Job Description
Overview
CAREER OPPORTUNITY
Position:
Director Finance & Performance
Department:
Corporate Services
Reports To:
Vice President Corporate Services & CFO
Organization:
Collingwood General & Marine Hospital (CGMH)
Explore a meaningful career in a place where lifestyle and purpose align. CGMH is located on the shores of Georgian Bay and surrounded by the Blue Mountains. We offer a four-season recreational lifestyle and a strong sense of community. Our bold strategic plan, Tomorrow is Built Today, guides our work to transform care in South Georgian Bay. Our future hospital aims to be a center of excellence for innovation, education, and patient-centered care.
CGMH is an 84-bed acute care hospital serving over 74,000 permanent residents and welcoming 3.5 million annual visitors across Collingwood, Clearview, Wasaga Beach, and the Blue Mountains. Our team of over 1,200 staff, physicians, midwives, and volunteers delivers high-quality care in emergency, surgery, orthopaedics, obstetrics, dialysis, diagnostics, and mental health.
To learn more about our development and capital campaign, visit: https://cgmh.on.ca/who-we-are/strategic-plan
Our Culture
At CGMH, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We foster a workplace rooted in kindness, collaboration, continuous growth, and accountability. These values guide how we treat each other and our patients, creating an environment where trust, respect, and excellence thrive.
We Are Committed To Our Values
Be Kind - fostering a culture of compassion, empathy, and dignity in every interaction
Support Each Other - working together across all roles to uplift our team and our patients
Lead By Example - setting a standard of integrity, fairness, and professionalism
Keep Growing - embracing curiosity, innovation, and learning to adapt to future needs
CGMH is a hospital where every individual is valued, respected, and included. As we prepare for a new, state-of-the-art facility, we are building a high-performing, inspired team to shape the future of care in South Georgian Bay.
Why Join CGMH? Benefits That Start on Day One:
New hires enjoy an industry-leading compensation package that includes:
A comprehensive benefits package including health & dental coverage effective immediately upon hire
Reimbursement for professional certification costs
$500 personal spending account for wellness or professional development
Five weeks’ vacation
Shift premiums for evenings, nights, and weekends
Immediate enrollment in HOOPP (Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan)
Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP) and access to Perkopolis discounts
Access to Employee Education Assistance Program
The Opportunity
The Director, Finance, Procurement & Performance provides strategic and operational leadership for financial management, performance reporting, decision support, and health information management in an acute-care environment. Reporting to the Vice President, Corporate Services & Chief Financial Officer (CFO), the Director partners closely with the Senior Leadership Team (SLT), clinical and operational leaders, and the Board Resource & Audit Committee to support high-quality, patient-centred care while ensuring fiscal sustainability, value for money, and compliance with legislative and funding requirements.
The Director leads day-to-day financial operations and procurement functions, oversees internal and external financial and statistical reporting, and plays a key role in advancing data-driven decision-making, performance measurement, and responsible purchasing practices. The role provides leadership for Finance, Procurement, Data Analytics, and Health Information Management (HIM), ensuring alignment with organizational strategy and Ontario Health, Ministry of Health, and Broader Public Sector requirements.
Duties And Responsibilities
Develop, implement, and maintain financial strategies, policies, and frameworks that support short- and long-term organizational goals, sustainability, and risk management.
Provide strategic financial advice to the CFO, SLT, and Board Resource & Audit Committee on financial performance, funding pressures, contract management, and investment decisions.
Ensure effective financial and procurement controls, audit readiness, and compliance with applicable legislation, standards, and hospital policies.
Lead the development, execution, and monitoring of the annual operating and capital budgets, multi-year forecasts, and long-range financial plans in collaboration with clinical and operational leaders.
Build financial literacy and capability among operational and clinical leaders to support informed decision-making.
Support business case development, financial modeling, and return-on-investment analysis for new initiatives, capital projects, and procurement decisions.
Provide oversight of procurement, sourcing, and contract management functions, ensuring best value, transparency, fairness, and compliance with the Broader Public Sector Procurement Directive.
Provide oversight of decision support, data analytics, and performance measurement functions, ensuring timely, accurate, and meaningful insights to inform operational and clinical decision-making.
Support the development and execution of the organization’s data analytics and performance measurement strategy, including data governance and standardization.
Leverage digital tools and advanced analytics to support quality improvement, resource optimization, and accountability.
Participate as a member of the Director team, contributing to enterprise-wide initiatives and strategic priorities.
Provide leadership, coaching, and mentorship to the Finance, Procurement, Data Analytics, and Health Information Management teams.
Act as a key liaison with external partners, including the Ministry of Health, Ontario Health, hospital and community partners, and external auditors.
Ensure accurate and timely submission of funding, financial, and statistical reports in accordance with MOH and Ontario Health requirements.
Maintain a strong understanding of provincial funding methodologies and their impact on hospital operations.
Education And Experience
Undergraduate degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or related field
Professional accounting designation (CPA)
Strong working knowledge of Ministry of Health funding models and hospital accountability agreements
Demonstrated experience in leading the development of annual operating and capital budgets in collaboration with various stakeholders
Experience with business case development
Hands-on experience with ERP systems and financial and analytics platforms (Meditech, Workday, Power BI preferred)
Excellent knowledge of controls and audit processes to mitigate risk and establish effective financial oversight
Demonstrated experience in collaboration across departments to facilitate strong organizational decisions
Competencies
Demonstrated systems thinking approach recognizing impact of decisions on multiple stakeholders
Strong understanding of data and ability to effect change
Well organized with the ability to deal efficiently with multiple competing priorities
Excellent problem solving, communication and collaboration skills
Proficiency in financial systems and data analytics
Demonstrated leadership capability with a focus on coaching, talent development, and accountability
Experience establishing relationships with other departments to meet organizational objectives
High level of integrity, professionalism, and commitment to patient-centered care and public accountability.
More Information
Hourly Wage:
$64.58 - $82.42 per hour [$125,928.09 to $160,719.70 per annum]
Location:
Collingwood, Ontario
Employment Type:
Permanent, Full-Time
Vacancy Reason:
New Position
Number of Vacancies:
1
Start Date:
To be negotiated
Hours of Work:
Days, participates in Senior Leadership On-Call rotation following three months of employment. Compensation for on-call includes lieu days.
How To Apply
If you are interested in joining our inspiring team, please apply through our website before 11:59pm EST on the posting close date by submitting an updated copy of your resume and cover letter in PDF or Word format.
Due to the volume of applications, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. CGMH requires professional references, verification of academic training, professional accreditation, plus a current Police Vulnerable Sector Check. Applications will be reviewed as submitted and phone screens may be conducted before the closing date.
CGMH is committed to an inclusive, barrier-free selection process. We encourage all qualified individuals who may contribute to a diverse and inclusive workplace to apply. If contacted regarding a competition, please advise People Services of accommodation measures you may require during our selection process. Information received relating to accommodation needs of applicants will be addressed confidentially.
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