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YFS is seeking a Business Administrator - apply today!

August 28, 2025

Position: Business Administrator 

Location: Whitehorse, Yukon 

Hours: 30–40 hours per week (flexible schedule) 

Compensation: Competitive salary commensurate with experience 

Reports to: Executive Director 

 

About Us 

The Yukon Film Society (YFS) is a 41 year old dynamic non-profit arts organization dedicated to supporting media art in the Yukon through exhibitions, screenings, education, and artist support. YFS fosters a thriving community for filmmakers, cinephiles, and culture lovers across the North. 

 

Position Summary

The Business Administrator ensures smooth internal operations and provides critical support to the Executive Director and program staff. This role blends financial management, organizational planning, and administrative oversight, keeping YFS running like a well-edited film. 

 

Key Responsibilities

Financial Management

- Administer day-to-day bookkeeping and accounting processes using QuickBooks 

- Support grant and funding applications by preparing budgets and financial documentation 

- Monitor cash flow and create financial reports for board meetings and funders 

- Coordinate payroll, benefits, annual and regular filings

 

Administrative Leadership

- Manage office facilities, scheduling assistance for Executive Director, and internal communications 

- Maintain filing systems (digital and physical), database records, and membership details 

- Assist with preparing board reports and AGM logistics 

- Liaise with vendors, society members, funders, and partner organizations 

 

Organizational Support

- Oversee insurance, regulatory filings, facility leases and compliance documentation in support of Executive Director 

- Support seasonal staff hiring, Board member succession and onboarding 

- Contribute to strategic planning and capacity-building initiatives 

 

Qualifications & Experience 

- Relevant post-secondary education or professional certification in administration, finance, or non-profit management 

- Minimum 2 years of experience in business administration (non-profit experience is an asset) 

- Strong proficiency in QuickBooks, Microsoft Office, and Google Workspace 

- Excellent communication, organizational, and time management skills 

- Familiarity with grant-writing and arts sector funding

 

To Apply

Please send a cover letter and resume to prg@yukonfilmsociety.com

The Yukon Film Society is committed to developing an inclusive work environment and a diversified workforce. In support of this goal YFS will consider the following criteria as non-essential asset qualifications for this position: women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities. You don’t need to be a film buff—just someone who enjoys keeping the reels spinning smoothly behind the scenes.