Finance Manager

The UBCIC is a not-for-profit First Nations political advocacy organization representing and taking direction from member First Nations in British Columbia. We aim to protect and advance the political and territorial rights of First Nations peoples in B.C. and strengthen First Nations to assert and implement their right of self-determination as Indigenous peoples. We support First Nations peoples at regional, national, and international forums.

The UBCIC upholds the principles and standards articulated in the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (UNDRIP) for the establishment and maintenance of a universal framework of minimum standards for the survival, dignity, well-being, and rights of Indigenous peoples.

Working for UBCIC, you have the chance to impact change in the lives of First Nations peoples. Our office is a warm and welcoming place where we care about our employees, create space for staff and value fair and equitable work practices.

ABOUT THE POSITION

Position: Finance Manager

Reports to: Administrative Director

Salary:$77,200 - $92,500 per annum (additional compensation may be considered for candidates with substantial experience and qualifications)

Start Date:ASAP

Type/Term :

Regular, Full-time (7 hours per day, 35 hours per week)
8:30 am to 4:30 pm Monday to Friday (excluding holidays)

Brief Overview

The Finance Manager plays a crucial role in overseeing UBCIC’s financial health and sustainability. Working in collaboration with the Administrative Director, the Finance Manager assists with budget-development, financial reporting, cash flow management, and ensuring compliance with nonprofit regulations and funding requirements. The Finance Manager works closely with the Administrative Director to align financial strategies with UBCIC’s overall mission and goals, ensuring that financial resources are used efficiently and effectively to support programs and services.

By providing insightful financial analysis and advice, the Finance Manager helps guide strategic decision-making, while collaboration with the Administrative Director ensures that financial operations are integrated with administrative functions to maintain transparency, accountability, and long-term success. Together, they ensure that the organization operates within its budget and complies with all legal and regulatory requirements.

What It’s Like To Work In the Administration Department

Working here, you will be part of a team that is deeply committed to supporting the people and work that advance the goals and mandates of UBCIC. The Administration Department plays a key role in creating the financial, operational and organizational conditions, that enable staff and leadership to carry out this work effectively.

In this role, you will work directly with the Administrative Director and other Directors/Associate Directors to help steward the organization’s financial resources, offering strategic advice and council on key financial areas to support decision making that aligns with UBCIC’s priorities.

You will have the opportunity to engage substantially with a range of external partners including First Nations organizations, foundations and governments to build relationships that support UBCIC’s financial sustainability and accountability.

Working here, you will gain a strong understanding of UBCIC’s stories, histories and priorities that shape our work.

What You Can Bring To The Role

• In-depth knowledge of financial practices, planning and budgeting and ability to address the nuances of different funding sources and manage how and when to use them.
• Maintaining a high level of confidentiality of employee records as well as funding sources and their related projects (release dates for when the projects are either starting or ending).
• Handling complex, tight deadlines with both employee payroll and funding sources.
• Managing diverse employee needs from a finance perspective and address employee’s questions.
• Excellent attention to detail and high level of accuracy.
• Strong, respectful and open verbal and written communication.
• Strong organization, prioritization, and project management skills.
• Self-directed and flexible…