Senior Manager, Grant Finance

Position Overview Salary: CA$107,000.00 – CA$115,000.00 per year (base pay) Employment Type: Permanent, Full time Location: Ottawa, Canada – Hybrid (works 2 days per week in‑office) Deadline: November 20th, 2025 Nutrition International is a global team of over 600 people working across 13 offices in 11 countries with a mission to transform lives through improved nutrition. About You Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field (Master’s preferred). Recognised accounting qualification (CPA, CA, CMA, or equivalent) preferred. Minimum 7 years progressive experience in grant finance, donor reporting, and compliance, including at least 2 years of supervisory experience in an international NGO or donor‑funded environment. Demonstrated experience managing complex multi‑year budgets and financial proposals (CAD 3M+). Familiarity with major institutional donors such as GAC, USAID, FCDO, EU, DFAT, and multilateral organisations. Experience with ERP systems (e.g., NetSuite) and budgeting platforms (e.g., BOARD) preferred. Strong team leadership and people‑management skills, high proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other financial systems, and proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced, matrixed environment. Fluency in English required; French an asset. About the Role In this role you will manage grant finance and compliance functions, lead donor reporting, support programme finance oversight, and build capacity within the organisation. Responsibilities are grouped into four main areas: Grant Financial Management Lead the preparation, review, and consolidation of donor financial proposals, budgets, and forecasts to ensure accuracy, realism, and compliance with donor and NI standards. Oversee the financial management of grants, including budget monitoring, expenditure review, and reporting to donors and internal stakeholders. Ensure timely submission of donor financial reports, budget realignments, forecasts, and close‑out documentation. Support donor audit processes, including preparation of supporting documentation, responding to queries, and ensuring appropriate resolution of findings. Implement and monitor NI’s compliance framework to ensure alignment with donor regulations, internal controls, and eligibility requirements. Project & Portfolio Support Partner with programme managers and regional finance teams to provide financial oversight, identify risks, and recommend corrective actions for variances and compliance issues. Ensure grant budgets are linked to programme workplans, aligned with donor requirements, and updated as needed throughout the project lifecycle. Support the development of financial analysis and tools that improve visibility into project performance, support decision‑making, and promote efficient use of grant funds. Ensure partner agreements reflect donor flow‑down clauses and that sub‑grant financial management and reporting meet NI and donor standards. Financial Systems, Budgeting & Controls Ensure integration, reconciliation, and data integrity of grant financial information across NI’s ERP (NICOR), budgeting, and reporting platforms. Support alignment of donor budgets and forecasts with NI’s operating budgets, ensuring consistency across systems and reports. Develop and maintain standard templates, guidance, and procedures to strengthen consistency and accuracy in budgeting, reporting, and compliance processes. Collaborate with corporate and regional finance teams to support month‑end, year‑end, and audit requirements. Leadership & Capacity Building Supervise, coach, and develop a team of Grant Finance and Compliance Managers, fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and professional growth. Provide mentorship and capacity‑building support to programme and country teams on donor compliance, budgeting, and financial management practices. Occasional international travel may be required, typically not exceeding two weeks per trip. What We Offer A competitive market pay, pension, professional development allowance, health and dental benefits, flexible work hours, and four weeks of vacation (plus public holidays). We offer a collaborative and engaging work environment. Eligibility and Selection Selected candidates must have current legal entitlement to work in Canada (Permanent Residency, Current Work Permit, or Citizenship). Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Equal Opportunity Employment Nutrition International is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to an inclusive, equitable and accessible work environment. Upon request, accommodations due to a disability are available throughout the selection process. Sexual Exploitation, Abuse and Harassment Nutrition International upholds a zero‑tolerance policy on sexual exploitation, abuse and harassment (SEAH). Following the principles of the Inter‑Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme, reference checks will include safeguarding verifications with previous employers. By applying to this position, candidates acknowledge and consent to these reference checks being conducted with previous employers. Conditional Offer Please note that all our offers are conditional, subject to appropriate screening checks and satisfactory reference checks. #J-18808-Ljbffr