Director, Financial Planning, Analysis and Reporting

Goodwill Industries Ontario Great Lakes • Hamilton, ON

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Director of Financial Planning, Analysis (FP&A) and Reporting is a senior leadership role responsible for elevating the financial intelligence of the organization. Serving as a strategic partner to the CFO and executive leadership team, the Director will own enterprise-wide FP&A and financial reporting, drive high-quality decision-making, and lead a culture of data-driven accountability. This role sits within a mission-driven, not-for-profit organization where financial rigor directly enables program impact and organizational sustainability. This is an ideal opportunity for a high-performing Senior Manager or Manager ready to take full ownership of a finance function and grow into broader CFO-track leadership.

If you have a passion for making a difference in your community, helping people and the environment – come join Goodwill! We are a diverse and inclusive team dedicated to improving the lives of others through our mission of WORK.

We welcome all backgrounds, knowledge, abilities, and perspectives. We welcome newcomers to the region to apply. Grow your career, skills and reach your full potential.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, Economics.
• CPA Designation is required
• Minimum 5–8 years of progressive finance experience, including 2+ years in a Senior Manager, Manager, or Lead role with direct accountability for FP&A, reporting, or business partnering functions.
• Experience in a complex, multi-entity or multi-location organization (e.g., non-profit, healthcare, retail, logistics, professional services, or regulated industry).
• Hands-on exposure to both FP&A and controllership functions, including: monthly/quarterly close, budgeting & forecasting, management and Board-level reporting.
• Expert-level financial modeling: scenario analysis, sensitivity analysis, DCF, and capital planning models.
• Deep fluency in financial statements, internal controls, GAAP/IFRS principles, and audit support.
• Advanced proficiency in Excel; strong experience with ERP systems and reporting platforms (Power BI, Adaptive Insights, Workday, or equivalent).
• Ability to rapidly synthesize large, complex datasets into clear, executive-ready insights and recommendations.
• Proven ability to influence and advise senior executives and Board members with financial insights and business recommendations.
• Track record of building and leading high-performing finance teams and driving cross-functional collaboration.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills; experienced in presenting to Boards, lenders, auditors, and executive committees.
• Demonstrated ability to manage competing priorities, lead through ambiguity, and make sound decisions under pressure.
• Strategic thinker with strong commercial acumen and an enterprise-wide perspective.
• Proactive, solutions-oriented leader with a bias for action and continuous improvement.
• High integrity and uncompromising commitment to financial accuracy, transparency, and ethical standards.
• Equally comfortable in the details and in the boardroom — able to move fluidly between execution and strategy.

Nice To Haves

• MBA or graduate-level is a strong differentiator.
• Experience in a not-for-profit, social enterprise, or mission-driven organization.
• Exposure to capital project financing, grant reporting, or government-funded program management.
• Experience leading or contributing to ERP or financial systems implementations.
• Background in enterprise risk management, treasury, or capital markets.

Responsibilities

• Own and lead the full annual budgeting cycle, multi-year strategic plans, and rolling reforecast processes across the organization.
• Build and maintain enterprise-grade financial models to support scenario planning, capital allocation, and long-range strategic decisions.
• Deliver executive-ready variance analysis — actuals vs. budget vs. forecast — with clear narrative, root-cause insights, and recommended actions.
• Drive alignment between financial planning and organizational strategy, translating strategic goals into financial targets and operating plans.
• Direct and oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting cycles, including management reporting, Board packages, and statutory filings.
• Partner with the Controller to continuously improve close accuracy, timeliness, and documentation standards.
• Ensure financial reporting is board-ready: precise, transparent, and decision-relevant for the Board, leadership, and key stakeholders.
• Oversee preparation and review of financial analyses, working papers, and audit-support schedules.
• Serve as the primary finance business partner to program, operations, and executive leadership — translating financial complexity into clear strategic guidance.
• Develop and present forward-looking analyses, sensitivity scenarios, and business cases for growth initiatives, capital investments, and new programs.
• Synthesize complex financial data into compelling narratives and recommendations for non-finance audiences, including the Board of Directors.
• Proactively surface financial risks and opportunities, and recommend mitigation strategies or investment actions.
• Lead or co-lead strategic finance projects including business transformations, M&A analyses, capital structure reviews, and systems implementations.
• Drive enterprise-wide process redesign initiatives that improve financial visibility, reporting accuracy, and planning agility.
• Prepare and present Board-level materials in partnership with the CFO; act as a credible finance voice in senior leadership forums.
• Strengthen the organization’s financial control environment, ensuring policies, documentation, and processes reduce key-person risk and regulatory exposure.
• Identify and implement improvements to financial systems, tools, and reporting infrastructure to enhance resilience and scalability.
• Champion financial discipline and accountability across all departments and cost centres.
• Build, lead, and develop a high-performing finance team, establishing clear performance expectations, mentorship structures, and career pathways.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement, intellectual curiosity, and financial accountability within Finance and across the organization.
• Build succession depth for Controller and CFO-level responsibilities over time; serve as a visible leadership model for the finance function.

Benefits

• Benefits (dental/health) available for full-time and some part-time positions (based on hours worked).
• Registered Pension Plan opportunity for various roles.
• Employee discount at retail locations.
• Equitable access to skills training & coaching, scholarships, and educational credentials.
• Personal and professional development support with Life Coach & Employee Assistance Program.
• Work-life balance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior