Finance Manager

Written By Aysha Dawood

Canada Forum for Impact Investment and Development (CAFIID)

APPLICATION DEADLINE: June 7, 2026


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LOCATION

Remote

APPLICABILITY

Applicants must be legally eligible to work in Canada.

About CAFIID

CAFIID is a global network advancing impact investing in emerging markets. We convene investors, ecosystem actors, and partners to support more inclusive and sustainable financial systems. With new multi-country programming launching, CAFIID is entering a period of strategic growth and operational expansion.

Role Overview

The Finance Manager will be responsible for overseeing the financial management of CAFIID, including the administration of Global Affairs Canada (GAC) project funds and broader organizational finances. This role ensures strong financial controls, compliance with donor requirements, and accurate reporting to support effective project delivery and organizational sustainability.

The Finance Manager will work closely with the Project Director, Project Manager, and CAFIID leadership, and will report to the Treasurer.

Key Responsibilities

1. GAC Project Financial Management

  • Lead financial management of GAC-funded projects, ensuring full compliance with contribution agreements and GAC policies

  • Develop and maintain detailed project budgets, forecasts, and cash flow projections

  • Track expenditures against budget lines and eligible cost categories

  • Prepare financial reports and claims for submission to GAC, ensuring accuracy and timeliness

  • Support audits and financial reviews, including documentation and audit trails

  • Ensure proper allocation of costs (direct vs. indirect) and cost-share tracking (cash and in-kind)

2. Organizational Financial Management

  • Oversee CAFIID’s overall financial operations, including budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning

  • Maintain financial records, general ledger, and accounting systems

  • Prepare monthly and quarterly financial reports for management and the Board

  • Support annual financial statements and external audits

  • Manage cash flow and ensure financial sustainability

  • Manage payroll and human resource matters

  • Ensure all accounts are reconciled monthly

 

3. Grants, Contracts, and Partner Financial Oversight

  • Support financial management of agreements with subcontractors and partners (including international partners)

  • Review partner budgets, financial reports, and disbursement requests

  • Ensure compliance with contractual and donor financial requirements

  • Establish and maintain financial controls and guidance for partners where needed

4. Compliance and Controls

  • Ensure adherence to CAFIID financial policies and procedures

  • Strengthen and implement internal controls, including procurement and expense management processes

  • Ensure compliance with donor requirements (particularly GAC), including eligibility of costs, documentation standards, and audit readiness

  • Support development and implementation of financial and risk management policies

5. Board and Stakeholder Reporting

  • Provide regular financial updates to the Treasurer and Board of Directors

  • Support financial reporting for Annual General Meetings and donor communications

  • Contribute to financial inputs for proposals and new funding opportunities

 

Qualifications & Experience

  • Professional accounting designation (CPA or equivalent) preferred

  • 2-5+ years of experience in financial management, ideally in the non-profit, international development, or impact investing sectors

  • Demonstrated experience managing donor-funded projects, preferably with Global Affairs Canada (GAC)

  • Strong understanding of grant compliance, eligible costing, and audit requirements

  • Experience working with multi-country projects and/or international partners is an asset

  • Proficiency in financial management systems, Quickbooks and Excel

 

Skills & Competencies

  • Strong financial analysis and reporting skills

  • High attention to detail and accuracy

  • Ability to interpret and apply complex donor guidelines

  • Strong organizational and time management skills

  • Effective communication skills for working with non-financial stakeholders

  • Ability to operate in a lean, collaborative, and evolving organizational environment

How to Apply

Please complete the application form in full and submit all requested information by June 7, 2026.

We encourage interested candidates to apply early, as applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Additional Information

CAFIID is committed to building an inclusive and accessible organization. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds. If you require accommodations during the application process, please let us know.

 
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