Full-Time Permanent
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Ottawa, Canada
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Full time
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Based out of Ottawa, Hybrid, 3 days on-site
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Deadline to apply – Friday, April 3, 2026, Noon Ottawa/Canada
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140-160K CAD total compensation The Egmont Group of Financial Intelligence Units (FIUs) is a global network of 182 FIUs that facilitates the exchange of financial intelligence to combat money laundering, terrorist financing, and related crimes.
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The Egmont Group
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Secretariat (EGS), based in Ottawa, Canada, provides strategic, technical, and administrative support to the Egmont Group's governance structures, including the Heads of FIUs, the Egmont Group Leadership, Egmont Committee, Working Groups, and Regional Groups.
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We are seeking a dynamic and experienced professional to join the Secretariat as the Finance and Administrative Manager. This leadership role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the strategic direction and operational effectiveness of the Egmont Group from within its core Secretariat team. The Egmont Group Secretariat is an equal opportunities employer, committed to diversity and non-discrimination.
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Your RoleThe Finance and Administrative Manager plays a pivotal role in ensuring the financial sustainability, administrative integrity, and operational effectiveness of the Egmont Group Secretariat. As a member of the Egmont Group Secretariat's middle management, the jobholder will, under the authority of the Executive Secretary, provide strategic leadership and oversight of the Secretariat's financial and administrative functions, support informed decision-making by Leadership, and ensure compliance with applicable financial, administrative, and regulatory frameworks, while enabling the effective delivery of the Egmont Group's Strategic Plan.
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Finance Managerial Key Responsibilities· Directs and oversees all aspects of Finance and Accounting, including managing a small team of staff accountants.
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· Advises and supports the ES, Chair, and Board members on finance and accounting matters, operational and financial risks, annual audit and budget, forecasts, and liabilities.
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· Provides leadership in the development for the continuous evaluation of short and long-term strategic financial objectives.
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· Manages the processing of bi-weekly payroll, allowances and advances for members of the Secretariat.
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· Manages processes for financial forecasting, budgets, consolidation, and reporting.
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· Provides recommendations to strategically enhance financial performance.
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· Brings financial and contracting acumen to the development and negotiations of funding proposals, business agreements and vendor contracts.
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· Ensures that effective internal controls are in place and ensure compliance with GAAP and applicable federal, provincial, and local regulatory laws and rules for financial and tax reporting.
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· Manages donor funds in accordance with donor agreements to ensure that any disbursements approved by the ES using donor funds are paid in accordance with relevant donor agreements and the EG financial policies and procedures.
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· Researches and prepares position and other papers for consideration of the Egmont Group relating to the financial systems, policies and administrative procedures of the Egmont Group Secretariat.
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· Exercises co-signing authority for expenditures, including service and maintenance contracts
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· Develops and empowers staff using a supportive and team-oriented approach on a consistent basis.
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· Performs any other duties as described in the FAPP's under the chapter dedicated to the responsibilities of the Senior Financial Officer.
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· Performs other duties as assigned by the Executive Secretary.
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Administrative/Operations Managerial Responsibilities· Lead the Working and Regional Groups Team to deliver high-quality outputs aligned with Egmont Group priorities by fostering a culture of excellence, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
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· Set performance goals, monitor progress, and ensure accountability across team functions.
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· Coordinate internal workflows, resource allocation, and reporting to support strategic priorities and operational efficiency.
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· Provide mentorship and professional development opportunities to team members, aligned with evolving AML/CFT standards and organizational needs.
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· Monitor team activities and prepare periodic reports to assess progress against strategic goals, measure productivity, and inform Egmont Group leadership of key developments and outcomes.
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· Ensure alignment of secondment objectives with Egmont Group priorities, facilitate onboarding and integration, monitor performance and development, and foster a collaborative environment that maximizes the secondees' contributions to the Secretariat's mission.
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· Ensure timely communication of developments and decisions from Egmont leadership to the Working
