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Interim Director of Finance Reports to: CFO | Duration: 6 months | Location: GTA Our client, a well-respected community hospital, is looking for an experienced finance professional to provide key expertise to support the CFO and to operationally lead the finance team on a daily basis. In this handson leadership role, you will oversee a diverse finance team, manage the monthend process, the budgeting and forecasting for the organization alongside partner with the CFO to elevate the sophistication of processes and technology within the finance function. The interim will contribute to the achievement of the hospital''''s strategic priorities, lead key finance and corporate initiatives, and engage with internal and external stakeholders on operational and capital planning matters, internal and external statutory financial reporting, business cases, policy development, and compliance. This is a great role for an experienced finance leader with a passion for leading people, who loves driving change and can be both technical and strategic. Key Accountabilities Coach, lead, and inspire a talented team. Oversight of general accounting, payroll, accounts receivable, accounts payable, treasury functions, case costing, and capital and financial planning. The Director is also accountable for coordinating the annual financial cycle, including budgets, audited financial statements, and mandatory reporting requirements, while upholding a comprehensive framework of internal controls and financial policies that ensure reporting integrity, mitigate risk, and promote transparency. Assess all current processes and provide key insight and action opportunities to improve the efficiency of the finance function. Perform a talent assessment providing key insights to the CFO. Prepare all monthly financial statements for presentation to Senior Management and the Board. Work with the CFO to optimize new systems and processes which have been recently implemented. Assess current management reporting tools and processes, improving information accessibility and giving leadership the data they need to make more informed decisions. Prepares and/or directs the analysis and compilation of financial information to hospital leaders, the CFO, and the Board as required. Oversee the AP and AR functions and provide financial expertise to support new operational and capital investments. In collaboration with the CFO, prepare all working papers for the yearend financial audit. Under the direction of the CFO, oversee the completion and/or preparation of all required financial reporting to external agencies. Qualifications & Education Minimum of five years of progressive financial leadership at the management level in a hospital setting, the successful individual exemplifies a servicecentered approach grounded in trust and collaboration. The successful candidate will demonstrate a proven ability to lead, mentor, and inspire highperforming teams while fostering strong relationships across diverse stakeholder groups. The successful candidate will also demonstrate proven ability to lead teams through change and drive operational improvements. Exceptional analytical acumen, critical thinking and organizational capability, combined with the ability to influence, negotiate, and synthesize and communicate complex financial insights are essential. The preferred candidate will also possess the capacity to navigate complex relationships and drive performance within a highly regulated environment. A university degree in Business Administration or a recognized equivalent, along with a professional accounting designation (CPA or equivalent), is required. Ability to articulate, promote and implement a management process with extensive delegation. Ability to analyze concerns or problems in area of expertise and model a problemsolving methodology. Ability to assess the effectiveness of programs and activities on the basis of quantifiable outcomes. Proven leadership abilities and performance management experience. Knowledge of accounting and auditing theory, principles and concepts adhering to GAAP and Ministry of Health guidelines. Excellent interpersonal/listening skills to interact effectively with individuals of all backgrounds, experience and education levels. Excellent written and oral communication skills. Strong integrity, ethics, and commitment. Application Instructions Please send your CV (as a Word doc) to: [email protected] (Subject: Job Title) Lee Hecht Harrison Knightsbridge Corp. is committed to providing equitable treatment and accommodation to ensure a barrierfree recruitment process. In accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code, Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and our AODA policy, a request for accommodation will be accepted as part of the hiring process. If you require accommodation to apply or if selected to participate in an assessment process, please provide your accommodation needs in advance to the Recruitment Lead for this opportunity. We thank all interested candidates in advance; however, only individuals selected for interviews will be contacted. October 2025 #J-18808-Ljbffr