Finance Manager
Posted on November 21, 2024
FINANCE MANAGER – PART-TIME – REMOTE
Founded by passionate soccer enthusiasts, Coquitlam Metro-Ford Soccer Club (CMFSC) has grown from a single team to one of the largest and most successful clubs in the province. Since merging with a community club in 2007, CMFSC offers top-tier recreational and elite soccer programs for over 4,000 members, from toddlers to adults. With our motto "Soccer for Life!" we inspire lifelong engagement, fostering a community where players give back as coaches, officials, and more, while learning life lessons that shape successful futures.
We’re excited to add a new ‘player’ to our administrative team! As our club continues to grow, we’re seeking a dynamic, energetic and proactive Finance Manager to join our leadership team. If you're passionate about community, sports, and making a positive impact, we’d love to welcome you to our vibrant, fast-paced soccer club.
This remote position offers the freedom to tailor your schedule, with occasional evening and weekend hours to meet the dynamic demands of our community-driven non-profit. As a vital part of our leadership team, you'll work directly with the Executive Director and collaborate closely with the Finance Committee of the Board, ensuring the financial well-being and long-term sustainability of our club.
CMFSC is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We recognize that a diverse workforce is critical to accomplishing our vision and are committed to fostering a culture of inclusion where all employees are supported to reach their potential. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, creed, sex, sexual orientation, age, marital status, family status or disability.
What You’ll Do:
- Financial Reporting & Compliance (30%): Lead the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual reports; manage the annual financial review processes and ensure compliance with provincial, federal, and municipal regulations, including those related to gaming and charitable organizations.
- Budgeting & Financial Strategy (25%): Collaborate with department heads to develop and manage budgets, analyze financial performance, and provide strategic advice to ensure the club’s long-term financial stability.
- Financial Systems & Investment Management (20%): Oversee and enhance financial systems, manage investments, and recommend improvements to increase efficiency.
- Leadership & Team Support (25%): Serve as the financial leader of the organization, fostering a culture of financial responsibility, providing training, and collaborating with leadership on financial strategies while overseeing a bookkeeper and the financial day-to-day activities of the organization.
What You’ll Bring:
- CPA Designation: Essential for ensuring compliance and financial best practices.
- Non-Profit & Gaming Finance Expertise: Knowledge of BC Lotteries and non-profit funding mechanisms is highly preferred.
- Budgeting & Forecasting Skills: Experience managing complex budgets across multiple departments.
- Leadership & Communication: Ability to clearly explain financial concepts to both financial and non-financial stakeholders with experience managing staff.
- Communication & Strategic Agility: Exceptional ability to communicate financial insights and strategies clearly and concisely, tailoring your message to different audiences. As a Finance Manager, you’ll navigate dynamic financial landscapes, making quick, informed decisions that align with long-term goals while addressing immediate challenges
- Analytical Insight: Strong strategic thinking, with the ability to identify risks and opportunities to help the club thrive.
- Team-Oriented: Commitment to our core values with a positive, collaborative approach.
Why You’ll Love This Role:
- Make an Impact: Help guide a community-focused soccer club in fulfilling its mission to promote wellness, fun, and leadership.
- Work Remotely: Enjoy the flexibility of working from home with occasional evening and weekend commitments.
- Collaborate & Lead: Be part of a passionate, supportive team where your financial expertise will make a direct difference.
- Salary Details: $32,500 - $40,000 per year
How to Apply:
If you have what we are looking for and want to be part of something meaningful, where your work truly counts, please submit your cover letter and resume in a single Word or PDF file to Sara Maglio at executivedirector@cmfsc.ca, being sure to include the position title in the subject line. This posting will remain open until filled.
We kindly ask that applications be sent by email only—no fax or mail applications please—and we request that you do not phone. Due to the high number of applications we will receive, only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.
We sincerely thank all applicants for their interest in the Coquitlam Metro-Ford Soccer Club.