Comptroller

GetHired, Inc.; San Juan de Terranova; On-site; CAD 95,000 - 106,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental insurance

35-hour work week

Pension contributions

Health and fitness membership

Professional development

Inclusive environment

Employee Referral Program

Employee Recognition Program

Paid general and annual leave

Job summary

The YMCA of Newfoundland and Labrador is seeking a Comptroller to oversee and lead the organization’s finance function in St. John’s. Reporting to the CFO, you will provide financial leadership and ensure day-to-day accounting operations run smoothly.

Key responsibilities include guiding financial strategy, supporting decision-making, and strengthening financial performance. CPA designation and nonprofit experience are preferred for this role.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or diploma in accounting or equivalent experience focusing on financial oversight.
• 5–7 years of progressive accounting and finance experience.
• Leadership experience with ability to guide a team.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and lead the organization’s finance function.
• Partner with leadership to guide financial strategy and decision-making.
• Support operational decision-making and strengthen financial performance.
• Involved in detailed finance activities including payroll and controls.

Skills

Leadership

Financial oversight

Month-end close

Journal entries

Account reconciliations

Payroll

Team leadership

Non-profit experience

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Diploma in Accounting

CPA designation

Tools

Sage 300

Job description

Comptroller – Full Time – St. John's (Association Services Office)
Wage Range: $95,000-$106,000/yr
Job Competition #: ADMIN-COMPT-FT

Join Our Team

We are seeking a Comptroller to oversee and lead the organization's finance function. Reporting to the CFO, this role provides financial leadership while maintaining accountability for the day-to-day execution of accounting operations. The successful candidate will serve as a trusted partner of leadership, helping guide the financial strategy, support operational decision-making, and strengthen financial performance. This position reports to the Association Services Office in St. John's.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree or Diploma in Accounting, or equivalent experience specializing in financial oversight would be considered
• 5-7 years of progressive accounting and finance experience
• Leadership experience
• CPA designation
• Strong technical accounting capabilities (i.e., month-end accounting procedures, including journal entries and account reconciliations
• Sage 300 experience
• Previous experience in non-profit would be preferred
• Must be comfortable remaining actively involved in the details of the finance function including financial reporting, controls, payroll and team leadership
• Criminal Record Checks are reviewed on an individual basis

Benefits of Working with the YMCA

• Competitive compensation; paid general and annual leave, medical and dental insurance, matched pension contributions
• Maintain a work-life balance with our 35-hour work week
• Enhance your health with a free health, fitness and aquatics membership
• Keep your career dynamic through our professional development programs
• Work in an inclusive environment where caring, honesty, diversity, respect and responsibility are lived values
• Employee Referral Program – Receive monetary incentives for contributing to our hiring practices
• Employee Recognition Program

Key Competencies

• Creates a respectful and inclusive environment
• Takes personal responsibility for following through, responding and resolving issues and complaints
• Demonstrates personal discipline to produce high quality work and meet expectations and goals
• Self-manages behaviours, learns from mistakes, and seeks out feedback and coaching
• Reliable and punctual

The YMCA of Newfoundland and Labrador is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. We are committed to an environment that is barrier-free. If you require accommodation during the hiring process, please inform us in advance to arrange reasonable and appropriate accommodation. We thank all applicants for their interest; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.