Investing in women means a better future for all. Founded in 1945 with the creation of the CARE Package ℠, CARE is a leading humanitarian organization working around the globe to save lives, defeat poverty, and achieve social justice. CARE puts women and girls at the centre of their work because we cannot overcome poverty until all people have equal rights and opportunities. CARE develops solutions alongside women and girls to lift themselves, their families, and communities out of poverty and out of crisis. CARE is headquartered in Ottawa with staff based across the country and around the globe. CARE Canada works closely with the Government of Canada and other Canadian and global partners and with incredible women’s rights organizations in the countries where their projects take place.

 

The Director, Corporate Finance plays a strategic and operational leading role in the organization, as they are responsible for the sound financial management of the organization and for the delivery of efficient, value-added, cost-effective services. A member of the Senior Leadership Team (SLT) and reporting to the Chief Operations Officer they play a vital role in strategic decision-making, long-term organizational planning and operations as CARE Canada continues to enhance its capacity and continuously strive for best in-class practices. The Director Corporate Finance leads a team with responsibility of overall financial operations including financial planning and analysis, budgeting and forecasting, auditing and financial reporting.

 

The ideal candidate for this opportunity is a seasoned finance leader with a CPA designation and a proven track record of leading full‑cycle accounting operations, treasury, budgeting, financial planning and analysis, forecasting and financial reporting within complex environments. They bring a minimum of five years’ leadership experience, demonstrating strong team leadership and the ability to build a culture of financial excellence and continuous improvement. They excel at identifying and developing efficiencies, strengthening controls, and ensuring organizational accountability. The successful candidate is a strategic thinker who provides insightful financial analysis and forward‑looking advice to support senior leadership in resource allocation, risk identification, and organizational planning. They collaborate effectively across departments and with external partners, including auditors, government bodies, and international counterparts, ensuring alignment with organizational goals. A strong commitment to gender equity, safeguarding, and fostering safe, inclusive, and respectful workplaces is essential.

 

This is a publicly advertised job posting for an existing vacancy. Expected compensation: $145,000 – $155,000 CAD. The role is remote based in Canada.

 

Odgers does not use artificial intelligence (AI) to screen, assess, or select applicants for a position.

 

To Apply

 

To fill this position, CARE Canada has partnered with leadership advisory firm Odgers. Applications are encouraged immediately and should be submitted online below.

 

We thank all those who express an interest, however only those chosen for further development will be contacted.

 

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

 

CARE Canada is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with the Accessible Canada Act, 2019 and all applicable provincial accessibility standards, upon request, accommodation will be provided by both Odgers and CARE Canada  throughout the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process to applicants with disabilities.

 

Odgers is deeply committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion in all the work that we do. As part of our efforts to better understand our ability to reach as broad a pool of candidates as possible for our searches, our DEI team would like to encourage you to take a moment and access our Self-Declaration Form.