Chief Finance and Corporate Services Officer
Position
Chief Finance and Corporate Services OfficerDescription
Reporting to the CEO, the Chief Finance and Corporate Services Officer (CFCO) will provide enterprise leadership across SHIP’s finance and corporate services portfolio, including Finance, Information Technology, Housing Development, Property Management, and Office Services. This executive role is responsible for ensuring that the organization’s financial strategy, corporate infrastructure, and operational systems are positioned to support SHIP’s continued growth and long-term sustainability.
SHIP is entering a period of significant expansion, including multiple housing development initiatives and a growing property portfolio. The CFCO will play a central role in aligning financial strategy, capital planning, and corporate operations with the organization’s long-term growth strategy. This includes strengthening capital governance, supporting disciplined oversight of development projects and housing assets, and ensuring that internal systems, processes, and reporting structures are scalable as the organization grows.
Working closely with the CEO, senior leadership team, and Board of Directors, the CFCO will translate complex financial and operational information into strategic insight that supports sound decision-making. The role also provides leadership in modernizing corporate infrastructure, strengthening data and technology platforms, and ensuring that SHIP’s corporate services functions operate in a coordinated and effective manner.
This is a rare opportunity for a senior finance executive to help shape the infrastructure of a mission-driven organization that is expanding its impact across the housing and community mental health sectors.
Experience Required
The ideal candidate is a strategic and collaborative finance executive who brings both strong technical expertise and the ability to operate effectively within a complex, multi-stakeholder environment. They will demonstrate sound judgment, strong communication skills, and a collaborative leadership style that supports alignment across teams and functions. Candidates will bring a professional accounting designation (CPA) along with senior financial leadership experience in a complex organization. Experience within publicly funded sectors, such as healthcare, housing, social services, or government environments, will be an asset. Familiarity with capital development, unionized workplaces, and organizations experiencing growth or transformation will also be valuable. Above all, the successful candidate will share SHIP’s commitment to compassion, inclusion, and community impact, and will be motivated by the opportunity to support an organization dedicated to improving the lives of individuals facing mental health and housing challenges.
To confidentially explore this opportunity, please email your resume—quoting the position title — to resumes@promeus.ca. An Executive Brief is available upon request.
Employer
Services and Housing In the Province (SHIP) is a leading provider of supportive housing and community mental health services, recognized for its values-driven approach and strong community partnerships. The organization employs more than 500 staff, manages over 1,200 housing units, and delivers services to more than 5,000 individuals annually, operating at the intersection of housing, healthcare, and community services. With an annual operating budget approaching $80 million and a growing capital development portfolio, SHIP is expanding its housing and service footprint across West Toronto, Dufferin County, and the Regions of Peel and Waterloo. As SHIP advances its long-term growth strategy, the organization is seeking a strategic and mission-driven Chief Finance and Corporate Services Officer (CFCO) to join its senior leadership team.
SHIP and Promeus Inc. are committed to building an intentionally inclusive environment that engages, supports, and empowers equity in the workplace and communities served. We welcome applications from women, racialized persons, people with disabilities, Indigenous peoples, and 2SLGBTQIA+ individuals.