Finance Officer (VCF)

About Vancity Community Foundation

Vancity Community Foundation was founded on the belief that if we work together, we will have the resources we need to build a thriving community.

Everything we do is an investment in community. We believe that if all our assets are invested in building communities, where cooperative principles and practices are flourishing and social justice and environmental sustainability are centered, the world will be a better place and community well-being will be enhanced.

Our vision, shared with Vancity, is a transformed economy that protects the earth and guarantees equity for all.

• We implement cooperative principles and practices.
• We believe in social justice and financial inclusion.
• We actively work towards Truth + Reconciliation and being an anti-racist organization.
• We are committed to environmental sustainability and climate justice.
• We are a Living Wage Employer.
• We value collaboration, innovation, integrity, equity, and community.
  
  

About The Workplace

This is a permanent, full-time role that will enjoy hybrid working arrangements which can be fulfilled primarily from the Vancity Community Foundation office location at 312 Main and your Lower Mainland based home office.

As a Finance Officer, you’ll play a vital role in keeping our financial operations running smoothly and accurately across both Vancity Community Foundation (VCF) and Greater Vancouver Community Assistance Foundation (GVCAF). You’ll be responsible for overseeing the administration of the Finance Dept, including processing financial transactions, reconciliations and related month-end processes with precision and timeliness, while supporting the Director of Finance in preparing clear, reliable, and comprehensive financial reports. Your work will help maintain the integrity of our financial systems, policies, and internal controls, and you’ll be a go-to resource for staff inquiries and day-to-day financial administration.

A Typical Day Would Involve

• Perform centralized financial administrative tasks and oversee the processing of financial transactions, which may include processing donations and grants, operating income and expenses, as well as bank and treasury activities
• Prepare routine journal entries, complete bank and account reconciliations and/or execute other monthly or annual closing activities enabling accurate and timely information for financial reporting.
• Provide support to the Director of Finance to maintain the integrity of and compliance with internal controls, financial policies and processes, and financial systems.
• Support effective financial administration across VCF teams and projects (ie. creating and updating procedure documents, file management, updating forms and templates, )
• Respond to general financial inquiries from both staff and management, prepare routine reports and provide other ad hoc financial and administrative support as required to ensure smooth and effective financial operations and meeting department objectives.
  
  

You Have

• Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field. This role is also a valuable opportunity for candidates pursuing their CPA designation.
• 2–5 years of experience in financial operations or accounting.
• Experience in community-based programs or charitable sector is an asset.
• Proficiency with financial systems and tools (e.g., Excel, ERP platforms, accounting software).
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
  
  

You Are

• Analytical – You have advanced analytical skills, you review data, detect anomalies, and investigate and resolve discrepancies.
• An Effective Communicator – You have advanced written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills, and you can utilize those skills to provide exceptional and specialized advice, guidance, explanations, and related support.
• Organized and Reliable – You manage multiple tasks with ease and meet deadlines consistently
• Independent and Self-Motivated – You take initiative, work autonomously with minimal supervision, and consistently deliver high-quality results while navigating complex tasks.
  
  

We value lived experience, so if you are interested in this role, we encourage you to apply even if you feel your skills don't perfectly align with those listed.

The salary range for this role is $64,500 to $72,000 annually. Base pay offered may vary depending on factors such as relevant qualifications, skills, previous experience, and internal equity. As part of our total rewards package, employees may also be eligible for our annual incentive program, subject to program eligibility requirements.

Posting Deadline: Posted until filled

To learn more about VCF, please visit https://www.vancitycommunityfoundation.ca/

We Offer

A career at Vancity is more than just a job, you’re joining a tradition of change-makers who are creating lasting change for our communities. Beyond base pay, we offer a comprehensive total rewards package to ensure our employees are empowered to thrive:

• We are the largest private-sector Living Wage Employer in Canada and have been consistently recognized as one of the Top Employers in Canada.
• Our permanent employees qualify for attractive benefit packages that can be customized and changed each year to meet their evolving needs.
• New employees receive between three to four weeks of vacation allowance per calendar year, and the number of vacation days grows
• In addition to the 10 statutory holidays in British Columbia, Vancity provides an additional three statutory holidays. We offer care days for periods of short-term personal illness or emergency family illness.
• We have flex credits for our health care & dental benefits offer three levels of coverage for you to select from. These benefits will also be effective immediately based on your hire date.
• We understand that retirement means different things to different people and at Vancity we will offer you a Defined benefits pension plan that pays you a retirement income for life.
  
  

Please note that all shortlisted candidates for this role will be required to complete a background check which includes employment verification, credit check, and a criminal record check.

We are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruitment experience for all candidates. If you require any accommodations at any stage of the recruitment process, please reach out to our Talent Acquisition team at [email protected] for confidential support. In-person assistance is also available. We will collaborate with you to ensure your needs are met promptly and effectively.