Senior Manager, Finance

Pillar Nonprofit Network; London; On-site; CAD 85,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading nonprofit organization in London, Ontario, is seeking a Senior Manager of Finance to manage all financial operations. The role requires a Bachelor’s degree, CPA designation, and at least 5 years of experience in accounting, preferably in the nonprofit sector. A competitive salary of $85,000 - $95,000 annually, alongside a comprehensive benefits package, is offered. Relocation assistance is available.

Benefits

Extended health benefits

Dental benefits

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Complimentary tickets

Qualifications

• 5+ years of professional accounting experience, preferably in the nonprofit sector.
• Understanding of Canadian GAAP and IFRS.
• Experience leading in a unionized environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of the theatre’s finance systems.
• Provide leadership and guidance to the finance team.
• Prepare comprehensive financial reporting.

Skills

Financial management

Team leadership

Budgeting

Cash flow management

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Commerce, or Business

Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) designation or in progress

Tools

ActivityHD or equivalent ERP software

Microsoft Office 365

Job description

The Senior Manager of Finance is responsible for the overall management and execution of financial and accounting operations including budgeting, banking, accounting, cashflow, investments, and risk management of the organization. This role collaborates with all leaders and internal departments and leads a team of two direct reports. Together the Finance Team supports all aspects of the Grand’s operations, and provides the necessary framework and rigour needed from a finance perspective. The Senior Manager of Finance is a self-motivated, self-directed, hands-on leader who has genuine interest in the financial well-being of the organization and making an impact. This position requires careful attention to detail, the ability to problem solve and manage priorities, and the ability to move projects from inception to conclusion. The ideal candidate is a creative thinker, passionate about theatre, and understands the realities of working in the not-for-profit sector. They are adept as speaking in non-financial language and related well to multiple parties including board members, staff and vendors.

Your duties and responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Overseeing and executing on all aspects of the theatre’s finance systems and operations.
• Providing leadership and guidance to the finance team.
• Collaborating with department leaders to establish annual budgets and future forecasts.
• Liaising and collaborating with the Finance Committee of the Board.
• Preparing comprehensive financial reporting including quarterly reporting, cashflows, and long-term forecasting.
• Completing all monthly reconciliations and reporting.
• Supervising the accurate and timely processing of payroll and benefits.
• Managing employee insurance and benefits plans and maintaining compliance with requirements.
• Ensuring the completion, submission, and compliance, with all reporting to Canada Revenue Agency (CRA), Canadian Arts Data (CADAC) and workplace safety organizations.
• Working closely with the theatre’s auditors and overseeing the annual audit processes for both the Grand Theatre and the Foundation.
• Identifying areas for improvement in financial systems and processes, followed by developing, documenting and maintaining systems and controls.
• Managing relationships with key third-party contractors including commercial banking, investment managers, audit firm, and finance software providers.
• Attending functions and performances as required.

To excel in this role, here is what you need in your toolkit:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Commerce, Business or equivalent;
• Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) designation or working towards one;
• 5 + years of professional accounting experience, preferably in an arts sector, nonprofit organization, or equivalent;
• Proficiency in ERP/finance software and payroll systems, including cloud-based applications (ActivityHD preferred);
• Proficient with Microsoft Office 365 suite of products, particularly Excel and Outlook and collaboration tools such as Microsoft Teams or Zoom;
• Understanding of Canadian Generally accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS);
• Proficiency in accounting standards for Not-for-Profit Organizations, reporting and compliance requirements preferred;
• Experience leading in a unionized environment is preferred.

For our top candidate,the Grand Theatre offers a competitive Total Rewards package:

• Salary range is $85,000 - $95,000 annually, commensurate with skills and experience;
• Extended health, dental, retirement, paid time off, and complimentary ticket benefits.
• The role is based in London, Ontario, and a residency (or ability to relocate to) London is required. A relocation stipend is available.

If you’re ready to bring your skills, experience, and passion to the Senior Manager, Finance role at The Grand Theatre, we’d love to hear from you. Please submit your cover letter and resume as a single document to [e-mail] .

Experience: 5+ Years

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Commerce, Business or equivalent

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