Controller

Elby Professional Recruitment; Hamilton; On-site; CAD 95,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in the not-for-profit sector is seeking an experienced Controller to lead financial operations and reporting. This role offers the chance to manage key financial functions while collaborating with various departments to enhance business practices. With a focus on long-term growth, the selected candidate will have a clear path to advance to the Director of Finance role. This is a unique opportunity to join a stable organization that has been serving the local community for over a century, providing excellent compensation and a supportive work environment. If you're passionate about making a difference, this role is for you.

Benefits

Excellent compensation

A plus benefits package

Opportunity for growth

Great work/life balance

Qualifications

• 2+ years as a Controller with a desire for long-term growth.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead financial operations to meet strategic and accounting objectives.
• Prepare financial statements and assist with budget preparation.
• Manage year-end audit process and liaise with external auditors.

Skills

Communication Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Financial Reporting

Budgeting

Internal Controls

Education

CPA Designation

Job description

Elby Professional Recruitment Inc

Controller

Hamilton , ON CA

Posted: 03/25/2025

Employment Type: Direct Hire

Job Category: Accounting

Job Number: 6455A

Pay Rate: 95K - 135K

Job Description

Our client in the Not-for-profit sector is seeking an experienced Controller to oversee the day-to-day operations, reporting to the Director of Finance. This role will manage key financial functions, including budgeting, financial reporting, and internal controls, while supporting financial objectives and enhancing business practices. The Controller will also provide leadership to the finance team and collaborate with various departments to ensure effective financial strategy and decision-making. This is an exciting opportunity with long-term growth plans to become the Director of Finance (Head of Finance). Our client has been servicing the local community for 100+ years; they are a stable and growing organization and looking for a positive member to add to their team.

Please note: this position requires you to be in Ontario and in the local area, as this is an on-site position.

What our client has to offer:

• Excellent compensation
• A plus benefits package
• Opportunity for growth with a pre-determined path
• Great work/life balance

If this exciting opportunity to join a great local NPO is of interest to you, please contact Adam Walsh and quote job #6455A.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the financial operations to meet its strategic, financial, and accounting objectives.
• Oversee billing, collections, accounts payable, general ledger maintenance, bank reconciliations, and procurement.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, providing variance analysis to support reporting.
• Assist with budget preparation and develop working papers for financial planning.
• Support payroll operations and collaborate with the Payroll Manager.
• Recommend and implement internal controls and financial policies to safeguard assets and support risk management functions.
• Manage the year-end audit process and act as a liaison with external auditors.
• Oversee tax-related programs, including charity programs, GST/HST filings, and regulatory compliance with federal and provincial legislation.

Qualifications:

• CPA Designation
• 2+ years as a Controller and looking for a long-term opportunity with growth to Head of Finance in 5-7 years.
• Above average communication and interpersonal skills.
• Not-for-profit experience an asset.

Interested and qualified candidates please apply today. We would like to thank all applicants; however, only those under consideration will be contacted.

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Adam Walsh
Managing Director

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