Director of Finance

Director of Finance

Part-time Fixed-term (July 2026 January 2028) Victoria BC

Finance with Purpose. Leadership with Impact.

At PowerToBe we believe nature is a powerful equaliser. We create access to the outdoors for youth families and adults living with cognitive physical financial and social barrierssupporting people to discover theirlimitless abilities.

Werelooking for aDirector of Financewho brings strong financial leadershipanda heart for purposedriven work. This is a unique opportunity to steward our financial health while helping an organization create lasting social change.

Why This Role Matters

As Director of Financeyoullbe a strategic partner to ourCoCEOs Leadership Team and Board ensuring our financial systems are trusted transparent and resilient. Your work will strengthen decisionmaking safeguard resources and support the longterm sustainability of programs that change livesoutdoors.

This30hour/week fixedterm roleis ideal for a seasoned finance leader who values flexibility impact and collaboration.

WhatYoullBe Doing

Financial Leadership & Stewardship

• Lead accounting operations endtoend (G/L A/P A/R payroll monthend & yearend close)
• Ensureaccuratetimelyfinancial reportingin accordance withASNPO
• Oversee cashflow planning forecasting and financial risk management
• Lead the annual audit and serve as primary liaison with auditors
• Prepare and present clear insightful financial reports to the Board and Audit & Finance Committee
• Strengthen internal controls policies and compliance (CRA Income Tax Act)
• Partner with the CoCEOs on strategic financial decisions and complex accounting matters
• Support grant compliance and reporting alongside the Head of Grants &Impact

Budgeting Planning & Decision Support

• Lead the annual operating and capital budget process
• Provide forecasts scenario analysis and actionable financial insights
• Help leaders across the organization build confidence and financial literacy

Leadership Culture & Governance

• Coach and mentor finance staff and volunteers
• Build a collaborative inclusive team culture rooted in PowerToBes values
• Integrate risk management into planning and organizational decisionmaking
• Act as a trusted advisor to leadership and the Board
• Champion participant safety and ethical stewardship of resources

Connection to Mission

• Participate in aPowerToBe program once per quarter
• Support community and fundraising events through financial planning or onsite presence
• Help cultivate a strong valuesaligned reputation for PowerToBe

Required Qualifications & Experience

• CPA designationwith a minimum of2 years postdesignation experience(or an equivalent combination of education and seniorlevel experience)
• Seniorlevel experience leading fullcycle accounting including A/P A/R G/L payroll and monthend/yearend close
• Experience developing and managing budgets forecasts and cashflow planning
• Direct experience leading an annual financial statement auditand preparing materials for Boards and Audit & Finance Committees
• Working knowledge of Canadian Accounting Standards for NotforProfit Organizations (ASNPO)and CRA/Income Tax Act requirements
• At least 2 years of peoplemanagement experiencewith responsibility for staff oversight and departmental budgets
• Strongproficiencywith Exceland comfort working in cloudbased accounting systems ()

Core Skills & Competencies

• Ability totranslate complex financial informationinto clear practical insights for nonfinance audiences
• Strongorganizational skills attention to detail and ability to manage competing deadlines
• Provenjudgment discretion and integritywhen handling sensitive financial information
• Collaborative approach and ability topartner effectively across departments and with governance bodies
• Acoachingoriented leadership stylethat supports learning accountability and continuous improvement
• Analytical mindset with the ability to assess riskidentifytrends and recommend actionable solutions

Additional Assets (Nice to Have)

• Experience working in thenonprofit or charitable sector
• Familiarity withSalesforceor integrated financetofundraising systems
• Demonstrated ability to think strategically seeingbeyond the numbers to organizational impact and opportunity
• Experience supporting organizational change or transition

Terms of Employment

Location:4633 Prospect Lake Road Victoria BC

Hours:30 hours per week

Term:July 2026 January 2028

Salary range:$75000$85000 (prorated)

Reports to:CoCEOs

Total Rewards Include:

• 3 weeks vacation to start
• Paid annual winter closure (2 weeks)
• Flexible work schedule
• Professional development & annual training
• Access to outdoor equipment & prodeals
• A workplace that encourages bringing your whole selfand your passionsto work

Our Commitment to Inclusion

Power To Be is committed toequity diversity inclusion and actively encourage applications from people who have been historically underrepresented and strive to create a workplace that reflects the communities we serve.

Accommodation requests are welcomeplease contactTamara Monod People & Culture Advisorat.

How to Apply

Visit thePowerToBe Careerspageto view the full job description andsubmityour application.

We practiceopenuntilfilled recruitment with reviews beginningimmediately. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.