Job Posting: Finance Manager

About the role

Sage Haven Society is seeking a skilled, values-driven Finance Manager to provide financial leadership within a trauma-informed, community-based organization supporting women and children surviving intimate partner violence and gender-based violence.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage full-cycle accounting using QuickBooks, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger entries, journal entries, accruals, and reconciliations
• Manage accounts payable and receivable processes, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and appropriate authorisation
• Perform regular bank reconciliations and ensure balance sheet integrity
• Maintain accurate financial records and supporting documentation in accordance with organisational policies and funder requirements
• Prepare and deliver monthly financial reports, meeting month-end close deadlines no later than the 15th of each month
• Produce quarterly and year-end financial statements as required
• Conduct financial analysis and prepare reports to support operational and strategic decision-making
• Aid with budgeting, forecasting, and cash-flow analysis
• Prepare financial reports for funders, contracts, and grants, ensuring compliance with funding agreements and reporting timelines
• Support audit preparation and liaise with external auditors and other financial stakeholders
• Ensure strong internal financial controls and risk-management practices are maintained
• Support financial aspects of human resources, including payroll coordination, benefits administration support, and HR-related financial reporting
• Work collaboratively with leadership on staffing budgets, cost analysis, and funding allocations

Qualifications

• Minimum 2–5+ years of progressive accounting experience, including full-cycle accounting
• Demonstrated experience using QuickBooks for accounting functions (Desktop preferred)
• Experience preparing financial reports for funders or external stakeholders
• Strong knowledge of budgeting, financial controls, and reporting
• Advanced Excel skills, including formulas and financial analysis
• Excellent organisational, analytical, and communication skills
• Strong attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines