Member, Board of Directors (Finance Focus)

Member, Board of Directors (Finance Focus)

Join Our Board & Make an Impact!

Summary

Landlord’s Self-Help Centre (LSHC) is seeking two volunteer Board Members with a background in finance. This is a rewarding opportunity to support a non-profit legal clinic, provide strategic financial guidance, and promote best practices in financial governance.

Description

LSHC is a Legal Aid Ontario funded community legal clinic dedicated to assisting small residential landlords across Ontario. We provide summary legal advice, education and advocacy to help small landlords navigate the complexities of providing rental housing. For more details about LSHC, visit our website.

Our Board of Directors plays a key role in guiding our governance, policy, and strategic direction to improve services and ensure long-term success.

We are looking for two professionals with a background in finance to serve on our Board in an advisory capacity, helping to:

• Provide support and strategic guidance to the Executive Director on budgeting and financial matters related to non-profit funding models.
• Advise the Board on best financial practices and potential governance improvements within the clinic system.
• Review and provide feedback on financial policies developed by the Executive Director.

Commitment & Expectations

• Board Term: Two years (eligible for re-election).
• Board Meetings: Approximately 1.5-2 hours per month for Board meetings (virtual orhybrid).
• Committee Meetings: Directors are expected to contribute to committees such as Governance, Finance, HR & Nominating, Marketing, Law Reform or IT, which typically meet monthly or bimonthly.
• Events: A few in-person events each year, including the AGM, annual forum, strategy sessions and social events.

Why Join Us?

https://landlordselfhelp.com/board-of-directors/

Volunteering on our Board offers professional development and networking opportunities, including:

• Access to Legal Aid Ontario training and resources.
• Involvement in networking events and non-profit governance development.
• The chance to shape financial policies in a non-profit setting.
• Being part of a dedicated and supportive team passionate about making a difference for small landlords.
• Firsthand experience of the meaningful impact our clinic has on clients and the rental housing community.

Who We’re Looking For

We welcome CPA applicants with:

• Finance experience, ideally with policy development or review expertise.
• The ability to provide strategic financial direction without direct involvement in daily operations.
• A passion for governance, leadership, and nonprofit impact.
• Non-Profit finance experience is a plus, but not required.
• Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) designation considered an asset.
• Grant compliance or LAO reporting requirements considered an asset.

Apply Today!

If you are interested in this opportunity, send your resume to Diana Padierna, Executive Director, at diana.padierna@lshc.clcj.ca.

We look forward to connecting with you!