Salary:
Chief Financial Officer (CFO)
What We Do
YESS is a not-for-profit agency working with youth facing difficult realities. Based in Edmonton, our Youth Support Centre provides immediate and low-barrier 24/7 sleep support and individualized wrap-around supports for young people aged 15 -24.
We work collaboratively within a network of care, focused on the prevention of youth homelessness by providing youth with the necessary supports to stabilize their housing, improve their wellbeing, build life skills, connect with community, and avoid re-entry into homelessness.
We are committed to advancing equity, diversity, and inclusion, and to cultivating an environment where all individuals feel respected, valued, and supported. YESS is an equal opportunity employer and always strives to ensure all employment decisions are grounded in equity, fairness, and merit.
What You Will Do
Reporting to the CEO and as a key member of the Executive Leadership Team,the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) provides strategic financial leadership and oversight of YESS'soperationsfunctions. The CFOis responsible forthe financial stewardship and long-term sustainability of the organization while overseeing Finance, People & Culture, Facilities Management, Health & Safety, and IT. The CFO partners with the CEO and leadership team to ensure resources, systems, and infrastructure effectively support YESS's mission, strategic priorities, and service delivery.
The role will alsobe responsible fordeveloping andmaintainingcorporate policies and processes to maximize use of YESS resources and contribute to the efficient and effective application of resources to achieve YESSs mandate and goals. TheCFO willdevelop and lead a high-performanceoperationsservices team.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership & Planning -20%
- As a key member ofthe executive team the CFO willparticipatein the development ofthe organizationsstrategic plan and annual operating planning,including the development of KPIs in line with the mission and mandate and values of theorganization.This willinclude thought leadership initiatives with the goal of YESS being a role model within the youthand crisis space and building process and policies that support these initiatives.
- Develop and lead the annual financial planning process, including organizational budgeting, forecasting, financial sustainability strategies, and key performance indicators.
- Providestrategic advice to the CEO and Boardregardingfinancial performance, risk management, funding strategies, capital planning, and organizational sustainability.
- Lead the development of financial models and business cases to support organizational growth, program expansion, and strategic decision-making.
- The role will furthersupport cross-functional initiatives that drive process improvement, change management, and integration across departmentsand will collaborate with internal stakeholders to support interdepartmental integration and service delivery.
- Provide regular updates to the CEOand leadership team onall services initiatives.
- The role will alsorepresentYESS professionally in meetings with contractors, partners, and at public eventsin promoting the mission and vision of the organization.
- This role may act in the CEO role asrequiredfrom time to time.
Financial Leadership &OperationsOversight 50%
- Lead all financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, reporting, and analysis activities.
- Ensure the integrity of financial reporting and compliance with accounting standards and regulatory requirements.
- Develop andmaintaininternal controls, financial policies, and risk management frameworks.
- Oversee cash flow management, investments, reserves, banking relationships, and financial sustainability initiatives.
- Lead the annual audit process and serve as the primary liaison with auditors.
- Prepare and present financial reports, forecasts, and recommendations to the CEO, Board, and Finance Committee.
- Monitor organizational performance against budget and provide strategic recommendations to support decision-making.
- Lead the financial teamand act asa financial andorganizationaladministration resource to other team members andexecutive leadership.
Facilities Management
- Provide executive oversight of facilities management, ensuring effective stewardship of organizational assets, capital planning, risk management, regulatory compliance, and budget performance.
People & Culture
- Provide executive oversight and strategic direction for the People & Culture function, ensuring alignment between workforce planning, organizational goals, compensation strategies, and financial sustainability.
Health & Safety
- Provide executive oversight of the Health & Safety program, ensuring organizational compliance, risk mitigation, and the allocation ofappropriate resourcestomaintainsafe environments for employees and youth.
IT
- Selection and oversight of IT contractor responsible for all hardware and software requirements for the organization.
TeamLeadership 30%
- As the CFO this role will provideleadership and direction to alloperationsteammembers byfostering a culture of continuous improvement, professionalgrowth,and high performance.
- The role will develop goals and KPIs for each teamandhold these teamsaccountable through ongoingfeedback and coaching.
- Serve as a trusted advisor to the CEO and leadership team byprovidingstrategic guidance, fostering leadership alignment, and supporting organization-wide decision-making and problem-solving.
Core Competencies & Expectations
These core competencies outline the key behaviors, values, and expectations that guide how employees contribute to the YESSs mission and work effectively with others.
- Demonstrate integrity by acting with honesty, fairness, respect, and maintaining confidentiality in all interactions.
- Communicate effectively through active listening, clear messaging, and respectful, transparent dialogue with team members and stakeholders.
- Deliver results by meeting performance expectations, taking initiative to solve problems, and supporting team success.
- Provide service excellence by responding professionally and compassionately to the needs of youth, partners, and colleagues.
- Apply strong problem-solving and judgment to assess situations, identify solutions, and seek support when needed.
- Foster teamwork by collaborating effectively, contributing positively to team culture, and valuing diverse perspectives.
Qualifications and Experience
- Undergraduate or graduate degree in a relevant fieldcombined with a minimum of 7years ofexperience, with a minimum of3yearsprogressiveseniorleadership experienceinfinancialmanagementand operationleadership, including oversight of budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, audits, internal controls, and organizational risk management.
- CPA designation isrequired.
- Experience with strategic planning is alsorequired.
- Experience presenting financial information to executive teams, boards, finance committees, and external stakeholders.
- Some exposure toHR, Facilities,IT andHealth & Safetywould be an asset.
- Experience leading financial strategy within a nonprofit, social services, healthcare, or public-sector environmentwould be a strong asset.
What You Bring
- Clear police clearance (PIC) and a Child Intervention (CIRC) check, both obtained within the last six months
- Knowledge of the values, beliefs, and practices of Aboriginal and other cultural and diverse groups.
YESS is an equal opportunity employer, committed to an inclusive and safe work environment for people of all backgrounds.
We thank all applicants for their interest, however onlythose shortlisted willbe contacted.
