Applications due by April 30th
Carolinian Canada is a network of leaders growing healthy landscapes for a green future in the Carolinian Zone, Canada’s extraordinary far south, in the spirit and practice of reconciliation. We connect science, community and business for healthy ecosystems and climate-smart neighbourhoods from Toronto to Windsor, Ontario.
Our cross-sector platforms connect 300 groups, 5,000 volunteers and 37,000 hectares to save local wildlife, water and our way of life; and support 14 UN Sustainable Development Goals.
As the Finance and Operations Specialist, you’ll use your skills in financial and contract management and organizational support to help grow the impact of Carolinian Canada, expand your experience, and contribute to climate change solutions and biodiversity conservation.
$55,000 to $75,000 per year full time.
We live on the traditional territories of many nations including the Anishinaabe, the Haudenosaunee, the Lunaapeew, the Wendat and the Mississauga. We acknowledge the inherent and treaty rights of the Indigenous peoples of Turtle Island including the many, diverse First Nations, Metis and Inuit peoples who live here now. We commit to the teachings the Two Row Wampum and the One Dish One Spoon Wampum; and our duty to reconcile, learn more and create safe spaces for Indigenous and non-Indigenous perspectives to meet and discuss the issues that matter to everyone.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Support the financial operations through budget management, project accounting, and expense tracking
- Monthly invoicing and payments (A/R, A/P)
- Report on quarterly financial results for management and board review
- Create reports on funding initiatives and project activities
- Advise and report on cash flow projections to management and board of directors
- Manage contracts for foundation grants, Conservation Impact Bond, and other agreements
- Liaise and coordinate with external partnerships
- Administrative support for fundraising and compliance activities as required
- Assist with board and committee meetings and communications
- All other duties as assigned
Education, Skills, and Experience
- Minimum completion of college diploma in accounting, business administration or a comparable program
- Previous work experience as a finance assistant, financial officer, or relatable experience
- Good knowledge of accounting and bookkeeping procedures
- Experience developing, refining or assessing finance, compliance and/or operational procedures and processes
- Knowledge of Simply Accounting is an asset
- Experience working with a board of directors and an understanding of board governance is an asset
- Knowledge of social enterprise, business planning, or impact investment models an asset
- Exposure to the Canadian Accounting Standards for Not-for-Profit Organizations is an asset
- Flexibility to deal with multiple needs in an ever-changing environment
- Excellent attention to detail, particularly with quantitative information
- Strong computer skills and the ability to learn new systems efficiently
Equal Employment Opportunities
Carolinian Canada Coalition values diversity and inclusion at the heart of its values. We're proud to be an equal opportunity employer and consider qualified applicants without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital or family status, veteran status, medical condition or disability. We encourage all qualified applicants, including Indigenous peoples, visible minorities, women, persons with disabilities and members of sexual minority groups to apply. A variety of skill levels are invited to apply
We are a virtual, flexible workplace
- Hours are flexible - full or part time
Accommodation
Carolinian Canada Coalition is committed to providing accommodation for applicants with disabilities; please let us know if you require accommodation during the recruitment process.
Application Process
Interested candidates should complete the online application below and attach their cover letter and resume.
Please submit your application and resume by April 30th
We thank all candidates for their application, only those chosen for an interview will receive a reply.
Carolinian Canada Coalition is a Canadian Registered Charity 83559 4722
Applications are Now Closed - Thank You To All Who Applied