Manager of Finance

People First Recruitment and Executive Search; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

People First Recruitment and Executive Search is seeking a Manager of Finance for a Winnipeg-based, community-focused organization. Reporting to the Executive Director, you will lead budgeting, financial reporting, cash flow, and funding compliance across multiple grants and programs.

You will oversee audits, internal controls, and partnerships with First Nation communities, funders, and leadership, guiding strategic financial planning and supporting long-term organizational sustainability.

Qualifications

• Degree or diploma in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or related field.
• CPA designation or progress toward designation is an asset.
• 3–5 years progressive accounting/finance experience with leadership responsibilities.
• Experience with budgets, financial reporting, audits, cash flow, and financial analysis.
• Experience with government funding agreements, grants, or fund accounting environments.
• Experience in not-for-profit, Indigenous, public sector or complex funding environments desirable.
• Experience supporting multiple projects or funding streams.

Responsibilities

• Lead the preparation of annual budgets for the organization, programs and projects.
• Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and reports.
• Monitor cash flow, financial performance, expenditures, revenues, and funding balances.
• Oversee accounts payable, receivable, advances, reimbursements, and related transactions.
• Maintain strong financial controls, policies, and procedures for compliance and effectiveness.
• Provide financial guidance to the Executive Director and leadership team.
• Coordinate annual audits and liaise with external auditors and funders.
• Support funding applications, project proposals and new funding opportunities.

Skills

Budgeting

Financial reporting

Cash flow management

Audit coordination

Internal controls

Leadership

Funding compliance

Education

Accounting/Finance degree

CPA designation asset

Job description

On behalf of our client, a well-established, community-focused organization, we are seeking an experienced finance professional to join their team as Manager of Finance.

Reporting directly to the Executive Director, the Manager of Finance provides strategic and operational financial leadership, overseeing the organization's financial operations while ensuring accuracy, integrity, compliance, and timely reporting across multiple funding streams, programs, and business entities.

Key areas of responsibility include budgeting, financial reporting, cash flow management, audit preparation, internal financial controls, and funding compliance. The Manager of Finance also works closely with First Nation partners, funders, auditors, leadership, and internal teams to promote financial accountability and support long‑term organizational sustainability.

This is an excellent opportunity for a finance professional who enjoys balancing technical expertise with relationship‑building, coaching, and collaborative problem‑solving.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Management & Operations

• Lead the preparation of annual organizational, program, and project budgets.
• Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and reports.
• Monitor organizational cash flow, financial performance, expenditures, revenues, and funding balances.
• Oversee accounts payable, receivable, advances, reimbursements, and related financial transactions.
• Maintain strong financial controls, policies, and procedures to ensure compliance and operational effectiveness.
• Support organizational planning through financial analysis, forecasting, and recommendations.
• Provide financial guidance and advice to the Executive Director and leadership team.
• Maintain accurate and organized financial records and supporting documentation.
• Exercise appropriate signing authority and approval responsibilities.

Funding, Compliance & Reporting

• Manage financial reporting requirements associated with government funding agreements, grants, contribution agreements, and contracts.
• Monitor compliance with funding agreements and financial obligations.
• Prepare cash flow forecasts, claims, reconciliations, schedules, and reports required by funders and stakeholders.
• Track funding balances, carry‑forwards, holdbacks, and reporting deadlines.
• Identify financial risks, discrepancies, and compliance concerns and recommend corrective action as required.
• Support the preparation of financial information for grant applications, project proposals, and new funding opportunities.

Audit & Financial Oversight

• Coordinate annual audits and year‑end financial processes.
• Prepare audit working papers and supporting documentation.
• Liaise with external auditors and funding agencies.
• Ensure organizational financial records are maintained in accordance with applicable accounting standards and reporting requirements.

Partner Support & Capacity Building

• Review financial reports, documentation, and submissions received from external partners and funded organizations.
• Provide guidance and support to partner organizations regarding financial reporting requirements and funding compliance.
• Conduct periodic financial monitoring activities and reviews.
• Assist stakeholders in understanding financial policies, procedures, and reporting expectations.
• Support ongoing capacity‑building initiatives through coaching, training, and collaborative problem solving.
• Provide guidance and support to finance team members.
• Foster a collaborative, service‑oriented approach within the finance function.
• Support continuous improvement of financial systems, processes, and reporting practices.

Qualifications

• Diploma or degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related discipline. Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered.
• CPA designation, international accounting designation, or progress toward a professional accounting designation would be considered an asset.
• Minimum 3-5 years of progressive accounting and finance experience, including leadership, supervisory, or management responsibilities.
• Experience managing budgets, financial reporting, audits, cash flow, and financial analysis.
• Experience working with government funding agreements, grants, contribution agreements, or fund accounting environments.
• Experience within a not‑for‑profit, Indigenous, public sector, community‑based, or similarly complex funding environment is highly desirable.
• Experience supporting multiple projects, programs, or funding streams simultaneously.

Work Arrangement

• Full‑time, permanent position based in Winnipeg, Manitoba.
• In office‑based work environment.
• Occasional travel throughout Manitoba may be required to support financial monitoring and stakeholder engagement activities.
• Additional hours may occasionally be required during periods of peak financial activity, including budget preparation and the annual audit.
• Valid driver's licence and access to reliable transportation are required.

Salary Range

The base salary range for this position is between $70,000 - $75,000 annually.

This represents base salary only and does not represent other compensation components of the total compensation (i.e. annual vacation allotments, pension contributions, etc.). The actual base salary will vary depending on relevant job‑related factors such as knowledge, skills, qualifications, experience, and education/training. If you are selected to move forward in our recruitment process, our recruitment team will be able to provide additional details of the total compensation package for this role.

For further information about this career opportunity, please feel free to contact Janelle Robin at 204.396.4752.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected will be contacted for an interview.