Finance Coordinator

Venture 2 Impact Inc.

Start Date: Jan 5, 2027 Reports to: Finance Manager Location: must be based in NS

ABOUT VENTURE 2 IMPACT

Venture 2 Impact, is an organization that exists to help communities around the world break the cycle of poverty.

Our mission is to transform individuals, families, and communities out of poverty into lasting well-being by connecting bright minds to complex challenges plaguing people around the globe.

Since our inception, we have been integrating volunteers into worthy nonprofits and charities around the world. Every year our volunteers travel or work remotely on projects in collaboration with communities in Africa, Latin America, Europe, and Asia.

OUR VALUES

- Human-Centered Design: People are at the heart of what we do and why we do it. Every human counts, every experience is valid, and we listen to the local communities and stakeholders we serve.
- Unwavering Integrity: We exist to serve people experiencing marginalization, prioritizing impact and wellness for historically underrepresented communities in all of our decisions.
- Sustainable Impact: We seek to create long-lasting positive impact, avoiding short-term wins that stand in the way of long-term success and community ownership.
- Agile Innovation: We embrace change as an opportunity to create more impact, continually adapting our approach while staying true to our core mission.

We are looking for a Finance Coordinator to become an important part of our day-to-day financial operations. This is a hands-on role covering bookkeeping, fund accounting, reconciliations, budgeting, reporting, and financial administration.

This is not a traditional bookkeeping role. We operate across multiple technology platforms and funding partners, so we are looking for someone who is comfortable with numbers, technology, systems, and problem-solving.

We take pride in our staff’s growthWe believe that investing in our people means giving them the opportunities, experiences, and tools to build a strong professional toolbox. Our team has opportunities to travel and participate in volunteer and skills-development programs, engage in year-round reflection and growth, access modern micro-learning resources, and continuously learn from a team that is always evolving and reaching new milestones.

The Chance

We are particularly interested in candidates who are tech-savvy, analytical, organized,



and eager to learn.

A traditional accounting degree is not necessarily required. Practical experience, mathematical and analytical skills, co-op experience, familiarity with accounting or financial systems, strong Excel/Google Sheets skills, and the ability to learn quickly are highly valued.

The preferred start date is February 1, 2027.

Key ResponsibilitiesFull-Cycle Bookkeeping & Financial Reporting

- Perform day-to-day bookkeeping using Xero
- Manage and reconcile multiple bank accounts and our corporate credit card platform, Float
- Manage supplier bills and accounts payable, ensuring suppliers are paid accurately and on time
- Reconcile accounts and keep financial records current and accurate
- Prepare and review Balance Sheet and Profit & Loss reports
- Investigate unusual balances and discrepancies to ensure financial reports reflect the true financial position of the organization
- Assist with year-end accounts, payroll, and GST preparation

Fund Accounting & Reconciliations

A key part of the role is reconciling funding and donation activity from multiple partners, including CAF America, CAF Canada, Benevity, Goodstack, and others.

This involves:

- Reconciling partner statements against Xero and internal systems
- Tracking donations and funding across multiple sources
- Investigating discrepancies and unresolved transactions
- Maintaining accurate fund and supporting schedules
- Using Microsoft Excel and Google Sheets to analyze and reconcile financial information

This is one of the more complex areas of the role and requires strong numerical reasoning, attention to detail, and an ability to understand how different systems connect.

Program & Budget Management

Venture 2 Impact typically runs approximately three volunteer programs per year, in addition to smaller projects and staff trips.

Working closely with the Finance Manager and Director, you will:

- Maintain up-to-date program budgets
- Track expenses against approved budgets
- Monitor spending and identify variances




- Flag potential issues early
- Provide financial information to support program and organizational decisions

Systems & Internal Operations

Our financial information flows through several interconnected systems. You will help ensure these systems remain accurate and aligned by:

- Reconciling information between Xero and internal platforms
- Identifying and resolving discrepancies
- Maintaining accurate volunteer, donation, and financial information
- Following up with internal teams when information is missing or inconsistent
- Helping improve and document financial processes

Donation Partner Communication

You will occasionally communicate directly with donation and funding partners to:

- Follow up on donation status
- Resolve missing or delayed transactions
- Investigate complex discrepancies
- Obtain information needed to complete reconciliations

What We're Looking For

We are looking for potential, curiosity, and practical ability, not simply accounting credentials.

You may be a strong fit if you are:

- Comfortable and confident working with numbers
- Must be a recent graduate from a post-secondary institution with an accounting degree
- Highly organized and detail-oriented
- Tech-savvy and quick to learn new systems
- Strong with Excel and/or Google Sheets
- Analytical and naturally curious when something doesn't reconcile
- A clear and professional communicator
- Interested in nonprofit finance, donations, grants, and social impact
- Committed to continuous professional growth

Experience That Is an Asset, however we will provide full training for these

- Xero or other cloud accounting experience or knowledge
- Experience working with financial data or multiple systems
- Experience with payroll or GST

If you enjoy numbers, technology, problem-solving, and learning how things work behind the scenes, this is an opportunity to build a broad and valuable finance skill set while supporting a mission-driven organization.

WHO YOU’LL BE REPORTING TO

Finance Manager

CONTRACT DETAILS

Salary: $45,000-$47,000

Benefits: Full coverage of the V2I health and dental plan after passing probation period: ~$4,500 per year

HOW TO APPLY

Interested candidates must apply to finance with a resume and cover letter.

Pay: $45,000.00-$47,000.00 per year

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Halifax, NS

📌 Finance Coordinator (Halifax Regional Municipality)
🏢 Venture 2 Impact
📍 Halifax Regional Municipality