Position Description

We are seeking a qualified finance professional with corporate experience and knowledge of the not-for-profit sector to help develop and grow the Awana Canada Ministry. The ideal candidate will be adaptable and support decision-making through financial data analysis with timely reporting to the Executive Director, Board, and Executive Leadership Team.

Responsibilities include leading all financial reporting, collaborating on budgets and forecasts, ensuring compliance with Federal and Provincial reporting deadlines, and reviewing accounts monthly while adhering to Generally Accepted Accounting Principles.

The primary purpose of this role is to support the Awana Canada Ministry by providing accurate and timely financial information, creating financial projections for decision-making, and ensuring all external reporting deadlines are met. A positive “can-do” attitude is essential, as the ministry flexes and moves based on the season. Welcoming new team members is an exciting opportunity for us, and we prioritize cultural fit to ensure that our collaborative spirit and commitment to excellence continue to thrive.

The role will be a part-time Canadian based remote position with a flexible schedule. Awana International Canada is in the process of seeking our next Finance Manager to serve as a part of our leadership for our national ministry.

The Finance Manager will work closely with the Executive Leadership Team and the Executive Director in order to financially steward the ministry and give support and direction in strategic planning.

The Finance Manager not only plays a key role in financial accountability and reporting, but as well must be able to feel the ministries heart to grow.

Skills and Experience

Internal Reporting

• Monthly financial reporting
• Variance analysis, oversight of chart of accounts
• Month end entries-(deferred revenue, pre-paid, cap assets, admin fees, fund transfers) as needed
• Reconciliation of accounts – as needed
• Executive Director Report provides key performance indicators to aid decision-making.
• Operations Reports
• Sales analysis (monthly as needed)
• Cost of sales analysis (monthly as needed)
• Shipping analysis (monthly as needed)
• Annual pricing updates (based on discussions with ED)
• Donation Reporting
• Support Donor Engagement
• Quarterly Forecast Projection
• Annual Budget

External Reporting

• HST filing
• Compliance – T3010, BC registration, Quebec registration, NFP Corp
• Annual Returns (Federal and Provincial)
• Donation Tax receipting – oversight/reconciling

Financial Management

• Payroll oversight
• Clergy filings/oversight
• Supervision and support of Finance Coordinator
• Year-end/audit prep/oversight
• Member of the Executive Leadership Team

Qualifications & Competencies

• Accounting designation CPA or CMA
• 10+ years experience in accounting
• An asset would be to have a familiarity with a church/mission-based/para-church organization and or experience in the charitable sector
• Advanced computer skills with good knowledge of Quickbooks, Excel, and other accounting software.
• Understanding of CCCC’s and CRA regulations and reporting requirements
• Knowledge and experience in Payroll Accounting

1 (ADP) would be a great asset to have for this

Responsibilities include leading all financial reporting, collaborating on budgets and forecasts, ensuring compliance with Federal and Provincial reporting deadlines, and reviewing accounts monthly while adhering to Generally Accepted Accounting Principles.

The primary purpose of this role is to support the Awana Canada Ministry by providing accurate and timely financial information, creating financial projections for decision-making, and ensuring all external reporting deadlines are met. A positive “can-do” attitude is essential, as the ministry flexes and moves based on the season. Welcoming new team members is an exciting opportunity for us, and we prioritize cultural fit to ensure that our collaborative spirit and commitment to excellence continue to thrive.

If this sounds like you, please email a summary of your experience and interest to opportunities@awanacanada.ca indicating that you are interested in this Finance Manager role with Awana Canada.