Heritage Co-op is hiring a Finance Manager . With a strong and growing presence across southwestern Manitoba , we’re excited to offer this opportunity based out of our Administration Office in Minnedosa, MB .

What you’ll do:

Reporting to the Vice President – Finance & Risk, the Finance Manager provides leadership and oversight to the Accounting Department. The Manager plays a key role within the organization, driving cross‑functional collaboration, operational excellence, and continuous improvement within the finance function. This role leads and develops a team of accounting professionals, fostering a high‑performance culture grounded in accountability, integrity, excellence, and teamwork.

Key Job Responsibilities Include:

• Oversee general ledger activities, accounts payable, and accounts receivable processes.
• Ensure all balance sheet accounts are properly supported with schedules and reconciled.
• Manage timely and accurate period-end closings.
• Lead continuous process improvement initiatives to streamline workflows.
• Prepare and review the financial reports to ensure the completeness, accuracy, timeliness and compliance with the accounting reporting standards.
• Lead and mentor the accounting team by setting clear performance goals, conducting regular performance reviews, and supporting professional development and growth.
• Ensure adherence to internal policies, tax regulations, and financial reporting standards. Maintain a strong control environment to mitigate risk.
• Partner with Finance Division leaders and cross-functional teams to support organizational initiatives and drive financial alignment.
• Coordinate with internal and external auditors, respond to accounting-related inquiries, and implement audit recommendations as appropriate.
• Manage all tax filings and ensure full compliance with relevant regulatory requirements.

Who you are:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field (a combination of relevant education and experience may be considered).
• 8+ years of experience in senior-level accounting position overseeing financial reporting, internal controls, audit readiness and managing the accounting team.
• CPA designation is considered an asset.
• Strong technical accounting and reporting skills. Strong ability to interpret financial data to support strategic decision-making.
• Ability to identify issues and to recommend options in certain scenarios.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for cross functional collaboration.
• Ability to identify internal control weakness and improve control frameworks.
• Ability to lead, mentor and develop accounting staff in alignment with the organization’s goal.
• Solid understanding of IFRS and ASPE, with the ability to apply standards in financial reporting and analysis.
• Highly proficient in Microsoft Excel, Planful, JDE and other equivalent ERP systems.

Who we are:

Co-op is a different kind of business. As a co-operative, we believe in working together to serve Western Canadians, delivering profits back to our communities and investing in sustainable growth. With over 500 Team Members, Heritage Co-op serves communities of Brandon, Minnedosa, Wawanesa, Erickson, Rivers, Sandy Lake and Strathclair. Our locations include Gas Bars, Food Stores, Home Centres, Bulk Petroleum and Agro sites. To learn more about who we are and how you can help bring our brand to life, visit us at www.heritageco-op.crs.

What we offer:

• Competitive salaries, a comprehensive benefits package (which includes Group Life Insurance, Short- & Long-Term Disability, Extended Health and Dental), and an employer-contributed pension plan (matched at 6% of salary).
• A Purchase Rebate Program, Volunteer Incentive Program, Home Centre Preferred Pricing, EFAP (Employee and Family Assistance Program), and a Fitness Rebate of up to $100 per year towards health/fitness purchases.
• We encourage our team members to take advantage of learning opportunities, to grow and develop and to foster a culture of teamwork and innovation.
• An inclusive work environment. At Co-op, we embrace diversity and inclusion, and we’re working to create a workplace that is as diverse as the communities we serve. We support and provide an environment that allows all to bring their whole selves to work.
• At Heritage Co-op, we strive to be an employer of choice by creating a culture our Team Members want to be a part of and supporting a healthy work-life balance.

If you are interested in this position, please apply online. If you are team member, please speak to your Team Leader before applying.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we are committed to providing reasonable accommodation throughout the recruitment process to ensure an enjoyable candidate experience. Please reach out to the Human Resources team to discuss your needs if you require accommodation.