The Winnipeg Foundation is For Good. Forever. We help people give back to our shared community by connecting generous donors with causes they care about For Good. We are an endowment-based public foundation, so gifts are pooled and invested, and the annual earnings are distributed back to the community Forever. Formed in 1921, we are proud to be the first community foundation in Canada. Our vision is ‘a Winnipeg where community life flourishes for all.’
The Foundation is committed to work/life balance and diversity both within the organization and in its work with the community.
We are currently recruiting for the role of
Senior Financial Analyst - Reporting (Permanent – Full-time)
Our Values
Trust
Responsiveness
Generosity
Transformation
Equity
Our Core Competencies
Active Listening
Relationship Building
Adaptability
Managing Healthy Conflict
Critical Thinking and Decision Making
The Role:
This senior-level position within the Finance team plays a crucial role in overseeing all areas of general accounting, with responsibility for preparing financial reports and statements, such as balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow reports, while ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and internal policies.
In addition to these core responsibilities, this position demands a robust capacity for in-depth research and financial analysis. The successful candidate will analyze financial data and trends to support strategic decision-making processes within The Foundation. This will involve collaborating with other departments to assess the financial implications of various projects and initiatives, providing insights that guide budgetary planning and resource allocation. Strong analytical skills and attention to detail are essential for identifying opportunities for efficiency and cost savings.
Core Areas of Responsibility:
Financial Reporting
Prepares reports and analysis such as variance analysis and financial statement analysis
Prepares various ad-hoc reporting based on requests across the organization
Prepares month end financial statements and ensures that general ledger is balanced at month end
Prepares analytical reports for finance team
Prepares quarter and year-end financial statements and supports the preparation of financial statement note disclosures
Completes year end and beginning of year duties such as general ledger reconciliations, spending policy calculations, and administrative fee calculations
Supports finance area activity including gift entry review and tax receipting issues, gift of securities, accounts and grants payable processes, fund coding and all other general accounting functions
Oversees the gathering of information related to and final completion of the T3010
Other duties as assigned
Budgeting
Conducts variance analysis related to budgets
Track actual spending related to budgets and advise management of potential risks
Review biweekly AP entries
Track the depreciation of fixed assets
Prepare monthly budget overviews and quarterly reports
Conducts budget year-end reconciliations
Education and Experience
Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, or accounting
3-5 years’ experience in an accounting or finance role
Chartered Professional Accountant designation is an asset
Skills and Abilities
A strong work ethic and high level of initiative and reliability. Practice great discretion with sensitive and confidential information
Exceptional interpersonal, presentational and communication skills, with the ability to convey complex concepts clearly and effectively
Strong research and analytical mindset
Self-motivated, energetic, "can-do" attitude in a fast-paced environment
Ability to manage priorities across multiple stakeholders
Proven accuracy and attention to detail
Excellent time management and adaptability skills are essential to this role, with the ability to work independently and collaboratively
Excellent verbal and written skills
Proficient with Microsoft Office 365 (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, and Outlook) and virtual meeting software
What We Offer:
Starting salary in the range of $64,000 - $76,800
A comprehensive benefit package including health and dental benefits
A Health Spending Account
Access to Consult + (Virtual Doctor Service)
EFAP program available to employees and family members
Pension program starting at six months of employment
Vacation starting at three weeks per year
Eco-pass program (half cost bus pass)
Maternity/Parental Leave Top Up
Professional Development opportunities
Applications, including resume and cover letter, should be submitted by May 13, 2025, All applications must be submitted at https://careers.risepeople.com/the- winnipeg-foundation/en.
Applicants who do not fully satisfy all the essential requirements are nonetheless encouraged to submit their applications for consideration regarding this position. We firmly believe in the potential for diverse perspectives, skills and experience to enrich our team and contribute to The Foundation’s overall success.
The Recruitment Process
As part of The Foundation’s value for being transparent; the following are the stages of our recruitment process:
Job posting (3 weeks in circulation)
Phone screening – (conducted after the closing date; duration: 2 weeks)
First in-person interview (conducted within 2 weeks after phone screening interviews)
Second in -person interview (within 2 weeks after the first interview)
Start date: June 2025
During the recruitment process, prospective candidates will be expected to provide specific examples of situations where they have demonstrated The Foundation's values and core competencies.
The Winnipeg Foundation is committed to an inclusive, barrier-free environment and will accommodate the needs of applicants under the Accessibility for Manitobans Act (AMA) throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process. We thank all applicants for their interest; only those advancing in the competition will be contacted. If contacted to participate in the process, please advise if you require accommodation.
Note: If you would like to discuss an accommodation or have difficulty submitting your application via the portal, please email careers@wpgfdn.org for support.