Controller

Natural Factors; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization that makes a real difference in the lives of Albertans. This role offers the opportunity to lead financial management for a nonprofit, ensuring compliance and accuracy in financial reporting. You will oversee month-end and year-end processes, guide a finance team, and provide insights to senior leadership to support mission-driven decisions. With a strong focus on community impact, this position is perfect for someone passionate about using their financial expertise to drive positive change. If you are dedicated, proactive, and eager to grow, this is the role for you!

Qualifications

• 5+ years in financial management, especially in nonprofits.
• Expertise in fund accounting and financial controls.

Responsibilities

• Ensure accurate financial statements and compliance with regulations.
• Lead budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management.

Skills

Financial Management

Fund Accounting

Grant Compliance

Analytical Skills

Problem Solving

Communication Skills

Attention to Detail

Proactive Work Ethic

Education

CPA Designation

Post-secondary Education in Accounting or Business

Tools

SAGE

Power BI

Tableau

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Great Work. Great People. Great Place. GREAT Purpose.

Are you looking for a career that makes a real difference in the lives of Albertans? Do you want to be part of a growing organization with opportunities for development? Do you want to look forward to coming to work every day? Do you want to work with others to make a difference with dignity and joy?Then Goodwill Industries of Alberta is the place for you!

About Goodwill:

Goodwill is dedicated to providing people with disabilities, and other barriers to employment, the opportunity to find meaningful employment. This is made possible as a direct result of the generosity of Albertans in our community who choose to donate to Goodwill, where these items are resold through our successful retail stores. Our dedicated, ambitious and hard-working team members are the key to our success. Through living our value of We Care and it Shows, we work together as One Amazing Team to Get Better and Better Everyday while we Make a Positive Impact in our community.

What you’ll be doing:

• Ensuring timely and accurate financial statements in accordance with ASPE for NPOs.
• Overseeing month-end and year-end closing, reconciliations, and consolidation of financials.
• Serving as the primary liaison for external auditors and regulatory bodies.
• Ensuring compliance with funding agreements, grant requirements, and CRA regulations.
• Developing, implementing, and maintaining internal controls to safeguard financial assets.
• Leading financial forecasting, budgeting, and cash flow management.
• Providing financial insights to senior leadership, supporting mission-driven decision-making.
• Guiding and mentoring the finance team, ensuring efficiency and professional development.
• Reviewing monthly financial packages (e.g. Detailed Income Statements, Executive Financial Package, etc.) prepared by Intermediate Accountant to ensure the accuracy before final review of the Director of Finance & Controller and draft memos for internal distribution.
• Assisting in the preparation of annual budgets and forecasts and variance analysis.
• Acting as the primary administrator for accounting and reporting systems, including but not limited to Sage, WESA, and Goodwill Exchange.
• Supporting and acting as back-up to the Data Warehouse Architect and having the ability to understand and manage basic Data Warehouse functions.
• Supporting the development of various data & analytics products for the Executive and Board level as required.
• Other duties as assigned.

What you bring to the table:

• CPA designation (CA, CMA, CGA), or equivalent.
• 5+ years of progressive experience in financial management, preferably in nonprofits.
• Expertise in fund accounting, grant compliance, and financial controls.
• Related post-secondary education in accounting or business, or equivalent work experience.
• Advanced skills in the use of Microsoft Office software such as Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc. as well as previous experience using SAGE or similar accounting software
• Proficiency in using data mining and visualization tools such as Power BI, Tableau, etc.
• Ability to plan and organize work with multiple demands and deadlines.
• Strong attention to details, problem solving and analytical skills.
• Solid knowledge of accounting principles, practices and applications for non-profit entities
• Strong knowledge of effective and efficient internal controls.
• Ability to work independently as well as in a team.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Proven ability to handle confidential matters and ensure confidentiality of information and records.
• Proactive and dedicated work ethic, with the desire to continuously learn and improve.
• Demonstrate sound judgment, and decision-making abilities as well as proactive problem resolution skills.

Please note that the selected candidate will be required to complete a Criminal Record Check

We thank all applicants for their interest in being a part of our GREAT purpose!

Goodwill Industries of Alberta is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination of any kind.

If there are any questions or yourequire accommodations, please [e-mail].