Senior Finance Officer

The National Judicial Institute (NJI) is an independent, bilingual, not‐for‐profit organization, based in Ottawa and Montreal, with a mandate to provide continuing education to members of the judiciary across Canada. An acknowledged world leader in the design and delivery of judicial education, the NJI also shares its expertise in judicial training abroad. In its international work, the NJI seeks to strengthen the rule of law through judicial education and judicial reform.

Since its inception in 1988, the NJI has offered in-person programs and a wide range of digital resources designed to foster judicial excellence. As part of its curriculum, the NJI delivers over 70 in-person judicial education programs each year. The NJI’s digital resources include self-study courses, Electronic Bench Books, podcasts, videos, judge-facing tools, and more. Alone or in partnership with courts and other organizations, the NJI delivers the majority of the education provided to judges in Canada. 

The NJI is seeking to fill a permanent Senior Finance Officer position within the Finance department. This role is based in Ottawa, ON and requires fluency in both official languages.  

JOB SUMMARY

Reporting to the Director, Finance, the Senior Finance Officer provides financial stewardship across the organization by overseeing key accounting functions, maintaining accurate and timely financial information, and supporting effective budgetary control and reporting. This role combines hands-on technical accounting expertise with a strong understanding of internal controls, financial processes, and organizational priorities.

As a senior member of the Finance team, you will support budgeting, forecasting, audit preparation, financial analysis, and day-to-day finance operations while collaborating with internal teams and external partners. You will also help strengthen financial processes and contribute to accurate reporting across both domestic and international activities.

What You Will Do

• Oversee core accounting activities, including general ledger analysis, coding review, reconciliations, and maintenance of financial records in accordance with financial policies and accounting standards.
• Support the Director, Finance, with annual budgeting, audit preparation, ad hoc reporting, and financial analysis that informs organizational decision-making.
• Ensure compliance with key directives by providing guidance, making exception decisions, supporting complex travel needs, delivering monthly reports to leadership, recommending policy improvements, and maintaining accurate audit-ready records.
• Support international finance activities by reviewing project expenses, preparing agreements, reconciling accounts, maintaining records, and contributing to funded project reporting.
• Contribute to process improvements, compliance activities, and special projects that strengthen financial operations across the Institute.

QUALIFICATIONS

Essential

1. Bachelor’s Degree in Finance (or: an equivalent combination of experience, training and education);
2. Minimum of 4 years of experience in accounting and financial reporting;
3. Advanced level of proficiency using Sage 300c (AccPac);
4. Fluent in English and French (R/W/O); and
5. Proficiency with Microsoft 365.

Desirable

1. Proficiency in Project Management Software, such as Asana; and
2. Experience completing financial reporting for GAC-funded projects.

COMPENSATION 

Compensation is to be determined at the time of hiring, based on the successful candidate’s experience and profile, within the salary range: $70,482 – $88,103 annually.

What We Offer  

• A hybrid work environment that combines the flexibility of remote work with the benefits of in person collaboration in a supportive team setting.
• A competitive salary with step increases based on experience. 
• Employer–paid health and dental benefits, starting on your first day with us. 
• A comprehensive time‑off package featuring a competitive vacation allowance, personal days, and an annual holiday closure.
• Organization-wide social events and training opportunities. 
• A meaningful career supporting education for judges on topics that matter to all Canadians.  

We invite interested candidates to submit their application (resume and cover letter) below.

We would appreciate receiving applications before June 16, 2026.

While we appreciate all responses, only candidates under consideration will be contacted. The National Judicial Institute is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment accommodation in accordance with provincial Human Rights and Accessibility legislation. If contacted for an interview or employment testing, please advise Human Resources if you require accommodation.