Job Description

UNITED WAY BC IS PROUD TO BE RECOGNIZED AS ONE OF

CANADA'S TOP 100 EMPLOYERS FOR 2024,2025 and 2026

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About us and why we're here

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Across British Columbia, communities are facing urgent and complex social challenges. United Way BC is committed to delivering lasting, community-driven impact in partnership with diverse populations across the province including Indigenous communities whose territories we live and work on. From Vancouver Island to the Lower Mainland, and across the Thompson Nicola Cariboo, Southern Interior, Trail and District, and East Kootenay regions, we walk alongside communities to create meaningful and equitable change.

Our mission

is to strengthen vital connections that support people in need in our communities.

Our vision

is to create a healthy, caring and inclusive community.


How do we deliver on our mission and vision - by delivering resources and support for those who need it most, and by living our values of being collaborative, compassionate, strategic, responsive, accountable, and inspiring.


For a more in-depth to look into our work and programs, please visit: www.uwbc.ca.

Make community impact with your finance leadership

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At United Way British Columbia (UWBC), we strengthen vital connections that support people in need across the province. As our Finance Manager, you'll lead day-to-day financial operations in the areas of accounts receivable, accounts payable, payroll, and donor processing to deliver timely, accurate reporting, and coach a talented team so leaders and programs have the trusted financial insights they need to make a difference.

Why this role matters

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You'll be the bridge between financial stewardship and community impact to ensure funds are accounted for with integrity, audits run smoothly, and departments can clearly understand and act on their numbers.

What you'll do

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Lead financial reporting & controls: Own full-cycle accounting including accounts receivable, accounts payable, payroll, monthly/quarterly management reporting, variance analysis, and balance sheet reconciliations. Steer audits & compliance: Coordinate annual audit working papers; ensure CRA compliance and filings (e.g., T3010).
Advance donor & grant finance: Oversee donor services financial operations, restricted fund accounting, tax receipting, and CRM-to-GL integration (SalesforceSage Intacct). Partner across departments: Collaborate with program and operations leaders to clarify budgets and meet government contract reporting requirements. Coach & develop the team: Build capability across AR/AP and donor processing, fostering accountability and continuous improvement. Drive process excellence: Streamline workflows and system use (Sage Intacct, ADP Workforce Now) to reduce close time and improve data quality.

What you bring

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Education & Credentials: Bachelor's in Finance/Accounting (CPA preferred or in progress). Experience: 7+ years in accounting/finance (non-profit experience an asset), with audit coordination and monthly reporting. Leadership: Proven ability to coach teams and build accountable culture. Technical acumen: Advanced Excel; experience with ERP/CRM (Sage Intacct, Salesforce, ADP Workforce Now). Communication: Ability to translate financials for non-financial audiences; collaborative style aligned with UWBC's values.

Why you'll love working here

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Mission with measurable impact, inclusive culture, and growth opportunities.

Total rewards

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Salary: $111,180.00 - $117,720.00. Benefits: Extended health & dental, Municipal Pension Plan, generous vacation and personal days, office closure between Christmas and New Years

Our commitment to equity

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We celebrate and support diversity. If you're excited about this role but don't meet every requirement, please apply.

How to apply

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Submit your resume and cover letter referencing Competition E-2025-20 via our careers portal.