About the company
Anova Fertility & Reproductive Health is the premier fertility health centre in Canada exclusively focused on reproductive medicine and women’s health. Since 2016, we have built a reputation as the leader in innovation, education, and communication for best-in-class, inclusive, humanized fertility and reproductive care. Anova is known for its collaborative and holistic approach, leveraging an award-winning, multidisciplinary team of healthcare professionals, including Reproductive Endocrinologists, OB/GYNs, Family Physicians, Physician Assistants, Nurses, and other specialized healthcare professionals. Our high-functioning team provides exceptional patient care through advanced fertility treatments and personalized treatment plans.
About the role
The Finance Director is a key strategic leader responsible for the financial stewardship, governance, and overall fiscal health of the organization. Reporting to executive leadership, this role oversees all finance and accounting functions, including financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, treasury management, compliance, internal controls, and operational finance. The Finance Director partners closely with clinical and business leaders to provide strategic financial insight, drive performance, support growth initiatives, and ensure the long-term sustainability of the organization. Through strong leadership, rigorous financial oversight, and a commitment to continuous improvement, the incumbent enhances operational efficiency, strengthens financial controls, and supports informed decision-making across the business. Success in this role requires exceptional analytical and leadership capabilities, an entrepreneurial and solutions-focused mindset, and a genuine commitment to collaboration, excellence, and innovation. Equally important is a passion for advancing reproductive healthcare and supporting Anova's vision of setting the gold standard in fertility care and patient outcomes.
Main Duties & Responsibilities
General
- Collaborate effectively with team members across departments
- Consistently arrive at work, appointments, meetings, and events on time
- Write clearly and informatively and edit work for spelling and grammar
- Handle workload at required quality level to enhance team’s productivity
- Refrain from engaging in non-urgent personal activities during work hours
- Maintain confidentiality and security of business and patient information
- Comply with policies and protocols, as amended from time to time
- Complete all required training to perform job duties effectively
Core Financial Management
- Oversee all accounting operations, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and month-end/year-end close
- Prepare accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements
- Maintain accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls
- Ensure compliance with ASPE or IFRS, as applicable
- Coordinate external audits and respond to auditor requests
Budgeting & Financial Planning
- Lead annual budgeting and forecasting processes
- Monitor clinic performance against budget
- Analyze revenue, expenses, margins, and cash flow
- Identify opportunities to improve profitability and operational efficiency
- Prepare financial reports and dashboards for executives and shareholders
Healthcare & Fertility-Specific Revenue Management
- Monitor OHIP-funded and privately funded fertility services
- Oversee billing, collections, and revenue recognition for IVF cycles, fertility preservation, diagnostic services, medication programs, IV Program, third-party reproductive services, storage fees and collection
- Ensure accuracy of patient accounts and payment plans
- Support pricing analysis and service profitability reviews
Cash Flow & Treasury Management
- Manage cash flow forecasting
- Oversee banking relationships
- Monitor working capital and liquidity
- Approve payments and manage financial risk
- Ensure sufficient funding for operations, equipment, and growth initiatives
Compliance & Risk Management
- Ensure compliance with: Ontario employment legislation, CRA requirements, HST regulations, Healthcare-related financial controls
- Maintain strong internal controls to protect patient and corporate assets
- Support privacy and financial data-security requirements
Team Leadership
- Manage finance staff, develop team objectives, KPIs, performance plans, reviews
- Mentor accountants, analysts, and coordinators
- Ensure appropriate segregation of duties and workflow management
Strategic & Executive Support
- Provide financial insights to the CEO, CFO, CGO, or ownership group
- Participate in strategic planning and growth initiatives
- Support new clinic openings, acquisitions, partnerships
- Prepare financial models and business cases for major projects
Qualifications & Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related discipline
- Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) designation required
- At least 8 years of progressive accounting and finance experience
- At least 3 years in a leadership or supervisory role
- Proven experience supporting senior executives and business strategy
- Experience within healthcare, fertility, medical practice, or multi-site environment preferred
- Strong knowledge of financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, treasury, internal controls, financial planning and analysis (FP&A), and revenue recognition
- Advanced understanding of ASPE, CRA regulations, PHIPA requirements, audit processes, and financial compliance standards
- Proven experience developing and strengthening financial controls, policies, governance frameworks, and standard operating procedures
- Demonstrated success identifying process improvements, driving operational efficiencies, optimizing costs, and supporting organizational growth
- Experience leading or supporting finance transformation initiatives, including process automation, system enhancements, ERP implementations, and digital transformation projects.
