Senior Manager, Finance

Are you a changemaker? Come on INN!

 
Who Are We? 
We’re an amazing team, doing amazing things every day. Inn from the Cold is the largest organization in the 
Calgary region dedicated to supporting families experiencing a housing crisis.  

At Inn from the Cold, we offer more than a job; we provide an opportunity to make a profound impact on the lives 
of families in need. Our values guide us — compassion, accountability, respect, inclusivity, courage, and 
innovation. We are driven by our vision of a thriving community where every child and family has a safe and stable 
place to call home.  

We prioritize people, recognizing the uniqueness and worth of everyone who walks through our doors. Our 
commitment to reconciliation and equity is not just a statement; it's a journey we're dedicated to, actively working 
alongside Indigenous peoples and marginalized communities to dismantle oppressive structures. As a trauma 
informed organization, we create a safe and supportive environment, promoting healing and resilience. 

We are a multidisciplinary team united by a shared vision, mission and values. Collaboration is at the heart of our 
work, and we believe that diverse perspectives drive our success. It is this diversity and the respect and value we 
have for each other and our community that makes us stronger. 

If this sounds like a place where you would want to work, please review the position below to see if there’s a fit 
with your skills and experience. 

What Are We Looking For?  

• Position Title Senior Manager, Finance
• Job Type  Full time
• Department  Finance
• Reports to Vice President, Finance & Risk Management

Position Overview  
Reporting to the Vice President, Finance & Risk Management, the Senior Manager, Finance is responsible for 
leading core finance operations, ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial records, and supporting timely, 
reliable financial reporting across the organization. This role oversees accounting activities, month-end and year
end close, audits, reconciliations, budgeting, forecasting, cash flow monitoring, and financial systems/process 
improvement. 

The Senior Manager, Finance provides day-to-day leadership to the finance team, supports organizational leaders 
with budget-to-actual analysis and financial decision-making, and ensures compliance with internal policies, 
accounting standards, funder requirements, and applicable regulatory filings. The role also helps strengthen 
financial transparency, internal controls, and operational efficiency across the organization. 

What You’ll Do  

• Lead, coach, and support members of the finance team, including training, work assignment review, and 
  day-to-day guidance.
• Promote respectful, professional, and service-oriented communication between Finance and staff across 
  the organization.
• Oversee the maintenance of accurate accounting records in accordance with GAAP, ASNPO, internal 
  policies, and applicable best practices.
• Lead or oversee the monthly close process, including preparation and review of journal entries, subledger 
  postings, balance sheet reconciliations, and general ledger activity.
• Prepare and/or review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Prepare internal financial reports, analysis, and commentary to support leadership decision-making.
• Lead or support interim and year-end audit preparation, including working papers, reconciliations, 
  schedules, and supporting documentation.
• Coordinate with auditors and respond to audit queries in a timely and organized manner.
• Liaise with Fund Development to support accurate accounting of donations, sponsorships, grants, and 
  restricted contributions.
• Review and reconcile Raiser’s Edge and general ledger activity, including campaign, fund, and appeal 
  coding.
• Support and strengthen internal financial controls, accounting processes, and reporting mechanisms.
• Identify opportunities to improve financial systems, workflows, transparency, efficiency, and data quality.
• Provide financial support, guidance, and training to program leaders and staff on financial policies, 
  procedures, budgets, coding, and reporting expectations.
• Work collaboratively with internal teams to support accurate financial information, strong accountability, 
  and practical problem-solving. 

This position description reflects the general duties of the position, but it is not intended to be a detailed description 
of all duties that may be inherent in the position. The Senior Manager, Finance may be asked to perform other duties 
as required or assigned. 

What You Bring to Our Mission

• Post-secondary education in accounting, finance, or a related field; CPA designation or progress toward 
  CPA designation preferred.
• Minimum 7 years of progressive accounting or finance experience, preferably in a not-for-profit, charity, 
  social services, or funder-driven environment.
• Demonstrated knowledge of accounting standards applicable to not-for-profit organizations.
• Strong experience with financial reporting, reconciliations, budgeting, forecasting, audit preparation, and 
  compliance reporting. 
  
• Experience with government, charitable, and nonprofit reporting requirements, including CRA charity 
  requirements and other regulatory filings. 
  
• Strong working knowledge of accounting systems; experience with QuickBooks online is considered an 
  asset. 
  
• Familiarity with Raiser’s Edge, Vena, payroll systems, and funder reporting tools is considered an asset. 
  
• Advanced working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and strong overall proficiency with Microsoft Office. 
  
• Strong analytical, mathematical, organizational, communication, and time management skills. 
  
• Ability to interpret and apply policies, procedures, accounting standards, and funder requirements. 
  
• High attention to detail and ability to work effectively under deadlines with overlapping priorities. 
  
• Ability to maintain confidential information. 
  
• Strong interpersonal skills and comfort communicating with all levels of the organization. 
  
• Completion of required organizational training as assigned.  

What We Offer 
We provide people with meaningful work and are committed to offering equitable benefits and total 
compensation to all staff, including:

• Competitive salary, where all employees are paid a living wage at minimum 
  
• Focus on health and wellbeing, including access to employer paid extended health benefits, dental 
  benefits, annual health spending account and employer matched RRSP contributions 
  
• Commitment to your mental wellbeing with free and confidential support through the Employee & Family 
  Assistance Program 
  
• Work life balance, including paid vacation starting at three weeks, wellness days, and 12 paid statutory 
  holidays 
  
• Supportive and flexible work environment, with ongoing training and development opportunities 
  
• Potlucks, celebrations, employee engagement initiatives and plenty of fun 
  
• Strong commitment to advancing reconciliation, aligning with the calls to action of the Truth and 
  Reconciliation Commission of Canada and the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous 
  Peoples 
  
• Recognition that people are a combination of many intersecting identities; we work to cultivate an 
  environment that welcomes the whole person and harnesses the strength in diversity, creating a rich and 
  inclusive workplace. 

Our Commitment 
Join us in a workplace where your actions contribute to breaking down barriers, fostering equity, and creating a 
truly inclusive and antiracist space. At Inn from the Cold, you're not just an employee but a crucial part of a 
community, making a difference in the lives of those who need it most. 

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion: The INN is deeply committed to building a workplace where inclusion is valued and 
prioritized. We welcome and encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds and experiences. If you are 
passionate about our mission and can contribute to our team, we encourage you to apply, even if you don't meet 
every qualification listed. We value unique perspectives and are committed to building a team that represents a 
variety of talents and skills. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer seeking to create a welcoming and 
diverse environment.  

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religious beliefs, 
gender, gender identity or expression, family status, marital status, sexual orientation, place of origin, source of 
income, mental and physical disability, age or veteran status. 

Join Our Team 
We are excited to hear from you! We invite you to join our movement to end family homelessness in our city. If you 
are passionate about making a difference and meet the qualifications above, please submit your resume and 
cover letter by clicking ‘Apply Now’.  

The successful candidate must satisfactorily complete a Police Information Check with Vulnerable Sector Search 
and a Child Intervention Record Check. 

Application Deadline: Applications will be accepted until a successful candidate is found. 

Inn from the Cold is committed to providing reasonable accommodations throughout the hiring process. To 
request an accommodation, please contact us at HR@innfromthecold.org before your interview.