Finance Manager

Randstad Canada; Toronto; On-site; CAD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Randstad Canada seeks a seasoned Finance Manager to join a small, mission-driven team in Toronto, Ontario. You will be the financial backbone, owning end-to-end accounting and financial health.

Responsibilities include managing AP/AR, payroll, monthly/annual statements, budgeting, forecasting, audits, grant reporting, and continuous process improvements in a not-for-profit setting.

Qualifications

• CPA Designation: Active and in good standing.
• 10+ years of full-cycle accounting experience.
• 3+ years of not-for-profit experience.
• Team-oriented, collaborative and adaptable in a small team.

Responsibilities

• End-to-End Financial Management: Own the full-cycle accounting process from daily transactions to high-level strategic reporting.
• Reporting & Analysis: Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements for leadership and board.
• Budgeting & Forecasting: Lead the annual budgeting process, monitor cash flow, and provide forecasting.
• Audit & Compliance: Coordinate annual audits and ensure compliance with not-for-profit standards and tax regulations.
• Grant Management: Oversee financial reporting for various grants and funding sources.
• Process Improvement: Streamline financial processes to improve efficiency in a small team.

Skills

Financial leadership

Budgeting & forecasting

Not-for-profit accounting mindset

Education

CPA Designation

Job description

Are you a seasoned financial leader with a passion for making a positive impact? Our client is looking for a dedicated and highly experienced Finance Manager to join their small, intimate, and mission-driven team.

In this critical role, you will be the financial backbone of our organization. You won't just be overseeing the numbers; you will be rolling up your sleeves and managing the full financial process from start to finish. If you thrive in a collaborative, close-knit environment and love having end-to-end ownership of an organization's financial health, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

What You Will Do:

• End-to-End Financial Management: Own the full-cycle accounting process from daily transactions (AP/AR, payroll, bank reconciliations) to high-level strategic reporting.
• Reporting & Analysis: Prepare accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements for senior leadership and the Board of Directors.
• Budgeting & Forecasting: Lead the annual budgeting process, monitor cash flow, and provide financial forecasting to guide strategic decisions.
• Audit & Compliance: Coordinate the annual audit process, liaise with external auditors, and ensure strict adherence to all not-for-profit accounting standards and tax regulations.
• Grant Management: Oversee financial tracking and reporting for various grants and funding sources.
• Process Improvement: Continuously evaluate and streamline financial processes to improve efficiency within our small team.

Must-Have Qualifications:

• CPA Designation: Active and in good standing.
• 10+ Years of Full-Cycle Accounting Experience: You have a deep, hands-on understanding of financial operations from the ground up.
• 3+ Years of Not-for-Profit Experience: You have proven exposure to the NFP sector and understand the unique nuances of fund accounting, grant reporting, and NFP compliance.
• Team Fit: You are comfortable working in a small, intimate team setting. You are collaborative, adaptable, and happy to operate at both a strategic and tactical level.