Hybrid Ops & Finance Specialist — Data & Donor Reporting

Nutrition for Learning; Kitchener; Hybrid; CAD 58,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Nutrition for Learning is seeking an Operation-Finance Specialist to support bookkeeping, finance administration, and donor data management within a hybrid team in Kitchener. You will work closely with senior leadership to ensure accurate financial records and efficient operations.

The role emphasizes collaborative problem-solving, data-driven reporting, and process improvements to strengthen the organization’s impact on Waterloo Region schools.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary degree or equivalent work experience.
• At least three years of experience in administration, project management, and/or program coordination.
• Experience in a non-profit setting is an asset but not required.
• Creative and resourceful team-player with ability to support and lead multiple projects simultaneously.

Responsibilities

• Support bookkeeping and finance administration tasks, including banking and invoicing.
• Manage donor data, charitable receipting, and record maintenance.
• Provide administrative support for fundraising initiatives and donor engagement activities.
• Prepare monthly and quarterly finance, program, and operational reports.
• Coordinate and maintain accurate program, financial, and organizational records and databases.
• Provide project management and operational support across departments.
• Assist with organizational projects and process improvements aligned to our goals.

Skills

Excel proficiency

Communication skills

Independent work

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Education

Post-secondary degree or equivalent

Tools

ERP Systems

QuickBooks

Keela donor management

Trello

MS Office Suite

Job description

Nutrition for Learning is seeking an Operation-Finance Specialist to support bookkeeping, finance administration, and donor data management within a hybrid team in Kitchener. You will work closely with senior leadership to ensure accurate financial records and efficient operations.

The role emphasizes collaborative problem-solving, data-driven reporting, and process improvements to strengthen the organization’s impact on Waterloo Region schools.