Finance Officer
(Contract Position)
The Society of Queer Momentum is a national 2SLGBTQIA+ advocacy non-profit organization
mandated to accelerate social and gender justice for 2SLGBTQIA+ people. We are hiring a
Finance Officer who will work with the Momentum team to manage the administrative,
financial, and contractual aspects of our work. In particular, the Finance Officer will lead
financial tracking and reporting of our projects funded by Women and Gender Equality Canada
and other major donors.
Finance Officer details:
1-year contract with possibility of extension
3-month probation period
3 days/week (22.5hrs/week) at $30.00/hr
Reports to Momentum’s Executive Director
Fully remote position
Responsibilities:
Coordinate financial administration, including payment of invoices, tracking of expenses,
processing payroll, and reporting to funders as required
Liaise with Momentum staff and partners to ensure effective financial tracking and
reporting
Ensure compliance with all regulatory reporting and contractual obligations and
requirements
Monitor and support bookkeeping, accounting, and auditing efforts as required
Qualifications:
Demonstrated excellence in financial management and tracking in non-profit
organizations
Experience managing finances for government-funded programs and projects
Training and professional experience in administration and bookkeeping
Demonstrated competence working in diverse environments with a wide range of
stakeholders within a commitment to anti-oppression, social justice, and equity issues
Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Techniques and Procedures (GAAP)
Knowledge of regulatory reporting requirements (e.g. CRA)
As an organization committed to employment equity, we encourage applications from
marginalized and equity-deserving communities, including 2SLGBTQIA+ people, Black,
Indigenous and/or racialized community members, disabled individuals, and others. We
encourage – but do not require – individuals complete our Self-Identification Form.
How to apply
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as
possible but not later than 9AM (Eastern) on May 21st, 2024. Your application should include
your CV, contact details for two professional references, and a cover letter.
Your cover letter should explain:
Why you are interested in the position
How your experience qualifies you for the role
Your preferred start date
Applications and/or questions should be submitted to [email protected] with
“Finance Officer Application” in the subject line of the email. Only short-listed candidates will
be contacted to arrange an interview.