Financial and Control Lead

https://www.rocktheriver.ca/

If interested please contact director@rocktheriver.ca

Financial and Controls Lead

Description of Duties

The Financials & Control Lead plays a key role in overseeing the financial planning, tracking, and reporting for the organization or event. This volunteer position ensures that all financial processes are transparent, accurate, and aligned with the nonprofit's mission and regulatory obligations.

The role is ideal for someone with a background in finance, accounting, or bookkeeping who is passionate about community involvement and responsible stewardship.

Key Responsibilities

• Budget Management
• Develop and manage the event-specific budget in collaboration with the planning committee.
• Track and report actual expenses vs. budget, flagging any variances or concerns.
• Provide regular financial updates to the organizing committee.
• Financial Controls and Oversight
• Ensure appropriate financial controls are in place (e.g., dual approvals, expense tracking).
• Monitor incoming and outgoing funds, ensuring accuracy and transparency.
• Implement and maintain clear record-keeping practices for audit-readiness.
• Revenue and Donations
• Assist in managing funds raised through sponsorships, donations, ticket sales, raffles, and other income sources.
• Vendor and Payment Coordination
• Support invoice management and ensure timely payment to vendors or service providers.
• Work with procurement or logistics leads to validate expense claims.
• Year-End Reporting and Handover
• Prepare a final financial report summarizing event income, expenses, and outcomes.
• Provide documentation and guidance for future leads or treasurers.

Skills and Qualifications

• Background in finance, accounting, bookkeeping, or a related field
• Experience with basic budgeting, financial reporting, and cash flow management
• Familiarity with nonprofit financial practices and controls preferred
• Strong attention to detail, integrity, and confidentiality
• Comfortable working with spreadsheets or basic accounting software
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Ability to work collaboratively with a volunteer team

Why Volunteer With Us?

• Make a direct impact in your community by helping raise funds for meaningful causes

Contribute your professional skills in a flexible, volunteer-led environment

• Gain nonprofit financial leadership experience
• Be part of a passionate team bringing people together for a good cause