Manager of Finance

Pillar Nonprofit Network; London; Hybrid; CAD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Finance Manager to oversee accounting duties and lead a dedicated finance team. This role involves managing payroll, accounts payable/receivable, and ensuring compliance with financial standards. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong analytical skills and the ability to foster collaboration across departments. With a hybrid work environment and a commitment to community support, this position offers a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact while working with a passionate team dedicated to supporting families affected by dementia.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of leadership experience in finance.
• Strong relationship-building skills and knowledge of finance legislation.

Responsibilities

• Manage general accounting duties and payroll.
• Provide leadership to the finance team and ensure data integrity.
• Prepare financial statements and reports for stakeholders.

Skills

Planning and organizational skills

Time management

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Proficiency in Microsoft 365

Proficiency in QuickBooks

Public speaking skills

Education

Degree or diploma in a relevant field

Tools

QuickBooks

Microsoft 365

Payroll software

Job description

Immediate Supervisor: Director of Operations

Direct Reports: Finance Clerk

Job Status: Full-time, Permanent, 35 hours per week, occasional evening and weekend work required.

Location: Within the region of Elgin, Middlesex and Oxford counties and remote from home. Travel throughout the region may be required.

Summary: The Manager of Finance is responsible for managing general accounting duties, payroll, accounts payable/receivable, the annual audit, budget, Board, funder, and statistical reporting. The position provides leadership to the finance team and collaborates with operations and development teams to ensure the integrity of finance and data processes.

Leadership Responsibilities:

• Provide leadership within the finance portfolio.
• Work closely with the supervisor to carry out objectives within the Enterprise Risk Management Plan and Strategic Plan.
• Be present at each office site throughout the month as role requires.
• Represent the Alzheimer Society professionally, treating clients, volunteers, partners, donors, and staff with respect and dignity.
• Act in the best interest of the organization.
• Demonstrate understanding and commitment to the organization's role and mission.
• Support the fund development mission.
• Participate in organization activities and events such as the annual general meeting, fund development, appreciation, social, and other events as required.
• Manage HR functions for direct reports, including performance management, employee development, scheduling, time off requests, recruitment, orientation, onboarding, and ongoing support.
• Foster an environment of communication, collaboration, and efficiency across all departments.
• Participate in established committees such as Culture, EDI, etc.
• Ensure organizational policies are communicated, understood, and followed by the team.
• Provide reports and updates to the supervisor, staff, and Society Committees as needed.
• Perform other related duties as required.

Role Specific Responsibilities:

Financial Oversight and Reporting

• Enter all journal entries accurately.
• Prepare reconciliations and schedules, including capital schedules and detailed investment subledgers.
• Provide quarterly financial statements and reports, including narrative summaries.
• Present draft financial statements to the Finance and Audit Committee and the Treasurer for review and to the Board for updates.
• Prepare an annual Budgeted Statement of Operations in Financial Statement format.
• Complete custom reporting as required.
• Prepare audit support working papers and analyses.
• Ensure financial statements comply with ASNPO standards.

General Accounting

• Perform quarterly accruals, allocations, and ledger adjustments.
• Establish and oversee the yearly budget with input from the leadership team.
• Reconcile accounts at year-end.
• Update deferred revenue schedules quarterly.
• Supervise finance team activities, including T3010 filings, HST returns, bank reconciliations, and financial reports.
• Manage payroll bi-weekly using ADP Workforce Now, review T4s, T4 summaries, and Employer Health Tax submissions.
• Oversee pension and benefit activities.

Accounts Payable

• Monitor cash flows and make bank transfers as required.
• Supervise invoice coding, payments, grant tracking, and credit card expense reconciliation.

Audit

• Coordinate and support annual audits.
• Reconcile donor database income to QuickBooks and provide audit materials.

Reporting: Ontario Health/Ministry of Health Reporting/Alzheimer Society Ontario

• Manage collection and submission of financial/statistical reports to funding bodies.
• Prepare and submit annual reports and budgets as required.

Evaluation:

• Participate in performance management processes.

Requirements / Experience and Qualifications:

Skills:

• Excellent planning and organizational skills.
• Strong time management and ability to meet deadlines.
• Results-oriented and focused.
• Highly analytical and detail-oriented.
• Discretion, sound judgment, and tact handling sensitive/confidential info.
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, written, and public speaking skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft 365, QuickBooks, payroll software, and MIS reporting.
• Comfort with virtual meetings (Zoom, Teams).
• Ability to plan, evaluate systems, and establish partnerships.

Required Experience and Qualifications:

• Degree, diploma, or equivalent in a relevant field.
• 3+ years leadership experience.
• Ability to lead, support, and evaluate a team.
• Knowledge of legislation and best practices in finance.
• Strong relationship-building skills.
• Flexible schedule, valid driver’s license, access to vehicle, vulnerable sector police check.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in non-profit and healthcare sectors.
• Knowledge of dementia-related services and applications of ASNPO and fund accounting.

Working Conditions:

• Hybrid work environment.
• Extended screen time, manual dexterity required.
• Occasional lifting up to 25 lbs.
• Travel within the region.

Organization Overview :

The Alzheimer Society supports families affected by Alzheimer’s and dementias, providing advocacy, support, education, and funding for research.

Our Vision:

No one impacted by dementia goes unsupported.

Our Mission:

We provide community and person-centered support and education.

Our Values:

Collaboration, Excellence, Respect, Compassion, Belonging.

Applicants should submit a cover letter and resume in .pdf to: [e-mail], with the job title in the subject line. Only complete applications will be considered, and only selected candidates will be contacted.

Commitment to Equity:

We value diversity and are committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment, encouraging applications from diverse backgrounds, including Indigenous Peoples, Black and persons of color, persons with disabilities, people living with dementia, care partners, and 2SLGBTQAI+ individuals.