Manager, Foundation Accounting

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Manager, Foundation Accounting overseeing financial reporting for Foundation partners and leading accounting team. Collaborating cross-functionally and managing external audits in a hybrid work environment.

Posted 7/30/2026full-timeCalgary • 🇨🇦 CanadaSeniorLeadWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in financial statement preparation, compliance with GAAP, and effective team leadership in accounting. Proven ability to enhance financial reporting processes and mentor high-performing teams while managing complex priorities.

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Active CPA DesignationFinancial Management ReportingUS GAAP KnowledgeTeam Leadership and MentoringAdvanced Excel Skills

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Hard Skills

Financial Statement PreparationGeneral Ledger ManagementBudget vs Actual AnalysisInternal ControlsDonation Trend ReportingProcess EfficiencyAudit CoordinationFinancial Reporting InsightsAccount ReconciliationCross-Functional Collaboration

Soft Skills

Problem-SolvingGrowth MindsetCommunicationAnalytical SkillsCoaching and Empowering Teams

Tools & Technologies

ERP SystemsGoogle Workspace

Certifications & Qualifications

CPA Designation

Industry Keywords

ASNPOInternational Non-Profit ReportingFinancial OperationsFinancial SystemsCompliance Reporting

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Oversee quarterly and annual financial statement preparation in alignment with local GAAP requirements for global Foundation partners
Ensure team adherence to all financial reporting deadlines across dedicated foundation entities
Manage general ledger activities, review entries, and refine internal controls for account reconciliations
Lead budget vs actual analysis and donation trend reporting for multiple entities
Expand financial reporting to provide timely, meaningful insights for Foundation trustee board meetings
Serve as the main point of contact for external auditors and coordinate annual audit timing and compliance reporting
Collaborate cross-functionally with Financial Operations, Financial Systems, Tax, and Operations to optimize ERP workflows and donation cycles
Lead workflow process improvements and special projects to elevate foundation financial reporting
Mentor, coach, and empower a high-performing accounting team while guiding annual goals and professional growth

Requirements

What you’ll need

8+ years of experience leading, mentoring, and retaining high-performing accounting teams
Active CPA designation in good standing with a degree in accounting, finance, or a related field
10+ years of post-designation experience, including direct work with external auditors and key stakeholders
Strong working knowledge of ASNPO and US GAAP (international non-profit reporting is an asset)
Proven track record in financial management reporting, process efficiency, and internal controls
Growth mindset with a proactive, hands-on approach to problem-solving and continuous learning
Ability to guide teams through complex, competing priorities while maintaining focus on core business goals
Excellent communication, analytical, and advanced Excel skills (Google Workspace experience preferred)

Benefits

Comp & perks

Innovative work
Growth opportunities
Caring co-workers
Flexible hybrid approach to work