Lead Financial Consultant

Location: Ontario, remote

Language: English

Duration: 6 month contract

 

About the Opportunity

This is a senior leadership opportunity for a strategic finance professional who thrives in purpose-driven environments. As the Lead Financial Consultant, you will guide the financial integrity, operational effectiveness, and long-term sustainability of a public sector organization that serves its community with accountability and care.

Working closely with the executive team, Board, and program leaders, you will play a central role in shaping strategy, strengthening systems, and ensuring resources are aligned to organizational priorities. This role brings together finance, technology oversight, and human resources coordination, offering broad impact and meaningful collaboration across the organization.

 

What’s in it for You

You will join a mission-focused, people-first workplace that values integrity, transparency, and thoughtful leadership. This is a role where your expertise is trusted, your voice is valued, and your work directly supports public service outcomes.

You can expect exposure at the Board and provincial level, opportunities to influence long-term planning, and a collaborative culture that encourages continuous improvement, balance, and professional growth.

 

Your Responsibilities

• You’ll lead the organization’s overall financial management, including accounting systems, controls, and reporting in line with legislative and policy requirements.
• In this role, you’ll oversee the development and submission of Board and provincial budgets, forecasts, and year-end reporting.
• You’ll partner with senior leadership on strategic planning, risk management, and operational decision-making.
• You’ll advise Directors and Managers on program finances, funding, and corrective action planning as needed.
• You’ll design, document, and monitor internal controls to safeguard assets and support successful audits and compliance.
• You’ll oversee asset, risk, and municipal levy planning in alignment with Board policy.

 

Skills and Qualifications

• 5+ years of senior management experience within a public sector environment.
• Post-secondary degree in Business, Commerce, Accounting, or a related field from a Canadian-accredited institution.
• Extensive experience in financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, risk management, and strategic financial planning.
• Experience within municipal or broader public sector organizations, with strong regulatory knowledge.
• CPA designation is considered an asset.
• Strong communication, leadership, and analytical skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly.

Why Partner with Altis

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We appreciate the time and effort all applicants invest in their submissions. Please note that only candidates shortlisted for this role will be contacted directly. However, your profile will remain under consideration for future opportunities that align with your experience and career goals. All qualified applicants will receive fair consideration for employment. We welcome individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities including those who identify as women, members of racialized groups, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, and 2SLGBTQIA+ communities. If you require an accommodation, please review our accessibility policy and reach out to our accessibility officer with any questions. Our human recruiters review all applications and always make the final hiring decision. On occasion, we also use AI-assisted tools to help review applications.