Vice President, Finance and Corporate Services

Reporting to the President and CEO and working with the Chief Commercial Officer, the Vice President of Finance and Corporate Services (VP FCS) leads financial strategy, management and reporting, IT, risk management, and corporate operations at CAGBC. This role is vital in securing CAGBC’s financial sustainability, supporting strategic planning, and overseeing finance/accounting, IT, risk, administration, procurement, and facility management.
The VP of Finance and Corporate Services will be a forward-thinking leader with a strong track record of in finance and technology space. As an executive leadership team member, the VP will ensure coordinated delivery with other senior leaders across business lines.

Finance

• Advise executive leadership, the Audit and Finance Committee, and the Board on financial strategy, budgeting, forecasting, investments, and risk.
• Develop and manage annual budgets and multi-year financial outlooks, assessing revenue and expenses, market impacts, and risks to drive strategic decision-making.
• Direct all financial functions, including accounting, planning, credit, insurance, taxation, and treasury, ensuring compliance with laws and regulations.
• Support the CEO on financial strategy and the CCO on business execution, providing insights into financial trends and business data.
• Act as Chief Security Officer, maintaining oversight of privacy and legislative compliance.

Technology and Corporate Services

• Define IT infrastructure and systems strategies aligned with business goals and cybersecurity needs.
• Guide digital transformation initiatives, providing insights into IT trends to optimize efficiency.
• Ensure implementation and evaluation of new technologies, focusing on cybersecurity and operational effectiveness.
• Oversee IT service and tool sourcing, ensuring alignment with organizational priorities and security.
• Lead the development of IT systems and policies that support operational and strategic initiatives.
• Oversee contractual, procurement, and legal documentation management, including contracts, leases, and insurance.
• Manage office accommodations across locations, including planning for renovations and capital purchases.

Management and Operations

• As part of the senior leadership team, contribute to the development and implementation of corporate strategic and operating plans, and develop and maintain organizational policies, practices, and procedures.
• Oversee all aspects of FCS team development and growth aspects, including day-to-day functions related to planning, performance, budgets, human resources, and client interactions.
• Provide team members with direction, mentoring, technical guidance, and support for their professional development.
• Prepare reports, provide information and recommendations to the Board as required.

NOTE: This job description highlights the general nature and level of the assignments required by this position. This is not an exhaustive list of duties; additional related duties may be assigned.

• Professional accounting designation (CPA or CMA or MBA)
• Master’s degree
• Over 10 years experience in a senior financial and IT role
• Extensive experience in a leadership role
• Experience in the not-for-profit and for-profit sectors
• French language skills are an asset

• Expertise in budgeting, forecasting, and aligning financial activities with organizational goals.
• Strong understanding of accepted accounting principles, regulatory compliance, and risk mitigation.
• Proficiency in overseeing IT infrastructure, cybersecurity, and tech-driven innovation.
• Skilled in optimizing processes, managing facilities, procurement, and corporate governance.
• Ability to develop long-term strategies and translate them into actionable plans.
• Strong analytical skills to evaluate complex financial and operational data for strategic insights.
• Effective in mentoring, developing talent, and fostering a high-performance culture.
• Ability to effectively engage with Board of Directors, and work senior management teams, and external partners.
• Skilled at simplifying complex information and presenting it to diverse audiences.
• Open to new ideas, with a proactive approach to change and continuous improvement.

Personal attributes

• Strategic thinker with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Forward-thinking, results-driven and adaptable. Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong leadership, influencing and motivational skills to support implementation and ability to multi-task and problem-solve.
• Demonstrated cultural competency in dealing with individuals from diverse regions and backgrounds.
• Collaborative and results-oriented in leading a team of professionals and working with teams at multiple locations
• Good judgement, relationship-building/interpersonal skills and a team player capable of working in a team-oriented, cross-functional and virtual environment.
• Capacity to complete tasks with a can-do attitude and adapt to changing priorities.
• Strong listening and empathy skills and ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing, with high attention to detail.
• A personal work ethic of integrity, accountability, achievement, and perseverance to model a productive and healthy workplace environment.