Finance Manager

ROME GROUP; Quebec; On-site; CAD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A charitable organization is looking for a Finance Manager to oversee financial operations, develop budgets, and ensure compliance with regulations. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree, preferably a Master’s, and over 5 years of experience in financial management. Responsibilities include strategic planning, audit management, and financial data reporting. This role plays a critical part in aligning financial goals with organizational objectives.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in business or financial management.
• Proven ability to work closely with Executive leadership and the Board.

Responsibilities

• Create strategies and plans for long-term financial goals.
• Analyze, monitor, and report on financial data.
• Oversee financial operations.
• Ensure accuracy, compliance, and efficiency in financial matters.

Skills

Financial analysis

Budget development

Risk management

Compliance knowledge

Strategic planning

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Master’s Degree

Tools

CRM software

Job description

Overview

The Little Bit Foundation works to break down barriers to learning for under-resourced students through partnerships and programs that serve the needs of the whole child, providing access to essential services and experiences. Programs are aligned with district and school performance goals and provide for the needs of the whole child. Working one-on-one with students, we support personal care, classroom readiness, literacy, and health and wellness. Through our high school programming, we help students stay focused on learning and on track for graduation, as well as plan beyond graduation. The results are positive personal growth and increased self-esteem in students, impacted by poverty, leading to improved attendance, behavior, and academic success.

The Little Bit Foundation is dedicated to empowering students to achieve their academic goals and dreams for the future, uplifting them with words of encouragement and the knowledge that someone cares and believes in them. Through a small team of employees and a volunteer base contributing over 16,000 volunteer hours each year, The Little Bit Foundation is currently serving approximately 17,000 students in 54 area schools. Since its founding in 2001, The Little Bit Foundation has impacted 60,000 students in St. Louis City, St. Louis County, and St. Clair County in Illinois.

Scope and Responsibilities

Scope and Responsibilities: The Finance Manager will ensure that all financial resources are used in the most effective way possible. This includes analyzing financial data and working with the President and Board to develop financial plans and budgets. The Finance Manager will work closely with other members of the leadership team to ensure that financial goals are aligned with overall organizational goals and objectives. Additionally, the Finance Manager will be responsible for managing risk, ensuring compliance with financial regulations and laws, and ensuring that financial statements are accurate and transparent.

Key Responsibilities

• Create strategies and plans for long-term financial goals.
• Analyze, monitor, and report on financial data.
• Oversee financial operations.
• Ensure accuracy, compliance, and efficiency in financial matters.
• Monitor and enforce compliance with finance-related laws and regulations.
• Contributes to the development of Little Bit’s strategic goals and objectives, understanding Key Performance Indicators for organizational growth.
• Manage audit files and procedures; implement organization and documentation strategy.
• Ensure that Little Bit is adhering to the strategic plan set forth by the Executive Director and the Board.
• Manage finances through the oversight of an outside accounting agency.
• Produce ad hoc financial reports upon request from the leadership team.

Operational Growth and Support

• Knowledge of the purchasing/supply chain industry.
• Knowledge of IT/Coding of data transmission with CRM (Customer Relationship Management) software.
• Ensure administrative functions are in line with the expectations of the Executive Director, including, but not limited to, accounts payable and receivable, insurance and liability, office supplies, and equipment.
• Support the development team with grant writing.

Education

• Bachelor’s Degree Required; Master’s Degree Preferred.
• 5+ years or more of experience in business or financial management.
• Proven ability to work closely with Executive leadership and the Board.

To apply online – https://secure.ipsonline.net/ta/LITTLEBIT.careers?CareersSearch

If you have any challenges, you can send your resume to Amber Carmon at [e-mail]