Studio Operations & Finance Manager

Metric Design; Saskatoon; Hybrid; CAD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing design studio in Saskatoon seeks a Studio Operations & Finance Manager to oversee daily operations, manage bookkeeping, and support HR functions. Ideal candidates thrive in fast-paced environments and possess strong organizational and communication skills. This full-time role offers flexible scheduling and hybrid work options.

Benefits

Flexible schedule

RRSP match

Company pension

Disability insurance

Staff discounts

Company events and team culture initiatives

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in admin/bookkeeping.
• Experience with HR administration and confidentiality protocols.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily studio operations and ensure smooth workflow.
• Full-cycle bookkeeping, including AR/AP, payroll, and financial reporting.
• Support recruitment, onboarding, and HR administration.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Communication Skills

Problem Solving

Tools

QuickBooks Online

Microsoft Office

Job description

Admin · Bookkeeping · Internal Ops · HR · Logistics

Overview

Metric Design is seeking a skilled and experienced Studio Operations & Finance Manager to oversee the daily operations of our growing design studio. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, values organization and structure, and enjoys supporting a creative team through detailed administrative, financial, and HR management.

This position plays a pivotal role in ensuring our studio runs efficiently and supports the operational needs of both Metric Design and our tech-forward sister company, MetricLy.

Who You Are

You’re someone who takes pride in their work and thrives in a fast-paced, client-focused environment. You’re independent and take ownership of your tasks without needing to be micromanaged. You believe in creating beautiful, functional experiences — and know how to stay organized, communicate clearly, and elevate results. You love problem-solving, pay attention to the details, and care deeply about quality and people.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily studio operations, ensuring smooth workflow and professional client experience
• Full-cycle bookkeeping, including AR/AP, payroll, GST, reconciliations, and CRA remittances
• Financial reporting, invoicing, and cost tracking
• Coordinate purchase orders and manage supplier relationships and inventory logistics
• Oversee ordering and vendor coordination for both Metric Design and MetricLy
• Maintain inventory levels, organize supply needs, and implement internal systems
• Handle payroll and employee records management
• Support recruitment, onboarding, and training processes
• Oversee HR administration: policy implementation, timesheets, vacation tracking, reviews
• Manage internal scheduling and communications
• Format contracts and support office-wide documentation
• Provide basic IT and office systems support
• Motivate and support a collaborative studio culture
• Support sales initiatives related to studio offerings and service promotions

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in admin/bookkeeping, ideally in a service or project-based business
• Experience with HR administration and confidentiality protocols
• Proficient in QuickBooks Online and Microsoft Office
• Comfortable managing purchasing logistics and high-volume vendor coordination
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Proven ability to juggle varied tasks and improve systems proactively
• Prior management or supervisory experience is an asset
• Familiarity with the design, architecture, or wellness industry is a plus

Job Details

Job Type: Full-time (3–5 days/week with flexible scheduling and hybrid options)

Location: Saskatoon, SK S7K 1N5 (in-person with some remote work flexibility)

Salary: $55,000–$65,000 per year

Benefits include:

• Flexible schedule
• RRSP match
• Company pension
• Disability insurance
• Staff discounts
• Company events and team culture initiatives

To Apply:

Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your relevant experience and why you're a great fit for this role.