Operations and Finance Manager

FULL-TIME JOB VACANCY OPERATIONS AND FINANCE MANAGER Operations Department Toronto, Canada Application Deadline: September 6 th , 2026 The Financial Operations team of Human Rights Watch (HRW) is seeking applicants for the position of Operations & Finance Manager to ensure the smooth, efficient, and compliant running of HRW's Canada office. This is a broad, hands-on role with responsibility for the office's finance function, alongside HR administration, compliance, governance, and office operations, The successful candidate will be comfortable wearing multiple hats in a lean office environment, taking ownership of their work, working independently, and managing competing priorities with strong attention to detail upon stepping into this previously existing role. This full-time position is based in Toronto, Canada and reports to the Senior Canada City Director, Development and Outreach Department, based in Toronto, with functional day to day supervision from the Associate Director of Financial Operations, based in London, United Kingdom. The successful candidate may have the option to work remotely but will be expected to work from the Toronto office at least 3-4 days a week. We aim to be as flexible and supportive as possible in both the recruitment and onboarding of this position. Responsibilities : Finance Act as the local Finance representative and assist with the implementation of Finance policies. Ensure compliance with CRA financial regulations. Manage bank accounts and cash flows for Toronto; Prepare, plan, and monitor the Toronto office budget; Process and record financial transactions, including payroll, pensions, monthly bill payments, expense reimbursements, and disbursements; Run internal and external financial reports and update reports, project schedules, and operating budgets; Plan, prepare, and coordinate with relevant stakeholders the annual external audit process; Work with financial service vendors, such as auditors, accountants, and governmental tax offices; Prepare accounts analysis, soft closures, quarterly closes, and year-end closes; Manage corporate tax duties, including federal and provincial reporting, tax payments, and refunds; Regularly update fixed assets inventory; In coordination with the Development Director and Finance Department, prepare inter-company contracts, transfers, payment schedules, and administrative documentation. Process, track, and file inter-company and project payments; and Produce project financial reports and funds analysis. Legal/Governance Liaise with General Counsel on issues in relation to the Canadian legal, charitable status, registrations, and related requirements; Ensure compliance with local laws, and liaise with general counsel on issues related to corporate and governance laws, labor laws, charity, health and safety laws; Plan, organize, and coordinate Board meetings, prepare and distribute all necessary documents, take minutes, and carry out other administrative duties related to Board coordination; and Ensure all entity information is updated on HRW’s entities database. Human Resources Act as the local HR representative and assist with the implementation of HR policies locally; Respond to staff on general HR queries; Maintain a good understanding and working knowledge of and compliance with local employment laws; Keep up to date with local HR legislations and practices; Assist with the recruitment, on-boarding, and departure of local staff, fellows, consultants, and interns; Administer and process local employee payroll, pensions, health benefits, and insurance; Assist with updating the local Employee handbook with changes in local laws; Liaise with local government offices, insurance and pension providers, and other HR service providers; Research and assist with immigration, visas, and relocation of employees; and Maintain a unified filing system and attendance management database. Facilities Administration Maintain the smooth and effective functioning of the o…