Manager, Finance

Invasive Species Council of BC; Remote; CAD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A non-profit organization in British Columbia is seeking a Manager, Finance to oversee budget planning and financial reporting. You will prepare the annual budget and manage quarterly reports, ensuring compliance with accounting policies. The ideal candidate has a university degree in Finance and at least 5 years of experience in a non-profit. This remote position offers flexible hours and the chance to grow with the organization, which is dedicated to making impactful decisions regarding local resources.

Benefits

Flexible hours

Remote workplace

Employee benefits

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in financial management in a non-profit organization.
• Strong knowledge of accounting theory and practices.
• Experience supervising and mentoring staff.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and manage budgets for a non-profit organization.
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards.
• Produce financial reports and assist with projections.

Skills

Financial management

Budget planning

Financial reporting

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Proficiency in MS Excel

Interpersonal skills

Education

University degree in Finance or related field

CPA designation or equivalent experience

Tools

Sage Accounting System

Ceridian Payroll System

Job description

POSITION: Manager, Finance

REPORTING TO: Executive Director

WORK LOCATION: Remote (Home-based)

JOB LEVEL: 4

HOURS OF WORK: 1.0 FTE

OVERVIEW OF POSITION

The Invasive Species Council of BC is seeking a strong and competent Manager, Finance to join our dynamic team. Reporting to the Executive Director, the Manager, Finance is responsible for budget planning and overall financial reporting, offering insights and financial advice that will allow the senior management team to make the best business decisions for the organization.

You will be responsible for preparing the annual budget and quarterly financial reports for a non‑profit organization with a budget of $2–4 million/year. You will provide direction for a wide range of funded projects, along with quarterly financial reports and projections. In addition, you will provide support to the Finance and Human Resources Committee. You will ensure timely reporting on all required reports such as GST, WorkSafeBC, payroll and financial reporting on projects.

The successful candidate will have experience with budgeting, financial analysis, and financial reporting. Ideally, the candidate will have experience with managing payroll and benefits, accounts payable, and accounts receivable. You will be supported by a strong financial team member that currently handles accounts payable, receivable, and invoicing.

This position is ideal for an individual who loves financial planning and working closely with a passionate and experienced management team. You will join a well‑respected organization that works collaboratively with others to make a difference in lands, waters, and communities across BC.

You will have the opportunity to grow and gain experience in HR, fund development and strategic planning with the organization.

ISCBC is committed to providing a supportive and respectful workplace that enables flexible hours, remote workplace, and great employee benefits, all while working with a dynamic province‑wide team. If this is the job for you, we will aim to make it work for you!

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Preparing, reviewing, monitoring, and managing budgets.
• Ensuring compliance with accounting policies and regulatory requirements.
• Producing reports related to budgets, accounts payable, accounts receivable, expenses, etc.
• Preparing financial reports on projects and assisting with projections.
• Monitoring the day‑to‑day financial operations within the organization (payroll, invoicing, and other transactions).
• Reporting to management, funders and stakeholders and providing advice on how the Council and future business decisions might be impacted.
• Developing and updating reporting standards and procedures, emphasizing key financial and non‑financial metrics to inform decision‑making.
• Overseeing the Project and Proposals Coordinator and work closely to support funding applications including proposed project activities and project budgets.

EDUCATION

The ideal candidate will have a combination of experience in financial planning and reporting along with formal education. Ideally, the candidate will have one or more of the following:

• University degree in Finance, Business Administration or related experience.
• Professional designation such as CPA, or demonstrated experience in financial management.
• Minimum of 5 years of job‑related experience in financial management, ideally with non‑profit organizations.

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE

5 to 7 Years

Detail Specific Experience Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years' experience in financial management, ideally in a non‑profit organization
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Strong knowledge of accounting theory, techniques, and policies
• Proficiency with MS Office applications with strong experience in Excel spreadsheets
• Demonstrated experience in accounting systems such as Sage
• Professionalism and interpersonal skills to work collaboratively within a team and build positive relationships
• Attention to detail and strong analytical skills
• Strong knowledge of accounts payable and accounts receivable
• Good understanding and experience in payroll and systems such as Ceridian
• Experience in supervising and mentoring staff
• Knowledge of human resources and policies, a strong asset
• Experience in fund development is considered an asset