Job Description

Position Details:

Full Time Permanent, Vacant Position

Starting Salary:

starting at$99,000 (based on a 35-hour work week and commensurate with individual education and experience, as it relates to the position).

Location:

Hybrid in Oak Hammock Marsh near Stonewall, MB

Closing Deadline

: October 12, 2025 (11:59 PM EST)

What You Will Do

Review and approve payment journals, bank transfers, monthly pension disbursements, corporate journal entries and invoice journals. Ensure banking approvals are completed to support timely and accurate disbursement of funds. Manage the monthly, quarterly general ledger close process, ensuring all required activities are completed accurately and on time to meet internal reporting obligations. Coordinate the year-end financial statement close process, including the preparation of audit working papers. Monitor and evaluate accounting processes across the organization, collaborating with cross functional teams to ensure evolving business needs are met effectively. Maintain a comprehensive understanding of system interfaces that impact financial data accuracy, contribute to process decisions that enhance long term efficiency and data integrity In collaboration with the Treasury staff, ensure compliance with internal treasury policies and controls related to payment processing and banking activities. Maintain finance policies and procedures that support effective governance and safeguarding of DUC assets. Serve as the key finance contact for all central services budget centres and work with budget centre owners to develop budgets and projections as it relates to the Annual Financial Plan. Deliver training on financial systems, business rules and processes including timesheet management, expense reporting, taxable benefits, projects, approval workflows, and Dynamics365 Prepare detailed financial analysis and variance reporting to support and promote accountability for budget centre owners. Leverage Power BI reporting to analyze trends, identify operational efficiencies, and enhance data-driven decision making through advanced reporting capabilities. Provide direct leadership to the accounting team leads, ensuring daily operations are completed accurately and efficiently. Act as CRA liaison for financial reporting, including charity return, excise taxes and related audits. Ensure adherence to current accounting standards for year-end financial audits, including compliance with pension related reporting requirements. Ensure organizational compliance with all relevant legislative and policy requirements, including Occupational Health & Safety, IT security, and privacy regulations.

Requirements

An undergraduate degree in Accounting, Finance or related field. At least 5 years of full-cycle accounting experience in a leadership role. Current professional designation as a Canadian Chartered Professional Accountant. Completion of a post-secondary diploma in business, finance or accounting. Proficiency in the use of personal computers for spreadsheets, word processing, web-based accounting systems and other common software applications (ex. Dynamics 365, CRM, and MS Office Suite) Knowledge of specific technical accounting rules (CRA Tax Receipts, Excise Taxes, Employee Benefits, Accrual Accounting, Financial Reporting) Knowledge of ASPE and Not for Profit accounting standards Proactive, detail and completion oriented with excellent judgment, analytical skills, organizational and planning abilities. Ability to identify errors, anticipate potential risks and come up with resolutions to correct errors and mitigate risks.

What We Offer

3 weeks' vacation with paid personal and sick days Comprehensive compensation & benefits package Hybrid work arrangement

How to Apply

DUC is proud to be recognized as a non-profit employer of choice for the second year in a row. Working for DUC is a career highlight for many staff. Let us know if making a difference is important to you.


If you are qualified and interested in this opportunity, please visit our online career center to submit your application for confidential consideration.


Ducks Unlimited Canada is committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment. If you require accommodations during the recruitment and selection process, please email us at hr@ducks.ca. All requests for accommodation will be handled in a confidential manner.

While DUC would like to thank all applicants, only candidates considered for an interview will be contacted.