PCPI Manager of Finance

SPECIFIC ACCOUNTABILITIES (SECTION II)

Financial Management & Compliance

• Manage and oversee financial operations for all contribution agreements in compliance with Federal and Provincial funding contribution agreement requirements.
• Ensure expenditures align with approved Budgets Detail Templates (BDTs) and contribution agreements.
• Monitor eligible and ineligible costs, funding caps, and cost allocation methodologies.
• Prepare for and support audits, financial reviews, and funder monitoring activities.
• Ensure that all statutory requirements of the organization are met including Not for Profit Status, Withholding Payments (CPP, EI), Income Tax, Goods and Services Tax
• Maintain strong internal controls and financial policies aligned with public-sector funding standards.
• Reconcile bank statement and investment accounts/general ledger monthly, prepare budget reports for board meetings as required.

• Assist with negotiations of all leases, contracts, and other financial commitments.

Strategic Budgeting & Forecasting

• Lead organization-wide budgeting and multi-year financial forecasting.
• Develop project budgets in collaboration with senior management and programme managers.
• Provide variance analysis and proactive financial insights to support corrective action.
• Translate financial data into clear, actionable information for non-financial stakeholders.

Financial Analysis & Reporting

• Prepare accurate and timely financial reports for senior management, program managers, and government funders and ensure projects’ forecasts and claims are completed and submitted as scheduled.
• Conduct financial analysis to assess project performance, funding utilization, and organizational sustainability.
• Support strategic planning through scenario modeling and financial risk analysis.

Business Development & Proposal Support

• Develop detailed, compliant budgets for funding proposals and business development opportunities.
• Advise on financial feasibility, cost recovery, and funding constraints during proposal development.
• Support negotiations related to financial terms of contribution agreements.

Systems & Payroll

• Utilize accounting software (e.g., Spire) to maintain accurate financial records and reporting.
• Manage payroll processing using ADP, including statutory deductions, remittances, and payroll taxes.
• Ensure compliance with payroll legislation and reporting requirements.
• Identify opportunities to improve financial systems, reporting tools, and processes.

Collaboration & Communication

• Act as a financial advisor to programme managers, supporting project budget management and financial decision-making in accordance with budget lines.
• Consult with senior management on regarding budget decision and keep them informed on the financial status of the organization all times.
• Liaise with insurance providers to obtain and maintain current appropriate insurance coverage for the organization and the Board of Directors.
• Liaise with Federal and Provincial government representatives on financial matters.
• Communicate complex financial information clearly to non-financial audiences.
• Support a culture of financial accountability and transparency across the organization.

QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE (SECTION III)

Education & Professional Background

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field (CPA designation strongly preferred).
• Minimum 5 years of progressive experience in financial management, preferably in a non-profit or government-funded environment.
• Must be bondable.

Technical Skills

• Strong experience with strategic budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis.
• Hands-on experience with accounting software (experience with Spire is a strong asset).
• Experience managing payroll using ADP, including deductions and payroll taxes.
• Advanced proficiency in financial reporting tools, Microsoft Office 365, Windows environment (Teams, Excel, and PowerPoint)
• Certificate in Health and Safety is an asset.

Knowledge & Competencies

• Working knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles.
• In-depth understanding of contribution agreements, public-sector funding, and compliance requirements.
• Ability to move beyond bookkeeping to provide strategic financial insight.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and attention-to-detail skills.
• business leaders and build relationships.
• Bondable, trustworthy and a strategic thinker.
• Strong negotiation, communication, interpersonal and creative problem-solving skills,
• Strong communicator to effectively liaise with community and business leaders and build relationships.

Working Relationships

• Reports to: President & CEO
• Works closely with: Government Funders, Programme Managers, vendors, suppliers, landlords and contractors.

WORKING CONDITIONS (SECTION V)

In-person office setting

Minimal travel for banking and off-site meetings.

Digital Office environment.

 

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Why Join Us

This role offers the opportunity to play a key strategic role in a mission-driven organization that manages impactful, publicly funded projects. The Manager of Finance will help shape financial sustainability, support growth opportunities, and ensure responsible stewardship of public funds.

 PCPI offers a competitive salary of $80,000 per year with health and dental benefits and 2% RRSP contribution upon successful completion of probation. A valid police record check is required for all employees

 Equity, Diversity and Inclusion

PCPI is committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable, and diverse workplace. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities.

 Accessibility & Accommodation

PCPI provides an accessible recruitment process and workplace. We welcome applications from persons with disabilities and will provide reasonable accommodations throughout the recruitment process upon request.
If you require accommodation during the application process, please contact Michael Dacuycuy at dacuycuy@careerplan.net. We will work with you to meet your needs.

If this sounds like an opportunity for you to apply your education, skills, and experience to the position, and to join a team of professionals, then we want to hear from you.

How to Apply:

Please submit your resume through www.pcpi.ca or via the PCPI LinkedIn posting: https://www.linkedin.com/jobs/view/4366484253/

No telephone enquiries please.

Selection Process:

We thank all applicants for their interest in PCPI. Only candidates whose qualifications most closely align with the required competencies will be contacted for an interview.