Salary Range: $120,000 – $145,000 Helmets to Hardhats Canada is a national nonprofit organization connecting transitioning Canadian Armed Forces members, veterans, and reservists with meaningful careers in Canada’s unionized construction industry.With a team of 12 staff and approximately $3 million in annual revenue, Helmets to Hardhats Canada is entering a new phase of growth. The Executive Director is seeking a senior finance leader to take full ownership of the finance function, strengthen infrastructure, and help build the financial foundation for long-term expansion.This is an opportunity to shape and modernize a mission-driven organization at a pivotal stage.Reports to: Executive DirectorThe Opportunity This role combines strategic leadership with hands-on execution.The Director of Finance will:Own the finance function end-to-endServe as the primary financial partner to the Executive DirectorLead modernization of systems, processes, and reportingProvideforward-looking financial insight to support growthOversee payroll and regulatory complianceSupervise 1–2 finance‑adjacent staffInitially, this position requires full in‑office presence to stabilize and strengthen systems. Future flexibility toward hybrid or remote work may be considered once infrastructure and processes are firmlyestablished.Core Responsibilities Financial LeadershipRemain hands‑on in day‑to‑day accounting, including reconciliations, journal entries, and active participation in the month‑end close processOversee full‑cycle accounting and financial operationsPreparetimelymonthly and annual financial statementsManage cash flow planning and funding oversightLead annual budgeting, forecasting, and multi‑year financial planningDesign and strengthen internal controlsappropriate fora growing nonprofitCoordinate year‑end audit and act as primary liaison to external auditorsPayroll & ComplianceOversee payroll processing and statutory remittancesEnsure compliance with government, funding, and statutory reporting requirementsSystems & ModernizationEvaluate and redesign finance workflowsImprove financial transparency for leadership and board reportingImplement scalable systems and reporting toolsBuild infrastructure that supports organizational growthOrganizational PartnershipTranslate financial results into clear operational insightSupport strategic decisions with data‑driven analysisPromote financial discipline and accountability across the organizationIdeal CandidateCPA designation preferredExperience in nonprofit, government‑funded, or grant environments considered an assetSignificant progressive accounting experience (typically 7+ years)Comfortable operating independently in a lean organizationStructured, pragmatic, and solutions‑orientedDemonstrated success modernizing finance systems and processesStrong communicator capable of supporting non‑financial stakeholdersCandidates must be legally eligible to work in Canada.Compensation & Employment TermsSalary Range: $120,000 – $145,000 (commensuratewith experience) Employment Type: Full‑Time, Permanent Benefits: Comprehensive health and benefits package (details to be discussed) Vacation: Competitive paid vacation entitlement Start Date: To bedetermined#J-18808-Ljbffr