Senior Finance Manager

Shepherds of Good Hope; Ottawa; Hybrid; CAD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working hours

Inclusive workplace

Remote work opportunities

Job summary

A non-profit organization in Ottawa is seeking a Senior Manager, Finance to oversee all aspects of accounting, reporting, and budget functions. This role requires a CPA designation or equivalent and at least 7 years of finance management experience. The candidate will supervise direct reports, develop financial policies, and collaborate with the leadership team on projects. Opportunities for remote and onsite work are available. Applicants must have strong interpersonal and communication skills and be able to explain complex finances clearly.

Qualifications

• 7 years of experience in finance/accounting management.
• 5 years of supervisory experience.
• Ability to maintain privacy of sensitive information.
• Not-for-profit experience is an asset
• Superior interpersonal and communication skills; ability to build consensus
• Embrace and lead change in a complex environment
• Advanced knowledge of SAP Business One, Raiser’s Edge, ADP or similar software
• Excellent problem solving, analytical and critical thinking skills

Responsibilities

• Supervise direct reports and manage performance reviews.
• Develop and monitor financial policies and procedures.
• Collaborate with senior leadership on projects.
• Calendarize deliverables for the finance department
• Ensure adequate tools and workspace for the team
• Review and approve reports for external/internal parties and boards
• Signatory to month-end reconciliations
• Review budgets for Board approval and identify funding/cost savings
• Collaborate with senior leadership on projects
• Review external auditor findings and implement recommendations
• Develop external partnerships with funders and sister organizations
• Support CFO as needed

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Problem solving

Analytical skills

Leadership

Integrity

Change management

Education

CPA designation or equivalent experience

Experience in Not-for-Profit

Tools

SAP Business One

Raiser’s Edge

ADP or similar software

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Office

Job description

CLOSING DATE: 4:00 p.m. on January 28, 2026

STATUS: Existing Vacancy

SUMMARY

Reporting to the CFO, the Senior Manager, Finance has oversight responsibility for all aspects of the accounting, audit, budget, and reporting functions across both SGH and SGHF.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Supervise direct reports which includes monitoring work assignment, time off, coaching and completing annual performance reviews
• Develop job descriptions for Team
• Develop, recommend, monitor, review and revise financial policies, procedures and internal controls and ensures compliance and proactively identify areas for improvement
• Calendarize the deliverables for the finance department and team
• Ensure the team is supported with adequate tools: i.e. IT hardware/ software and desks chairs, office space
• Review and approve reports for external and internal parties as well as the Finance Committees and Boards of Directors. Make recommendations for improvement in process and identify funding opportunities/ cost savings.
• Signatory to month end & related reconciliations
• Review the annual capital and operation budgets for Board approval. Make recommendations for improvements in process and identify funding/ saving opportunities
• Collaborate with senior leadership team on projects and initiatives
• Review external auditor findings and implement recommendations
• Develop network with external parties: i.e. external funders, sister organizations
• Support CFO as needed

QUALIFICATIONS

• An accounting designation of CPA, or experience equivalent, preferred
• Knowledge of CRA Fundraising Guidelines.
• A minimum of 7 years of experience in finance/accounting management and a minimum of 5 years of supervisory experience.
• Experience working in a Not-for-Profit is an asset.
• Superior interpersonal skills and the ability to build consensus. Ability to develop collaborative relationships.
• Embrace and lead change decisively in a complex environment.
• Superior communication skills, both written and oral, and be able to explain complex finances in simple language.
• Advanced knowledge of SAP Business One, Raiser’s Edge, ADP or similar software.
• Possess advanced Excel skills and proficiency in using other Microsoft Office
• Ability to meet strict deadlines on a regular basis and thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Professional and discreet, with a strong sense of integrity. They must have the ability to maintain privacy and confidentiality of sensitive information.
• Excellent problem solving, analytical and critical thinking skills and a knowledge of accounting principles and practices.
• Must be legally entitled to work in Canada
• Must by at least 18 years of age
• Able to read text and communicate orally in English. Ability to communicate in other languages is considered an asset.

WORKING CONDITIONS

The regular working schedule is 8 hours from Monday to Friday, during normal business hours that are typically between 8am and 5pm. There is an expectation of flexibility in scheduling work around program needs that may occur from time to time during evenings and weekends. This role provides opportunity to work remotely and onsite as required. As a non-unionized employee in the organization, there is an expectation that the employee will manage their time accordingly and utilize flexible working hours where needed to make up for the times where exceptional hours may apply.

Shepherds of Good Hope is committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable, and accessible workplace where people feel respected, supported, and valued. We believe that diverse lived experiences, perspectives, and identities strengthen our organization and enhance our ability to serve our community.

We encourage applications from individuals who reflect the diversity of the communities we serve, including but not limited to people of all races, ethnicities, cultures, genders, gender identities and expressions, sexual orientations, abilities, ages, and socio-economic backgrounds.

We are committed to providing an accessible and barrier-free recruitment process. Accommodations are available at any stage of the hiring process upon request, and all information shared will be kept confidential.