Finance Manager

Wellspring is seeking an experienced Finance Manager in Canada who will ensure the financial integrity and legal compliance of Wellspring across all of our work. Would you enjoy being part of a dynamic cross-cultural finance and operations team that supports Wellspring’s work in East African schools and communities? Are you a self-starter, a problem-solver, a detail-oriented and dedicated team player? If you are excited by the opportunity to use your knowledge, skills, and experience to support Wellspring’s work and invest in the lives of children and youth in the Great Lakes region, then you may be the right person to join our dynamic, passionate team! The Finance Manager plays a vital role in overseeing the day-to-day finance function of Wellspring, including general accounting, budgeting, reporting, controls, bookkeeping, payroll, and administration, with a drive for improving organizational effectiveness. As a member of Wellspring’s Global Leadership Team, the Finance Manager will also support the Executive Director and Leadership Team with financial planning & analysis, coordinating budget development, analysing performance against plan and managing risk. If you believe you would be the right fit for this role, and you are legally able to work in Canada, please head to https://thewellspringfoundation.org/employment/finance-manager-2026/ to review the full job profile below. Then submit your resumé, cover letter, and statement of faith to [email protected] and [email protected] by July 30, 2026. We value authenticity and we want to get to know you – and so we encourage you to share your own words, rather than those of AI.

The Finance Manager oversees the day-to-day finance function of Wellspring, including general accounting, budgeting, reporting, controls, bookkeeping, payroll, and administration. They also support the Executive Director and Leadership Team with financial planning & analysis, coordinating budget development, and managing risk.

Candidates should be experienced finance professionals who are self-starters, problem-solvers, and detail-oriented team players. They must be legally able to work in Canada and have a passion for supporting Wellspring’s mission.

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• Financial Planning
• Budgeting
• Reporting
• Accounting
• Bookkeeping
• Payroll
• Risk Management
• Team Leadership
• Problem Solving
• Detail Orientation
• Organizational Effectiveness
• Cross-Cultural Communication
• Analysis
• Administration
• Compliance
• Dynamic Teamwork

Minimum experience

5+ years