Job Opportunity – Director of Finance

Manitoba Law Foundation | October 24, 2025

The Manitoba Law Foundation is seeking a strategic and experienced professional to join
our leadership team as Director of Finance. This full-time, permanent role is central to
managing the Foundation’s financial growth, ensuring sustainability, and supporting
effective grantmaking.

Reporting directly to the Executive Director, the Director of Finance leads financial
strategy, operations, and oversight across the organization. The successful candidate will
bring expertise in financial leadership, investment strategy, and operational management
— ideally within the non-profit or public sector.

Applicants must reside in Manitoba and be able to travel within the province and across
Canada as required. Occasional evening and weekend availability is expected for grant
adjudication, committee, and Board meetings.

What We Offer:

  • Starting Salary: $88,000 to $104,000 annually, based on experience and qualifications.
  • Benefits: Comprehensive Health & Dental coverage, health spending account
  • Retirement: 5% RRSP Matching.
  • Work environment: Hybrid work option (up to two remote workdays per week).

Our Commitment to Equity & Accessibility

We value equity, diversity, and inclusion and strive to reflect the communities we serve.
We welcome applications from all qualified candidates and encourage applicants from
equity-deserving groups to self-identify, if comfortable.

We are committed to a barrier-free recruitment process. Accommodations will be
provided under the Accessibility for Manitobans Act (AMA) at any stage upon request.

How to Apply

Submit a cover letter and résumé by 4:00 PM, November 19, 2025, to
info@manitobalawfoundation.org with subject heading “Director of Finance – [First Name]
[Last Name]”.

We thank all applicants for their interest. Only those selected for further consideration will
be contacted. If contacted, please inform us of any accommodation needs.

Target Start Date: January 2025.

Position Summary

As a key member of the leadership team, the Director of Finance provides strategic
financial leadership and oversees the Foundation’s financial and administrative functions.
This role ensures financial health, compliance, and sustainability while optimizing
operations, investments, risk management, and reporting.

The Director supports the Executive Director, Board, and Audit & Risk Committee in
financial planning and decision-making, and manages budgeting, forecasting, grant
accounting, payroll, and investment strategy.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Leadership & Strategy

  • Execute financial strategy for the Executive Director, Board, and Audit & Risk Committee.
  • Lead financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, risk management, and internal controls.
  • Oversee financial systems and infrastructure.
  • Develop and enforce financial policies, ensuring compliance with GAAP, regulatory standards.
  • Manage cash flow, investment, and financial forecasting.
  • Prepare revenue projections, consulting economists to develop prime rate forecasts.
  • Optimize revenues, negotiate interest rates and service fees, and manage investment strategies with external advisors.
  • Ensure accurate, timely financial reporting for internal and external stakeholders, including auditors, and government agencies.
  • Lead financial risk management, assessing and mitigating vulnerabilities.
  • Act as Foundation’s CRA representative, ensuring compliance with tax filings, regulatory submissions, and government reporting.
  • Coordinate annual audit and liaise with auditors.
  • Oversee grant-related financial administration and grantee evaluations/reporting.
  • Serve as an authorized signatory for the Foundation.

Operational & Administrative Oversight

  • Manage financial systems, controls, and compliance.
  • Oversee payroll, employee benefits, and salary administration.
  • Maintain accounting systems and financial data security.
  • Partner with the Executive Director to manage external contracts (financial services, insurance, IT, and vendors), ensuring quality and cost-effectiveness.
  • Support office operations with the Executive Assistant.

Organizational Leadership & Team Management

  • Contribute to strategic planning, risk management, and decision-making.
  • Oversee and mentor finance staff.
  • Leads recruitment for finance roles.
  • Drive process improvements and adaptive financial strategies.
  • Represent the Foundation externally with financial institutions, advisors, legal professionals, and regulatory bodies.
  • Present financial reports at Board and Audit & Risk Committee meetings.
  • Perform additional duties as assigned by the Executive Director.

Qualifications & Experience

  • Education: CPA designation required; MBA or equivalent financial management experience preferred.
  • Experience: Minimum of 3–5 years in financial leadership, ideally within the nonprofit or public sector. Experience working with a board of directors and understanding board governance is a strong asset.
  • Expertise:
    • Financial planning, investment management, budgeting, risk management.
    • Audits, grant management, and regulatory compliance.
    • Revenue optimization and financial sustainability.
  • Leadership: Proven ability to lead teams, foster collaboration, and mentor.
  • Technical Skills:
    • Proficiency in financial software and reporting tools.
    • Strong analytical skills for interpreting complex financial data.
  • Communication & Stakeholder Engagement:
    • Excellent verbal and written communication.
    • Ability to explain financial concepts to non-financial audiences.
    • Political acuity and sound judgment in sensitive financial matters.

Skills & Attributes

  • Strategic Thinker: Able to assess complex financial issues and develop innovative solutions.
  • Growth Mindset: Curious, adaptable, and committed to continuous growth and improvement.
  • Detail-Oriented: Organized with a strong focus on accuracy and compliance.
  • High Integrity: Ethical, discrete, trustworthy and accountable.
  • Adaptable & Proactive: Thrives in a dynamic, evolving organization.
  • Collaborative & Relationship-Oriented: Builds strong partnerships with internal and external stakeholders.
  • Discrete & Trustworthy: Able to handle sensitive information and make sound judgments when confidentiality is required.