About BPES
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Black Professionals and Entrepreneurs of Saskatchewan (BPES) is Saskatchewan's leading Black-led, not-for-profit membership organization. Our mission is to create a space that celebrates, recognizes, and motivates Black professionals and entrepreneurs to excel while transforming their communities. Through our Community Hub in Saskatoon, province-wide programming, annual events including Black History Month Saskatchewan, the Black Leadership & Mentorship Program, and a growing membership network, BPES serves as the epicentre of development for Black professionals and entrepreneurs across the province. BPES is entering a significant period of organizational growth. We are expanding our team and operations to support a multi-year, multi-stream community programming initiative, and we are looking for a skilled Finance Manager to help us manage that growth with integrity, discipline, and care.
About The Role
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The Finance Manager is a foundational role in BPES's next chapter. Reporting directly to the Executive Director and working closely with the Board's Governance and Finance Committee, this position is responsible for the financial health, compliance, and accountability of the organization across all programs and operations. This is not a back-office role. The Finance Manager is a key organizational partner — someone who helps leadership make informed decisions, maintains funder confidence, and ensures that every dollar BPES receives is managed with the highest level of stewardship and transparency. The ideal candidate brings nonprofit finance expertise, a working knowledge of contribution agreement reporting, and a genuine commitment to the communities BPES serves.
Key Responsibilities
Financial Management & Controls
- Develop, maintain, and monitor the organization's annual operating budget and project-level budgets
- Implement and oversee internal financial controls to safeguard organizational assets and ensure accuracy of financial records
- Manage accounts payable and receivable, bank reconciliations, and monthly bookkeeping
- Maintain accurate and audit-ready financial records across all revenue streams and cost categories
- Monitor cash flow and prepare regular cash flow forecasts to support operational planning
Reporting & Compliance
- Prepare quarterly and annual financial statements for the Executive Director and Board of Directors
- Lead financial reporting requirements under contribution and grant agreements, ensuring timely and accurate submissions to funders
- Coordinate year-end financial audits and liaise with external auditors
- Ensure compliance with CRA requirements, including T3010 filings and payroll remittances
- Maintain documentation required for procurement processes, including records for contracts over designated thresholds
Budget & Expenditure Oversight
- Track expenditures against approved budget categories and flag variances to the Executive Director
- Review and approve expense claims, invoices, and payment requests in accordance with BPES financial policies
- Support competitive procurement processes by maintaining documentation and ensuring policy compliance
- Manage capital asset tracking, including inventory records for equipment acquired through programs
- Provide budget variance analysis and financial summaries to support Board and management decisions
Governance & Board Support
- Prepare financial reports and supporting materials for the Governance and Finance Committee's quarterly meetings
- Advise the Executive Director and Board on financial risks, sustainability, and compliance matters
- Contribute to the development and review of financial policies and internal controls
- Support the preparation of grant applications and funder budgets as needed
Payroll & HR Administration (Financial Components)
- Process staff and contractor payroll accurately and on schedule
- Maintain records for employee benefits, deductions, and statutory remittances
- Track contract terms and payment schedules for service providers and consultants
Qualifications
Required
- 5+ years of financial management or accounting experience, experience with nonprofit or public sector context
- Solid working knowledge of nonprofit accounting principles and fund accounting
- Experience with contribution agreement or grant-funded financial reporting
- Proficiency with accounting software (QuickBooks, Sage, or equivalent)
- Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to meet reporting deadlines
- Demonstrated ability to communicate financial information clearly to non-financial audiences
- High degree of professional integrity and commitment to financial stewardship
Strongly Preferred
- CPA designation
- Experience working with Black-led, Indigenous, or equity-serving organizations
- Familiarity with CRA nonprofit compliance requirements, including T3010 preparation
- Nonprofit GST Rebate Tracking
- Experience supporting external audits
- Knowledge of government procurement compliance requirements
- Bilingual (English/French) is an asset
Who You Are
- You are meticulous — you catch what others miss and take pride in records that are clean, complete, and audit-ready
- You are trustworthy — you understand that financial integrity is at the heart of organizational credibility, especially for community-serving nonprofits
- You are a communicator — you can translate numbers into plain language and help leadership understand the financial picture clearly
- You are a partner — you work collaboratively with a small, mission-driven team and bring solutions, not just problems
- You are equity-minded — you understand why strong financial management matters especially in organizations that have historically been under-resourced
- You are adaptable — you are comfortable working in a growing organization where some processes are still being built
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive compensation commensurate with experience
- Part-time flexible hours with potential to expand as the organization grows
- Hybrid work arrangement (BPES Community Hub + remote)
- The opportunity to play a foundational role in a high-impact, community-building organization
- Professional development support
How to Apply
BPES strongly encourages applications from individuals who self-identify as Black or as members of other equity-deserving communities. We are committed to building a team that reflects the communities we serve.
Please submit the following to [email protected] with the subject line: Finance Manager Application
- A cover letter describing your relevant experience and your connection to this work (maximum 2 pages)
- A current resume or CV
- Two professional references (references will not be contacted without prior consent)
Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. We thank all applicants for their interest; only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Questions? Contact us at [email protected] or visit bpes.ca to learn more.
Pay: $1,500.00-$3,500.00 per month
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Saskatoon, SK S7K 1S8
