Manager, Financial Planning and Analysis

Job Description

Job Description* Toronto, ON * Employment: Full-time Permanent, Hybrid * Comprehensive benefits package and competitive salary * Salary Range: $80K-90K, commensurate with experience Who are you? You’re an experienced finance professional with an intense desire to join a mission-driven, non-profit organization. That’s because you care about more than just the numbers - you care about making an impact on the world. You love working on a team to accomplish something big together, having a social purpose that will make your work meaningful. If you’re ready to join an organization that combines purpose with the level of impact and commitment to see it through, then look no further. Who are we? We’re Raising The Village () , a non-profit organization founded on the mission of ending ultra-poverty in our lifetime. Since 2016, we’ve impacted the lives of over 665,000 people in Uganda to break the cycle of ultra-poverty. While there is still plenty of work to do, our innovative, holistic approach has succeeded in rapidly increasing incomes and with our organization doubling its resources and impact every 18 months, our expansion has created incredible opportunities, alongside new obstacles. Today, we’re not thinking of what to do next month or next quarter: we want to maximize our impact in the long-term. As a new member on our management team, you’ll be a big part of that change. You’ll help build our impact by bringing experience to an organization that is, and will be, changing lives. Manager - Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) The Manager FP&A will be responsible for maintaining and enhancing analytical tools to drive charity’s financial performance and analysis. The successful candidate will work closely with department leaders across the organization, coordinating with local and global teams, to drive financial analysis, planning and providing insight to business leaders to aid in sound decision making. Along with FP&A, the successful candidate would help the team in special projects such as ERP implementation, Policy review and improvements and will work closely with the Partnerships department for funding proposals and budgets. You are forward looking, exceptional with numbers, is tech savvy and is comfortable in coordinating projects in a multi-stakeholder, fast-paced environment with the highest attention to detail. You are curious, self-motivated, self-starter, a good listener, and a team player. Practically speaking, you will: Financial Planning and Analysis * Lead the process for developing annual consolidated budget, mid-term budgeting and quarterly forecasting along with long-term projections based on trends, organizational strategy and interaction with cross-functional departments * Lead the process for forecasting liquidity and cash flows of the organization * Support Senior Leadership Team (SLT) in identifying key metrics that tie back to financial performance and sustainability * Manage and coordinate the monthly process for variance explanations and internal variance reports * Perform ad hoc analysis and financial modelling where required to assist in management decision making * Continuously look for ways to improve processes; streamline budget and forecast cycles * Work closely with Accounting during month end, summarize performance, and determine how results will impact future forecasts * Liaise with Uganda team members for projects, departmental and office budgets * Monitor and coordinate with multiple departments to ensure that administrative policies and budgeting aligns with the organization’s requirements Special Projects and Grant Reporting * Assist in implementation of new accounting software * Identify and implement process improvements initiatives in collaboration with cross-team stakeholders * Support Accounting during statutory and ad-hoc audits * Provide financial support to Partnerships for Grant reporting and funder applications People Development and Other Duties * Coach and mentor junior staff to develop high level of confidence in their responsibilities * Cultivate and promote a team culture of high engagement and a team environment with career recognition and succession * Participation in organizational activities including weekly staff meetings (with North American and Ugandan staff) Working with Us In addition to a starting salary commensurate with your experience, you’ll receive a compensation package that includes health benefits, optional Group RRSP (and 4-weeks vacation in line with our policies. RTV is fast growing with opportunities for people who want to grow with the organization. We value people who are committed to our mission, align with our values, and are dedicated to their own personal and professional growth. Qualifications * Undergraduate degree in Accounting, Business or Finance * CPA, ACCA, CA or other equivalent designation * 5-7 years of financial planning experience ideally in a Non-Profit sector * Systems savvy with advanced Excel capabilities * Experience or knowledge on SAGE Intacct or similar system preferred * Previous knowledge of ERP implementation is an asset * High attention to detail and strong problem solving skills * Excellent written and verbal communication skills How to Apply Our online application will give you the option to apply to this role as a complete person – not just a resume. The application will assess your qualifications, personality traits and workplace preferences, and should take 10 to 15 minutes to complete. After submitting, you'll receive an email inviting you to log in and view your assessment results. Please note that there will be an assignment included as part of the recruitment process. We strive to build a team that reflects the diversity of the community we work in and encourage applications from traditionally underrepresented groups such as women, visible minorities, Indigenous peoples, people identifying as LGBTQ2SI, veterans, and people with disabilities. We will review applications, with priority given to those who have completed the assessment and look forward to hearing from you.