Financial Coordinator

Upper Canada Leger Centre for Education and Training; Brockville; Hybrid; CAD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A community-focused organization in Brockville is seeking a skilled Financial Coordinator to oversee financial management and support mission-driven initiatives. The ideal candidate holds a CPA designation with a minimum of 5 years of experience in financial management, adept in budget coordination, compliance, and financial reporting. Responsibilities include ensuring accurate financial operations for various programs, producing regular financial statements, and maintaining compliance standards. This role offers flexibility for remote work and is critical to supporting educational programs in the community.

Benefits

Supportive work environment

Flexibility for partial remote work

Opportunity to contribute to community programs

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in accounting or financial management.
• Demonstrated ability to manage budgets, reporting, and internal control systems.
• Knowledge of French is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate financial operations for various programs.
• Assist in preparing annual budgets and monitoring transactions.
• Produce financial statements for stakeholders.
• Conduct audits and ensure regulatory compliance.

Skills

Attention to detail

Financial reporting

Budget management

Collaboration

Adaptability

Education

CPA designation

Tools

Excel

Sage 50

RBC Express

Job description

Location

Brockville, Ontario (with some flexibility to work remotely during the week)

Job Type

Full-time, Permanent

About Us

The Upper Canada Léger Centre for Education & Training (UCLCET) is a not‑for‑profit organization dedicated to supporting student success, community programs, and international education initiatives across Eastern Ontario. We are seeking a skilled, experienced, and values-driven Financial Coordinator to coordinate the Centre’s financial management and support its mission‑focused work.

Position Summary

The Financial Coordinator oversees all aspects of UCLCET’s financial operations, including corporate accounting, financial reporting, regulatory compliance, internal controls, and budget development. This role is critical to ensuring the Centre meets legal, accounting, and funder requirements, and provides financial leadership to support new initiatives and growth.

This position reports directly to the Executive Director.

The role is based in Brockville, Ontario, with some flexibility for partial remote work during the week.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Management & Reporting

• Coordinate all financial operations for the Centre, including the Student Nutrition Program and International Education Program
• Assist in the preparation of annual budgets, conduct daily reconciliations, and monitor all financial transactions.
• Produce monthly, quarterly, and year‑end financial statements and updates for the Executive Director, Board of Directors, Ministry, and funders.
• Conduct annual internal audits and maintain compliance with all applicable regulations and reporting requirements.

Accounting & Compliance

• Coordinate general ledger functions, audits, monthly close, and full year‑end procedures.
• Ensure accuracy in payroll, invoices, payments, direct deposits, and expense processes.
• Apply CRA requirements for non‑profit agencies and maintain accurate, timely tax‑related filings.
• Maintain and update internal control policies and procedures.

Technology & Systems

• Use accounting and financial software such as Excel, Sage 50, RBC Express, and other tools as needed.
• Introduce updated processes, systems, and efficiencies to strengthen financial operations.

Leadership, Support & Mission Advancement

• Provide reliable financial guidance to staff, leadership, and the Board of Directors.
• Adapt financial practices to support new organizational directions and initiatives.
• Maintain high ethical standards, confidentiality, and professionalism in all aspects of work.

Qualifications

Required

• CPA designation.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in accounting or financial management.
• Demonstrated ability to manage budgets, reporting, and internal control systems.

Assets

• Knowledge of French.
• Experience in non‑profit or multi‑program environments.

Personal & Professional Attributes

The ideal candidate is:

• Highly attentive to detail and accuracy.
• Honest, reliable, and committed to the highest professional standards.
• Skilled at managing multiple priorities calmly and efficiently.
• Comfortable with adopting new technologies, systems, and workflows.
• Patient and collaborative when guiding colleagues on financial processes.

Why Work With Us?

• Opportunity to support meaningful community and educational programs.
• A collaborative, mission‑driven team environment.
• Flexibility for partial remote work.
• Strong alignment with public education and community development values.

For More Information and to Apply

Please visit www.uclc.ca/careers.

Please submit your résumé and a cover letter outlining your relevant experience and interest in the role.

Application Deadline

Friday, December 12, 2025 (end of day).