Manager, Finance and Administration

**Position Title**: Manager, Finance and Administration

**Location**: Halifax, NS

**Type**: Full-time

**Reports to**: Executive Director

**Salary**: $73 - 80,000 annually, plus a comprehensive benefits package

**Start date**: As soon as possible

**Working conditions**: ARAISA managers work in a hybrid environment which includes a minimum of 3 days per week in the ARAISA office.

Travel within the Atlantic Region may be occasionally required.

**THE OPPORTUNITY**

The Atlantic Region Association of Immigrant Serving Agencies (ARAISA) is looking for a Finance and Administration Manager to join its growing team. Reporting to the Executive Director, this is a key leadership role with a primary focus on financial operations, complemented by HR and administrative responsibilities. The Manager is responsible for ensuring the financial health of ARAISA by developing and managing financial and budgetary processes for the organization in consultation with the Executive Director. They advise staff on finance-related procedures and execute accounting, payroll, and otherwise relevant tasks to support the organization’s financial operations. The Manager also oversees administrative systems and processes, and ensures the fair and equitable administration of all employment policies, procedures and initiatives.

**ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION**

ARAISA is a non-profit umbrella association which serves as a collective voice and forum for its more than 40 member organizations who are committed to the settlement and integration of immigrants and refugees in the Atlantic Region. ARAISA works to increase the effectiveness of its members through its initiatives to support the sector and its contributions to regional and national forums. ARAISA provides professional development and networking opportunities, facilitates information and resource exchange, hosts sector-specific working groups, convenes meetings with key stakeholders, and represents its members through national bodies, with the goal of having a positive impact on settlement and integration policies and practices.

**WHY ARAISA**
- **Collaborative Culture**: ARAISA is not just an organization; it's a community of passionate individuals committed to transforming lives. Join a collaborative and supportive work environment where your ideas are valued, and teamwork thrives.
- **Inclusive Work Environment**: ARAISA is committed to equity, diversity and inclusion. Your unique background and perspectives are not only welcome but celebrated. Join a workplace that recognizes and values the richness of diverse experiences.
- **Professional Development**: ARAISA believes in nurturing talent. As a team member, you'll have access to professional development opportunities, ensuring your skills stay sharp and you continue to grow in your career.
- **Impactful Initiatives**: ARAISA is at the forefront of initiatives that make a real difference in the immigrant settlement sector. Be part of projects that contribute to positive changes.
- **Comprehensive Benefits**: Enjoy a competitive benefits package and health plan that prioritizes your well-being.
- **Financial Security**: Benefit from employer-matched RRSP contributions (up to 5% of salary) after one year, ensuring a secure financial future.
- **Time for You**: Take advantage of 3 weeks of vacation, plus an additional 16 days of paid holidays/time off annually.
- **Wellness Support**: Experience a flexible and accommodating work environment that promotes wellness and fosters a healthy work-life balance

**MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES**

**Financial Management (70%)**
- Lead the development and allocation of overall organization and program/project budgets and forecasts, in consultation with the Executive Director and Program Managers.
- Prepare, interpret, and present internal monthly statements and reports as a core management tool and monitor expenses against budget lines for all revenue streams, including variance analysis. Work with the leadership team to investigate and resolve anomalies.
- Perform month-end tasks, bank reconciliations, and program-level reporting to support decision-making and funder compliance.
- Analyze all funding contracts/contribution agreements to ensure complete and accurate implementation of the terms of funding, the appropriate tracking of all eligible expenses, and the accurate and timely preparation of external project and financial reports for funders and the Board.
- Develop, implement, review, and update financial policies, systems, and processes to ensure appropriate internal controls and risk management, compliance, and identification of areas for ongoing improvement.
- Manage accounts receivable and accounts payable activities for the organization, including processing invoices and payments, performing reconcilations, and maintaining accurate financial records.
- Manage payroll administration including processing payroll, maintaining employee payroll records, ensuring compliance with federal and pr