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Position Title:            Finance Assistant
Reports To:               Manager, Finance & Administration
Term:                          Contract Position: May 4, 2026 – August 28, 2026 (17 weeks – 35 hours/week)

With one of North America’s premier outdoor music festivals as its signature event, the Winnipeg Folk Festival is a year-round, not-for-profit arts organization that presents live music, arts events, and education and outreach programs. The 51^st summer festival will be held July 9-12, 2026.

The Winnipeg Folk Festival is seeking a passionate and motivated team player to help with day-to-day accounting duties and provide administrative and logistical support. The selected candidate will gain experience working at Winnipeg Folk Festival’s vibrant office in the historic Exchange District of Winnipeg and join an organization that is committed to the community.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Processing a high volume of accounts payable
• Assisting with monthly bank reconciliations and preparation of monthly financial reports
• Fulfilling artist merch settlements for artists performing at the festival
• Organizing and managing inventory for the festival Merch Store; ensuring accurate inventory quantities and updating point-of-sale system
• Supervising the Merch Store during the annual summer festival, including oversight of volunteers and management of merchandise
• Coordinating and maintaining an inventory of finance supplies
• Providing support and customer service to guests and volunteers leading up to and during the festival
• Creating and implementing improvements to finance processes
• Problem-solving as required

QUALIFICATIONS

• Enrolled in a post-secondary program: Business, Commerce, Accounting or equivalent
• Organized, detail-oriented, with demonstrated attention to accuracy
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office including Outlook and Excel is required
• Demonstrated project management with ability to prioritize tasks, deadlines and changing priorities
• Ability to work independently and consistently meet deadlines
• Mature, with sound judgement and a positive attitude
• Excellent communication and customer service experience
• Ability to work calmly and efficiently under pressure and with a wide variety of colleagues, customers, suppliers, vendors, and volunteers
• Familiarity with QuickBooks or another accounting software an asset
• Knowledge of the Winnipeg Folk Festival an asset

WORK SCHEDULE

During the weeks leading up to the Festival (May-July), longer hours, including some evenings and weekends, may be required. During Festival Week (6-13 July), the selected candidate will be required to work longer hours in an outdoor environment.

COMPENSATION

$20 per hour plus 4% vacation pay

APPLICATION PROCESS

The Winnipeg Folk Festival values the diversity of the community it serves and those who consider working with us. We welcome applications from those interested in working in an inclusive environment and will work with any candidates who require accommodation during this confidential process.

To apply, please send your resume and cover letter with “Finance Assistant” in the email subject line to finance@winnipegfolkfestival.ca by March 15, 2026.