship between the Canadian and US entity and serve as a liaison between TNC and Nature United. They reinforce consistency in organization’s policies and procedures and ensure financial compliance with Canadian and US charity laws. They lead budget and forecast development, month‑end and year‑end processes and reporting, facilitation of audit and regulatory filings, providing financial stewardship and risk mitigation. Responsibilities & Scope Lead the finance and operations team, fostering a culture of transparency, collaboration, and accountability. Work closely with the Leadership Team, Program Directors and Nature United Board of Directors to align financial and operational strategies with organizational goals. Develop and manage the organizational budgets, forecasts, and plan for long‑term financial sustainability. Prepare and present financial reports to the board, staff, and stakeholders, ensuring transparency and accuracy. Ensure that all programs and departments are financially viable and align with the organization’s budget and strategic plan. Ensure that programmatic commitments, Nature United and TNC Canada Program policies and procedures, and financial standards are met and managed for ethical compliance, and adhere to Canadian and US charity laws. Assess existing internal financial controls to safeguard assets, ensure efficient use of resources, and design and implement enhancements as needed. Oversee the annual audit process, liaise with external auditors, and manage the Finance & Audit committee of the Board of Directors. Oversee the day‑to‑day operations of the organization including office management, ensuring smooth and efficient functioning. Develop and implement policies and procedures to ensure effective and efficient processes. Identify areas for operational improvement and implement strategies to optimize workflows and resource utilization. Evaluate financial and operational risks and develop strategies to mitigate them. Oversee grant management processes, including application, reporting, and compliance. Oversee financial activities such as purchasing, processing invoices, negotiating, and contracting with vendors. Direct or participate in negotiations for complex, high‑profile, or sensitive agreements. Maintain confidentiality of sensitive information. Minimize legal risk to Nature United and the TNC Canada Program and ensure legal compliance with applicable regulations. Some travel required, as is flexibility with working hours. We’re Looking For You TNC is a workplace where we care about each other and know that what we do matters, and that our work makes a difference. The ideal candidate should have exceptional communication and collaboration skills and experience designing, organizing, and directing complex projects. This position will work in collaboration with all departments to advance our strategic priorities and reimagine conservation in Canada. What You’ll Bring CPA, CGA or CMA certification, as well as non‑profit GAAP accounting experience. Bachelor’s degree and 8 years related experience or equivalent combination, including 3 years managing operations functions. Significant financial and accounting experience at a Canadian non‑profit organization. Strong experience with MS Excel and financial systems, including enterprise ERP and budgeting tools (e.g., Workday, SAP, Hyperion, Power BI, etc.). Experience managing and supervising a multidisciplinary team. Experience working with cross‑functional teams across multiple organizational levels. Fluent English is required. Desired Qualifications Excellent communication skills including presentations, conversations, and documents. Excellent interpersonal skills and experience building effective relationships at all organizational levels. Experience managing a diverse and geographically dispersed team. Experience working with board of directors and supporting board committees. Eagerness to participate in cultural competency training and advancing right relations with Indigenous Peoples. Salary Information This position may only be based in a Canadian province or territory where TNC is registered (Ontario, Alberta, Northwest Territories). The starting pay range for a candidate selected for this position is generally within the range of $155,000 – 165,000 CAD for annual base salary. Your geographic location will be confirmed during the recruitment. Equal Opportunity Employer TNC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our commitment to equal employment opportunity includes the recognition that our conservation mission is best advanced by the leadership and contributions of people of all backgrounds, beliefs, and culture. Recruiting and mentoring staff to create an inclusive organization is a priority, and we encourage applicants from all cultures, races, colors, religions, sexes, national or regional origins, ages, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity, military, protected veteran status or other status protected by law. Who We Are The Nature Conservancy’s mission is to protect the lands and waters upon which all life depends. As a science‑based organization, we create innovative, on‑the‑ground solutions to our world’s toughest challenges so that we can create a world in which people and nature thrive. Benefits TNC offers competitive and comprehensive benefits packages tailored to the individual countries where we work. These may include health care benefits, retirement benefits, parental leave, paid time off, life insurance, disability coverage and an employee assistance program. Application Process Our recruiting process includes a rolling interview process to ensure we engage applicants in a timely manner. The role will be unposted once a strong candidate pool is identified. The timeline may vary depending on the expressed interest in the role, so we highly encourage candidates to apply as soon as possible. #J-18808-Ljbffr