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Job Description

Title: Finance Director
Reports To: Executive Director (ED)
The Finance Director is a key member of WCT's senior leadership team, responsible for the overall management of financial and accounting operations, budgeting, banking, investments, and risk management strategies. This role includes oversight of the Kamloops Live! Box Office and Venue Services for the Sagebrush and Pavilion Theatres. The Director of Finance works closely with the Finance Committee, the Treasurer, and staff within the Finance Department, leading one staff member (Accounting Officer) and managing third-party contractors including commercial banking, investment managers, and an audit firm.
This is a hands-on position requiring a self-motivated, detail-oriented professional with strong organizational skills. The successful candidate will excel in problem-solving, conflict resolution, and communication, working effectively within a small, dynamic office environment.

Key Responsibilities
Planning
• Coordinate the annual budgeting process and collaborate with the ED, Artistic Director (AD), Board, and leadership team to align budgets with the strategic plan.
• Manage long-term financial needs and collaborate with external agencies to secure financing and alternative funding.
• Prepare multi-year financial forecasts and develop goals and policies for organizational growth and prosperity.
Department Management
• Develop and lead the financial team, mentoring staff and conducting annual performance reviews.
• Ensure practices align with broader organizational priorities.
• Foster positive workplace culture by encouraging participation in company-wide events and initiatives.
Financial Systems & Controls
• Develop and implement financial systems, processes, and internal controls to ensure compliance with best practices and accounting standards.
• Manage the internal review function and ensure effective follow-up on financial issues.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate financial risks while reviewing and monitoring economic models.
Financial Management & Reporting
• Oversee cash flow and budget performance, preparing regular reports for the leadership team, Finance Committee, Board, and other departments.
• Lead the annual audit process, ensuring accurate financial statements and reports.
• Manage external financial reports to government and agencies and ensure compliance with payroll, tax, and CRA charitable reporting.
Banking & Investment Management
• Oversee banking relationships and manage investment accounts, ensuring maximum efficiency.
• Maintain and report on the organization’s investments, including Payment Card contracts and adherence to vendor policies.

Insurance & Risk Management
• Collaborate with the leadership team to develop risk management policies, maintain insurance coverage, and oversee the annual insurance renewal process.
• Manage contracts and review financial terms with vendors and contractors.
Accounts Payable & Accounts Receivable
· Process government and union remittances
· Complete accounts payable coding, entries, balancing, and cheque runs
· Complete accounts receivable invoicing, balancing, cash receipts, and remittances including monitoring of outstanding accounts
Payroll
• Process weekly payroll including: all union dues, benefits, and RRSP deductions, all input, balancing, and maintenance
• Manage employee insurance and benefits plans and benefits records
• Other payroll related activities including ROE, filings, T4, T4A, etc.
Other Financial Responsibilities
· Complete petty cash and credit card processing and entry
· Complete daily box office sales transactions & general ledger entries
· Periodically reconcile donations and ticket revenues between GL and CRM
· Calculate royalty payments
· Ensure POS transactions are properly recorded in the GL and reconciled (GL to POS)
· Provide strong, collaborative internal customer service

Qualifications / Required Skills

Qualifications

• Post-Secondary Education: Commerce, Accounting, or equivalent.
• Canadian CPA Designation: Accredited or in progress.
• Experience: 5+ years of senior management experience in financial operations, preferably in a non-profit organization.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in accounting software (Adagio), payroll systems (Dayforce, Ceridian), CRM software (Spektrix), and Microsoft Office Suite. Knowledge of Canadian Actor’s Equity Association/Professional Association of Canadian Theatre’s agreements is an asset.
• Skills & Competencies: Strong financial management principles, excellent communication, organizational skills, multi-tasking abilities, and adaptability to change.

Additional Information

Equity, Diversity & Inclusion Statement
Western Canada Theatre is committed to diversity in the workplace. We encourage all qualified candidates to apply and self-identify if they choose. We hope to receive applications from candidates with diverse backgrounds, including race, ethnicity, indigeneity, gender, gender identification, sexual orientation, class, and physical ability (note: our office is on the second floor and is not wheelchair accessible). We are a parent-friendly workplace with staff who are parents and invite candidates with access needs or requiring accommodation to mention this in their application.

Safe & Respectful Workplace Statement
Western Canada Theatre is committed to creating a respectful work environment. We stand against toxic behaviours and encourage staff and artists to speak up against harassment, supporting a culture of openness and respect.

About Kamloops
Kamloops is a vibrant city in BC’s Southern Interior, known for its reasonable cost of living, stunning terrain, active lifestyle, and sunny weather. It’s a great place to live, work, and thrive. For more information, visit www.Kamloops.ca.

Salary: $65,000-$75,000

Contact Information

Submit Cover Letter and CV to careers@wctlive.ca.

Employer Profile

Western Canada Theatre tells our stories on the traditional & unceded territory of Tk’emlúps te Secwépemc, whose people are the traditional stewards of this land.

Since 1975, Western Canada Theatre has been producing innovative, entertaining, and educational theatre for audiences in Kamloops, throughout BC’s Southern Interior, and across Canada. We have grown into one of the largest producing theatres in BC and have had a remarkable impact on the national theatre landscape: producing premieres of important new Canadian and Indigenous work, training some of Canada’s finest theatre professionals, and showcasing our work and our artists across the country through touring and co-productions. We manage & operate the 700-seat Sagebrush Theatre, the 150-seat flexible configuration Pavilion Theatre, & Kelson Hall Centre for Arts & Education. For more information, please visit us at www.wctlive.ca.