Independent Living Services Simcoe County
Director of Corporate Services & Finance
Permanent Full-Time
Our Values: Care and Compassion, Empowerment, Innovation, Respect and Inclusivity
Who we are:
Independent Living Services Simcoe County (ILS) is a leading Ontario Health funded Not for Profit Agency providing support and services to adults wishing to live independently and well in their homes. Through our programs and services, we are able to assist adults living with permanent physical disabilities and seniors aging at home lead dignified, productive and independent lives. You can learn more by visiting www.ilssimcoe.ca
What you would be doing:
The Director, Corporate Services and Finance is a key member of the Senior Leadership Team, responsible for the strategic and operational oversight of financial planning and corporate services (information technology and facilities management). This role ensures organizational sustainability through sound fiscal management, operational efficiency, risk mitigation, and proactive leadership in business infrastructure, IT, and administrative services.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Financial Management & Oversight
Ensure ILS’s financial systems, policies, and practices meet all legislative, regulatory, and funding requirements.
Provide accurate, timely, and insightful reporting to support Board and leadership decision-making.
Lead budgeting, forecasting, and audit processes with transparency and integrity.
Implement robust internal controls to safeguard resources and ensure accountability.
Oversee the payroll function to ensure accuracy, compliance, and timeliness.
Use financial modeling and scenario planning to guide investment, sustainability, and growth decisions.
Serve as the lead liaison for external and internal audits, ensuring readiness, full compliance, and timely resolution of findings.
Budget Development & Monitoring
Lead an inclusive and data-driven budgeting process in collaboration with department leaders.
Monitor expenditures and proactively address variances to keep programs on track.
Support grant applications and donor stewardship with accurate, compelling financial information.
Corporate Operations & Administration
Oversee procurement, contracts, and operational policies that drive efficiency and value for money.
Ensure business processes are streamlined, responsive, and aligned with ILS’s mission.
Build strong vendor relationships and negotiate agreements that maximize benefits to the organization.
Information Technology Leadership
Champion a forward-looking IT strategy that supports innovation, efficiency, and secure service delivery.
Oversee the adoption of technology solutions that improve data integrity, workflow, and collaboration.
Lead cybersecurity planning, ensuring systems are secure and resilient.
Facilities Management
Ensure all ILS facilities are safe, functional, and compliant with health, safety, building, and accessibility standards.
Lead space planning, renovations, and capital projects to meet current and future needs.
Manage facilities budgets, maintenance schedules, and vendor partnerships.
Oversee emergency preparedness and ensure timely resolution of facility-related issues.
Strategic Leadership
Shape and champion ILS’s vision by guiding the creation and delivery of strategic and operational plans.
Promote organizational strategies that reflect the diversity of the communities we serve and remove barriers to inclusion.
Build forward-looking financial and operational strategies that position ILS for long-term success.
Forge strong partnerships and drive growth by providing the financial insight and risk analysis needed to support innovative funding and collaboration opportunities.
Risk Management & Governance
Serve as the Privacy Officer, responsible for privacy governance, compliance with relevant legislation (e.g., PIPEDA), oversight of privacy impact assessments, training, and responding to privacy-related inquiries or incidents.
Participate in the organization’s risk management strategy, identifying and mitigating risks within the department and across all operations.
Maintain ongoing compliance with legal, funding, and accreditation requirements.
Organizational Performance & Accreditation (CARF)
Lead the department’s performance measurement effort, tracking results against strategic and operational goals.
Ensure accurate, timely performance data is available for decision-making and stakeholder reporting.
Embed CARF standards into daily operations and lead accreditation readiness in the department year-round.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education & Certification
Degree in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, or related field.
Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) designation or equivalent strongly preferred.
Experience
5-7 years of senior leadership experience in finance and operations, ideally in the non-profit and/or healthcare sector.
Demonstrated success in budgeting, risk management, strategic planning, organizational performance management, and organizational leadership.
Experience managing IT and facilities functions is an asset.
Skills & Attributes
Strong knowledge and experience working with accounting software, Microsoft Office Suite, and ideally Great Plains/Quadrant (accounting/HRIS).
Knowledgeable about funding frameworks, legislation, and governance requirements in the non-profit and healthcare sector in Ontario.
Demonstrated commitment to advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion in leadership practices.
Strategic thinker with exceptional problem-solving and decision-making skills.
Excellent emotional intelligence skill-set re; self-awareness, self-management, social awareness and relationship management.
Strong communicator, able to translate complex information into clear, actionable insights.
Proven ability to inspire, coach and support individuals, applying principles of mentorship and performance support.
Bilingualism (French/English) is an asset.
Compensation
Salary is commensurate with experience and qualifications.
Comprehensive Benefits Program including Health and Dental, Long-Term Disability Plan and RRSP Employer matching Program.
Other Details
Serves as a secondary signing officer for ILS.
Occasional travel within Simcoe County is required.
Occasional evening work is required.
This is a full-time, permanent position and a hybrid work arrangement. Scheduled time in the Barrie office will be required as well as some travel within Simcoe County. Access to a reliable vehicle and valid insurance for travel is required. Monday – Friday 8:30am-4:30pm including an on-call rotation for Senior Management Coverage.
In keeping with our continuing efforts towards greater representation, we welcome applicants with relevant lived experience and candidates with a broad reflection of identities including Black, Indigenous, People of Colour (BIPOC), 2SLGBTQI+, age, abilities and socioeconomic background.
In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), ILS provides accommodation, accessible formats, and communication supports at all stages of the hiring process. We ask applicants to make their needs known in advance by contacting jobs@ilssimcoe.ca or phoning (705) 737-3263.
ILS offices are located in Simcoe County. We acknowledge that the land on which we work in is the traditional territory of the Anishinaabek Nation. The Wendat and the Haudenosaunee Nations have also walked on the territory over time. We acknowledge the enduring presence of Indigenous people and are grateful to have the opportunity to be present in the territory.
Please note, only successful candidates will be contacted.
