Finance Manager

International Needs Canada; Hamilton; Hybrid; CAD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A nonprofit organization in Hamilton, ON, is seeking a Finance Manager to lead full-cycle accounting and financial reporting. The ideal candidate has over 5 years of experience in nonprofit finance, is proficient in QuickBooks, and is committed to the organization's mission. This position offers competitive salary, benefits, and hybrid work flexibility.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Comprehensive health and dental benefits

RRSP matching

Paid vacation and holidays

On-site parking

Hybrid work flexibility

Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, with 3+ years in nonprofit finance.
• Strong knowledge of fund accounting and donor financial reporting.
• Experience preparing for audits and managing restricted funds.

Responsibilities

• Lead full-cycle accounting using QuickBooks; manage accounts payable/receivable.
• Oversee the organization’s annual budgeting process; maintain project budgets.
• Develop standardized financial reporting requirements for international partners.

Skills

Full-cycle nonprofit accounting

Financial data analysis

Donor fund tracking

Budgeting

Accounting principles

Education

Degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration

CPA or equivalent certification

Tools

QuickBooks

Excel

Raiser’s Edge

Job description

Finance Manager – International Needs Canada

Location: Hamilton, ON (On-Site / Hybrid)

Type: Full-Time Permanent

Salary: $60,000 - $70,000 annually, plus benefits

Overview

The Finance Manager plays a vital role in stewarding INCA’s finances with excellence, helping to ensure resources are used effectively and reported transparently to donors, board members, and global partners. This role combines full-cycle accounting, partner financial reporting, audit readiness, and strategic budgeting oversight, all while contributing to the broader mission of INCA.

International Needs Canada is a Christian global development organization with 34 partner countries. Our vision is "Transformed Lives, Changed Communities," pursued by empowering women and children to reach beyond their circumstances. INCA is a registered Canadian charity committed to transparency, accountability, governance, financial integrity, and faithful stewardship of resources.

About You

You are a mission-driven accounting professional who understands the unique financial needs of a nonprofit organization. You are detail-oriented, strategic, and thrive in environments with clear processes, financial insights, and accountability systems. You are :

• Experienced in full-cycle nonprofit accounting and donor fund tracking
• Skilled in translating financial data into decision-ready insights
• Committed to helping others grow — including our global partners
• Proactive in maturing systems and documenting internal processes
• Collaborative, globally minded, and aligned with INCA’s mission

Key Responsibilities

• Finance & Accounting: Lead full-cycle accounting using QuickBooks (or recommend an alternative for implementation); manage accounts payable / receivable, bank reconciliations, journal entries, and payroll coordination; maintain fund tracking and CRA compliance for restricted / unrestricted funds; document financial policies, workflows, and internal controls; oversee monthly and year-end close, and prepare for audits; manage relationships with the bank and oversee foreign exchange (FX) conversions from CAD to USD for international disbursements; prepare monthly financial transmission reports and consolidated financial statements; produce project-based reports comparing actuals vs. budgets with variance explanations; deliver clear, insight-focused reports to support executive and board decision-making; standardize internal reporting templates and timelines for consistency and efficiency
• Budgeting & Planning: Lead the organization’s annual budgeting process; maintain a centralized view of all project / program budgets, from pipeline to completion; support department and program leaders in planning, tracking, and adjusting their financial plans
• Partner & Program Support: Develop standardized financial reporting requirements for international partners; support partner organizations in improving their financial systems and practices (training and capacity development in basic accounting and budgeting); collaborate with programs to ensure disbursement schedules and reports are timely, accurate, and donor-aligned
• Operational Improvements: Process and update donation payments (including those recorded in Raiser’s Edge); mature INCA’s operations with scalable, compliant, and documented financial procedures; support integration across platforms (QuickBooks, Raiser’s Edge, sponsorship portal) to reduce friction and improve visibility

Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, with 3+ years in nonprofit / charity finance
• Strong knowledge of fund accounting, CRA charity regulations, and donor financial reporting
• Proficiency in QuickBooks, Excel, and preferably Raiser’s Edge or similar CRM
• CPA or CPB designation (or in progress) preferred
• Experience preparing for audits and managing restricted funds
• Excellent analytical and communication skills
• Experience with international development, multi-currency disbursements, or partner financial capacity-building is an asset
• Alignment with INCA’s mission and values

Education

• Degree or diploma in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration
• CPA or equivalent certification is a strong asset
• Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered

What We Offer

• Competitive salary ($60,000 - $70,000)
• Comprehensive health and dental benefits
• Disability and life insurance
• RRSP matching
• Paid vacation and holidays
• On-site parking and hybrid work flexibility
• A supportive, faith-aligned, and purpose-driven team culture
• Opportunity to shape global impact through financial leadership