Job Description

Finance Manager

#2025-042

Location

Connexus Main Office, Vanderhoof, BC

Hours of Work:

Full-Time 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 4pm

Posting Date:

July 17, 2025

Closing Date:

Until Filled

Start Date:

ASAP

Salary:

$91,296 to $104,173

Benefits:

Extended Health, Dental, Pension Plan, Paid Sick Days, LTD, Vacation 4 weeks + More

Connexus is seeking a dedicated and strategic Finance Manager to join our team. This is a unique opportunity to play a central role in our organization's financial health and growth, working closely with senior leadership as we continue to expand our programs and impact.

About the Role

As Finance Manager, you'll be the financial cornerstone of Connexus, overseeing all aspects of financial management, control, and reporting. Your expertise will help guide the organization's strategic direction, improve operational efficiency, and ensure the highest standards of accountability. Reporting directly to the Co-Executive Director of Social Services and Co-Executive Director Operations & Housing, you will also attend board meetings and provide regular updates to the Finance Committee. You'll supervise the Finance Coordinator and be responsible for encouraging and guiding their development.

What You'll Do

Internal Control & Risk Management:

You'll develop and monitor risk management plans, review and implement internal controls, and ensure compliance with financial and administrative policies. Working with the Finance Coordinator, you'll ensure the organization is adequately insured and protected.

Financial Budgets & Reporting:

You'll lead the development of annual budgets and financial projections, support new programming and funding requests, and provide monthly financial performance reports to leadership. You'll also coordinate and oversee the annual financial audit and ensure timely, accurate reporting to funders and the board.

Financial Management:

You'll ensure reporting systems comply with GAAP, oversee capital asset purchases, manage investments, and negotiate banking services as needed. You'll also be responsible for monitoring the organization's cash position and ensuring accurate reconciliations and reporting.

HR/Finance:

Supporting the Finance Coordinator, you'll oversee payroll, staff benefits, and pension plans. You'll ensure the finance team is cross-trained on all systems, and provide backup when necessary.

Human Resource Management:

You'll lead, coach, and supervise finance staff, participate in recruiting and onboarding, develop work plans, and provide performance feedback. You'll also contribute to HR policy development and provide advice on HR planning.

Administration:

You'll ensure effective record keeping of all finances, contracts, leases, and agreements.

Who We're Looking For

Education:

Bachelor's degree in Finance or Business with a concentration in finance. Preference given to those with a Professional Accounting Designation.

Experience:

At least two years of professional experience, ideally with a background in the not-for-profit or charitable sector. You have a track record in financial and operations management, including payroll, budgeting, and computerized accounting (ideally Sage Intacct and ComVida). You're comfortable with GAAP, financial documentation, and have knowledge of community-based programs and applicable legislation.

Cultural Competence:

Knowledge of socio-historical events relevant to Indigenous culture is important, has is familiarity with trauma-informed practice and culturally sensitive perspectives.

Technical Skills:

Proficiency in Word, Excel, Access, and internet banking are required.

Soft Skills:

Your communication and relationship-building skills set you apart. You're able to prioritize, negotiate, and collaborate with diverse stakeholders. You're sensitive and respectful of cultural, socio-economic, and lifestyle diversity and approach your work with a non-judgmental mindset.

Legislative Knowledge:

Understanding of federal and provincial laws impacting charities, employment standards, occupational health and safety, and human rights.

Required:

Valid class 5 driver's license & satisfactory drivers abstract Criminal Record Check clearance

Why Connexus?

At Connexus, you'll be part of a supportive, mission-driven team that values integrity, collaboration, and growth. Your work will directly influence our ability to serve the community and expand our impact. If you're ready to take on a leadership role where your expertise will be valued and your contributions will make a difference, we'd love to meet you.

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Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $91,296.00-$104,173.00 per year

Benefits:

Casual dress Company pension Dental care Disability insurance Employee assistance program Extended health care Life insurance On-site parking Paid time off Relocation assistance
Ability to commute/relocate:

Vanderhoof, BC: reliably commute or be willing to relocate with an employer-provided relocation package (required)
Application question(s):

Are you a Canadian citizen, a permanent resident or do you have a valid work permit?
Education:

Bachelor's Degree (required)
Experience:

Accounting/ Finance: 2 years (preferred) Non profit: 2 years (preferred)
Licence/Certification:

Class 5 Licence (preferred)
Work Location: In person