We are looking for an Assistant Finance Manager to join a social care and services organization in Winnipeg, Manitoba on a Long-term Contract basis. This 14-month opportunity is well suited to a detail-oriented finance specialist who can strengthen accounting operations, support accurate reporting, and contribute practical insights to day-to-day financial management. The role offers the chance to work closely with internal teams while helping maintain strong financial controls, compliance, and reporting standards.

Responsibilities:

• Produce monthly financial reports, record journal entries, complete account reconciliations, and investigate budget-to-actual variances.

• Oversee the accuracy of the general ledger and related subledgers while monitoring inventory records and short-term cash flow forecasts.

• Contribute to annual planning cycles by assisting with budget development, year-end files, audit support, and ongoing financial analysis.

• Prepare financial submissions for government bodies, process grant-related claims, and help ensure remittances and reporting obligations are completed on time.

• Examine accounts payable and accounts receivable activities, verify approvals, and review payment runs for completeness and accuracy.

• Provide day-to-day guidance to finance team members through training, workflow coordination, and performance support.

• Partner with leaders across departments to deliver financial information that supports operational decision-making and program needs.

• Help maintain effective accounting procedures, internal controls, and compliance practices across finance operations.

• Minimum of 3 years of progressive accounting experience in a finance or accounting environment.
• Degree in Commerce or Accounting, or current enrollment in a recognized accounting designation program.
• Strong working knowledge of accounting systems and advanced Excel skills for reporting, analysis, and reconciliations.
• Experience supporting core accounting functions such as accounts payable, budgeting, payroll, and financial review activities.
• Ability to prepare accurate financial statements, reconciliations, and supporting documentation within tight deadlines.
• Familiarity with tools or platforms such as ADP, Concur, Crystal Reports, or similar financial systems is an asset.
• Bilingual communication skills in English and French would be considered an asset.

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