Financial management, Not-for-profitPosition Title: Project and Budget Manager
Organization: WCS Canada
Location: Hybrid at WCS Canada Head office located at 344 Bloor St W Suite 204, Toronto, ON M5S 3A7
Position Type: Full-time, Term
Level: 7
Salary: $73,400 to $81,650 annually
Term: Early June 2026 to mid-February 2027
Programs: Finance and Operations and Key Biodiversity Areas
Date Written/Revised: 06 May, 2026
Reports To: Gillian Woolmer, Director of Finance and Operations
Supervises (Direct supervision only): None
Position SummaryWCS Canada is seeking a skilled and versatile budget manager to i) support the implementation of Sage Intacct Planning (SIP) as the organizations budgeting platform, ii) develop tools and processes to support effective budget management and iii) provide financial, budget and general program management support to WCS Canada’s Key Biodiversity Areas (KBA) Program, a conservation program of WCS Canada.
This position will provide temporary leave coverage at a pivotal moment in transforming the organizations’ financial systems. WCS Canada is at the tail end of migrating to Sage Intacct as a financial management platform, and in the early stages of implementing Sage Intacct Planning (SIP) as its budget management platform, working with a third-party implementing parter.
The individual in this role is expected to be highly motivated and proactive in identifying issues and developing solutions. They will bring demonstrated experience working with Sage Intacct and Sage Intacct Planning and providing systems support and training with these systems. The position requires sound judgment, tact, and the ability to anticipate challenges and recommend practical, effective solutions.
Position Objectives- Successfully plan, manage, and deliver technology transformation projects that improve organizational systems and processes.
- Identify gaps in existing financial and budgeting systems and provide analytical recommendations for improvements.
- Support smooth implementation of new tools and systems through effective change management, training, and user support.
- Provide financial and budget management for the Key Biodiversity Areas (KBA) Program.
- Serve as the primary point of contact between the KBA program, assigned initiatives and the central management, finance, Advancement, and communications teams within the WCS Canada head office.
Principal ResponsibilitiesTechnology Transformation and Process Improvement- Provide technical and project management support for the implementation of Sage Intacct Planning.
- Coordinate with internal teams and external vendors to ensure that solutions are integrated and effective.
- Serve as a subject matter expert for implemented systems and contribute to the development of organizational best practices.
- Prepare training materials and deliver training sessions for internal end users.
- Lead change management activities that support user adoption and limit operational disruption.
- Monitor post‑implementation outcomes and support ongoing optimization efforts.
Key Biodiversity Areas Program- Manage and maintain the annual operating budget and forecasts to the KBA program.
- Oversee project spending to ensure compliance with grant requirements, including accurate allocation of payroll and program expenses.
- Prepare and submit monthly expense reports with complete and compliant supporting documentation.
- Produce financial reports as required, including analytical insights that support decision-making.
- Track and administer deadlines related to proposals and grant reporting.
- Provide procurement and purchasing support for project activities as needed.
- Assist with the preparation, execution, and renewal of service and consulting contracts.
- Maintain shared program files and data, ensuring proper storage, security.
- Provide support for program logistics, and travel arrangements for meetings, workshops, and even