- Strong understanding of healthcare billing processes, collections management, medical billing systems, and OHIP-related reconciliations
- Ability to support executive leadership with financial analysis, reporting, business cases, forecasting, and strategic decision-making
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including complex formulas, financial modelling, PivotTables, QuickBooks Online, Power Query, and data analysis tools
- Experience with accounting and ERP systems including NetSuite, Sage Intacct, Microsoft Dynamics, SAP, Oracle, QuickBooks Enterprise and related financial reporting platforms.
- Strong understanding of general ledger structures, financial statement preparation, and technical financial reporting requirements
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills, with the ability to identify risks, opportunities, and actionable business insights
- Strong organizational and project management skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and adapt effectively in a fast-paced environment
- Exceptional communication, presentation, stakeholder management, coaching, and conflict-resolution skills
- Proven ability to build collaborative relationships across departments and effectively lead, motivate, and develop high-performing teams
- High degree of professionalism, integrity, discretion, and commitment to maintaining confidentiality
- Medical clinic office experience is an asset
Profile:
- Decisive – you are a firm and structured leader who re-establishes accountability and consistency across the Finance team. You make informed decisions and set clear expectations to drive results.
- Empathetic – you balance coaching and performance management with fairness and understanding, supporting your team’s growth while maintaining high standards.
- Integrity-driven – you are disciplined, reliable, and committed to accuracy, compliance, and ethical financial practices in every aspect of your work.
- Composed – you remain calm and focused in fast-paced, changing environments, effectively navigating transitions and ambiguity during organizational change.
- Collaborative – you foster a respectful and solution-oriented team culture, building strong partnerships with internal and external stakeholders across all levels.
- Accountable – you take ownership of results, uphold transparency, and continuously seek ways to improve processes, strengthen controls, and enhance team performance.
Why Join Us?
- Enjoy a dedicated, high-energy work environment
- Competitive compensation and Benefits package
- Transit-oriented location
- Career development opportunities
- Company culture events and team building
- Work in a clinical environment that offers the latest fertility advancements, expertise, alongside the inspiring Dr. Marjorie Dixon
- Work in the most renowned fertility clinic in Canada, with best in-class-care, top in-house laboratory
- Become part of an award-winning, influential team that improves access to care, are leaders in inclusivity and that gives back to the community
- Have an opportunity to grow your professional profile alongside Anova
- Work in a stunning, modern office, conveniently located at Yonge & Sheppard
How to apply: if you are interested in joining a growing organization that is passionate about being the international standard for successful reproductive health and fertility centres, please submit your resume and cover letter.
Anova Fertility is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible environment in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and the Ontario Human Rights Code. We welcome and encourage applications from all qualified individuals, including those with disabilities, and accommodations are available throughout all stages of the recruitment process.
In compliance with the new Employment Standards Act (ESA) guidelines regarding the use of artificial intelligence, please note that we do not use AI tools to screen or evaluate applications. All candidate assessments are conducted by our recruitment team.
Due to the high volume of applications we receive, only those candidates who are shortlisted for further consideration will be contacted.
Job Summary: Finance Director
Location: North York
Type: Permanent, full time, on-site
Reports to: Chief Financial Officer (CFO) / Chief Executive Officer (CEO)
Salary Range: $140,000 – $150,000 + 10% KPI-based bonus annually
Pay: $140,000.00-$150,000.00 per year
Benefits:
Application question(s):
- Are you legally entitled to work in Canada?
- Are you available and willing to work on site five days a week?
Licence/Certification:
- CPA designation (preferred)
Work Location: In person
