Controller

Jobtailor; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 95,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor is seeking a Senior Financial Controller to lead day-to-day financial operations for a nonprofit organization in Vancouver. You will oversee general ledger work, payroll, and financial controls while guiding budgeting and reporting to the Board.

The role requires CPA designation, 6+ years of accounting experience (fund accounting preferred), and strong leadership. This is a full-time, on-site position in Metro Vancouver with a focus on compliance and financial integrity.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree.
• CPA designation is required.
• 6+ years progressive accounting experience; nonprofit/fund accounting preferred.
• 3+ years as financial controller with supervisory experience.
• GAAP knowledge and nonprofit accounting standards essential.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day financial operations and provide senior-level financial and budget planning support.
• Maintain the Association’s system of accounts and ensure accurate, timely financial data.
• Perform general ledger reconciliations and analysis.
• Oversee financial software administration for full-cycle accounting and payroll.
• Develop and implement financial policies, standards, procedures, and internal controls.

Skills

Leadership Skills

Analytical Thinking

Decision-Making Ability

Communication Skills

Employee Training and Supervision

Financial Analysis

Education

Undergraduate degree

CPA Certification

Tools

Blackbaud Financial Edge NXT

Martus

Float

Payworks

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Office

Job description

• Oversee day-to-day financial operations and provide senior-level financial and budget planning support
• Maintain the Association’s system of accounts and ensure accurate, timely financial data
• Perform general ledger reconciliations and analysis
• Oversee financial software administration for full-cycle accounting and payroll
• Develop and implement financial policies, standards, procedures, and internal controls
• Oversee Association banking functions
• Monitor regulatory changes and reporting requirements
• Provide financial advice, reporting, education, guides, and training materials to staff
• Develop reporting tools and information delivery processes
• Support forecasting and annual budget planning, including projections, fund structures, costing models, and risk analysis
• Manage month-end and financial review processes
• Prepare monthly financial statements and reports for the Board’s Finance and Audit Committee
• Coordinate annual audited financial statements and external financial audits
• Prepare external financial reports for funders and other organizations
• Supervise Finance and Payroll staff, including orientation, evaluation, development, scheduling, and employment-related procedures
• Participate in researching and implementing financial information systems

Requirements

• Undergraduate degree
• Professional designation in accounting from a recognized educational institution (CPA)
• Minimum 6+ years’ progressive experience in a professional accounting position, preferably with fund accounting
• Minimum 3+ years’ experience as a financial controller with supervisory experience
• Equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered
• Comprehensive knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles, deferral method of accounting restricted revenue, registered charity accounting standards, and regulations governing non-profit organizations
• Thorough understanding of complex budgets and financial statements
• Thorough knowledge of accounting, payroll, and office procedures
• Considerable knowledge of Microsoft Office tools, notably Excel
• Experience with accounting systems such as Blackbaud Financial Edge NXT, Martus, Float, and Payworks
• Ability to supervise and train employees and assign work in a busy environment
• Ability to develop and prepare consolidated budgets and financial statements
• Strong analytical and conceptual thinking skills
• Demonstrated decision-making ability and leadership skills
• Ability to interpret and enforce applicable financial policies with tact and diplomacy
• Strong office administration skills
• Demonstrated written and verbal communication skills
• Successful completion of background screening, including a provincial criminal record check with vulnerable sector screening, and education verification

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in financial operations, budget planning, and accounting principles, with a strong focus on compliance and regulatory standards. Proven ability to lead and develop finance teams while implementing effective financial policies and reporting tools.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• CPA Certification
• Financial Controller Experience
• Fund Accounting Knowledge
• Microsoft Excel Proficiency
• Blackbaud Financial Edge NXT Experience

ATS Optimization Keywords

Hard Skills

• Financial Operations Management
• General Ledger Reconciliation
• Budget Planning and Forecasting
• Financial Statement Preparation
• Internal Controls Development
• Regulatory Compliance Knowledge
• Financial Analysis
• Payroll Administration
• Accounting Procedures
• Risk Analysis

Soft Skills

• Leadership Skills
• Analytical Thinking
• Decision-Making Ability
• Communication Skills
• Employee Training and Supervision

Certifications & Qualifications

• CPA Certification

Industry Keywords

• Non-Profit Accounting Standards
• Fund Structures
• Restricted Revenue Accounting
• Charity Accounting Regulations
• Financial Reporting Requirements

Tools & Technologies

• Blackbaud Financial Edge NXT
• Martus
• Float
• Payworks
• Microsoft Office