Hybrid Field Finance Specialist

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About the role

  • Provide guidance and support to program staff to ensure accurate financial records and compliance
  • Serve as a resource for Program Teams with guidance, tools, and technical support to ensure accounting records are accurate, complete, and up to date
  • Support internal financial controls and timely reporting to ensure program accounting is properly reflected in North American financials
  • Review financial submissions for completeness, accuracy, appropriate documentation, and alignment with accounting standards and internal procedures
  • Oversee compliance with internal policies, donor and government regulations, and established procedures; elevate significant concerns to the Finance Director
  • Manage and reconcile general ledger accounts, audit, balance, and correct balance sheet accounts
  • Analyze and reconcile subsidiary ledgers to the general ledger and determine appropriate corrections
  • Review accruals and interdepartmental charges for accuracy and completeness
  • Support external audit process by preparing schedules, reports, and documentation; assist with year-end reporting including Canada-specific filings
  • Identify inconsistencies in grants and restricted funds recording and collaborate to ensure consistent financial treatment
  • Develop and implement procedures to maintain accurate and efficient financial systems; document procedures and best practices
  • Analyze financial data and create reports to support operational and strategic decision-making
  • Handle specialized accounting tasks for global operations such as fixed asset processing, grant reporting, and benefit accounting processes
  • Perform other job-related duties including collaborative projects and support for new or evolving financial systems, tools, and training across the organization

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field required
  • Chartered Professional Accountant Designation (CPA or equivalent) preferred or minimum enrollment in CPA program
  • Minimum of 5 years of relevant accounting experience, including general ledger work, reconciliations, and financial reporting
  • Demonstrated expertise in accounting software, including Sage Intacct
  • Familiarity with nonprofit or international financial environments, including institutional or high compliance donor grant management
  • Prior experience with accounting for grants and restricted funding preferred
  • High proficiency in Microsoft Excel
  • Solid understanding of accounting principles and practices, including account reconciliations, journal entries, and internal controls
  • Ability to analyze financial data, identify discrepancies, and apply appropriate corrections
  • Exceptional communication skills to work with diverse teams and stakeholders
  • Ability to work independently with initiative, as well as collaboratively within a team-oriented environment
  • Keen attention to detail with the ability to maintain accurate, audit-ready financial records
  • Capacity to adapt to changing priorities and work across time zones to support global staff
  • Fluency in English (written and spoken) required; French and/or Spanish an asset
  • Demonstrated commitment to Christ and recognition that this position contributes to the work of His Kingdom

Benefits

  • Hybrid work arrangement (Hybrid in Burlington, ON)
  • Training and support for new or evolving financial systems, tools, and training
  • Reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities
  • Faith-based mission environment with commitment to diversity, inclusion and equity

Job title

Field Finance Specialist

Job type

Experience level

Mid levelSenior

Salary

CA$71,400 - CA$81,600 per year

Degree requirement

Bachelor's Degree

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