Director of Finance Full Time

Director of Finance – The Broadway Group

This executive search is conducted by Nelson/Kraft & Associates on behalf of The Broadway Group

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

The Broadway Group is searching for a detail oriented financial professional to join their team as Director of Finance (DOF).

Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer (CEO), the Director of Finance is responsible for providing financial management and operational consultative support. As a member of the executive leadership team, the DOF is involved in strategic planning, evaluating and future development initiatives. In a collaborative leadership style, you will build and manage effective and streamlined financial systems, including accounting, legal and information technology in compliance with Canadian Accounting Standards, Ministry of Health legislation and regulations and Health Authority guidelines. The DOF defines the process and implements the infrastructure/systems needed to support substantial growth as set out by the mission and vision.

If you are a servant hearted leader and strategic thinker who is a team player with a supportive leadership style, we would love to hear from you.

WHO WE ARE

The Broadway Group is a family of charities and non-profits which exist to provide housing and care for older adults and people living with diverse abilities and below market rental homes for all.

Currently the group consists of three societies over multiple sites in the Lower Mainland. Group members have been providing care and housing for over 50 years. Motivated by its Christian roots, the group aims to provide professional, compassionate and respectful support to all people of all faiths and backgrounds.

Broadway Lodge is a 114-bed long term complex care home located in south False Creek in Vancouver. Providing care since 1981, the Lodge offers 24-hour nursing care with hospitality services such as full meals, housekeeping and laundry. The Lodge also provides additional care and services in the areas of recreation, music therapy. restorative care, spiritual and chaplaincy care. The Broadway Lodge team actively advocates in their dally efforts to promote their mission of Excellence in Care.

Residences for Independent Living Society (RILS) provides housing at two separate sites. False Creek Residence, also located in south False Creek in Vancouver, provides homes to 24 adults living with diverse abilities as a long term care home.

The Steveston Residence, located in Richmond, opened in 2000 providing 10 supported housing homes and 10 private low cost apartments.

Founded in 1969 by a group of parents of young adults living with complex medical and physical conditions, RILS envisioned a home-like care environment, which would enable residents to live with the necessary support to lead fulfilling, independent lives.

The RILS philosophy or care provides life­ enhancing experiences, supportive programs, social and community integration and recreational activities for all residents.

This is all made possible by our highly committed staff and board, assisted by a multitude of volunteers. We all share the same vision for RILS: empowering our community to achieve the best quality of care for themselves.

Shiloh Housing Society (SHS) was formed in 1988 by Rev. Bernice Gerard, Velma Thompson and the Sunday Line Communications Society to assist in providing affordable rental homes in the Vancouver area. The Society currently manages two locations – Shiloh Place and The Redwoods.

SHS is a non-profit organization committed to ensuring efficient, well-managed residences with care for the physical, social and spiritual wellbeing of our community.

While recognizing individual choice, the Society promotes building community and social connection by providing a positive environment in Shiloh Housing residences.

OUR MISSON

To provide quality care, safe shelter and affordable homes motivated by the compassion of Christ.

OUR VISION

We envision homes where people experience a life of dignity, joy and connection. As we grow in size and impact, we are committed to creating a future where every individual thrives, surrounded by a caring and compassionate community.

OUR VALUES

Loving
Respectful
Servant Leadership
Stewardship
Excellence
 

QUALIFICATIONS
CPA designation, preferred.
Bachelor’s degree in business, economics, finance or equivalent.
Minimum 5 years’ experience in a senior financial role, demonstrating experience in financial management and accounting, ideally in the non-profit sector.
Strong working knowledge of accounting principles, practices and applications.
Experience and knowledge in accounting, reporting systems, internal controls and audits performed by external audit firms.
Demonstrated resourcefulness in setting priorities, proposing new ways of creating efficiencies and guiding investment in people and systems.
Flexible and a self-starter; able to multi-task while also being highly detail oriented.
Strong personal qualities of integrity, credibility and a commitment to the organization’s mission.
Able to work effectively and efficiently together with others to achieve common goals and objectives.
Able to build and maintain strong relational teams and to relate well with people at all levels within and outside the organization.
Capable of being honest and forthright in all dealings within and outside the organization.
Maintains a well-defined sense of diplomacy, including solid negotiation, conflict resolution and people management skills.
Proficient communication (both written and verbal), interpersonal and organizational skills.
 

Location: Vancouver, BC

Application Deadline: open until a suitable candidate is found

Start Date: TBD

Salary Range: $120,000 – $130,000

APPLY online at nelsonandkraft.com/jobs with your cover letter and resume. You must be eligible to work in Canada.

ABOUT US

Nelson/Kraft & Associates Inc. is an executive consulting firm that specializes in working with not-for-profits and for-profit businesses across Canada, assisting them in the placement of senior executives and directors.

Nelson/Kraft & Associates Inc. welcomes and encourages all interested applicants to apply for this position. Nelson/Kraft & Associates Inc. is committed to the principles of diversity and inclusion in its hiring practices, and will only make distinctions among interested applicants in accordance with the applicable Human Rights legislation.

Nelson/Kraft & Associates Inc. also welcomes and encourages applications from candidates with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in the selection process. If you require disability-related accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact us.