Financial Controller

Accounting Advantage; Golden Horseshoe; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Controller to lead financial operations for a nonprofit agency. This pivotal role involves overseeing budgeting, financial reporting, payroll, and compliance, while collaborating with leadership to enhance internal financial systems. The ideal candidate will have a CPA designation, strong knowledge of GAAP, and a commitment to mission-driven work. Join this dynamic team to make a meaningful impact in the community and contribute to the organization's long-term sustainability.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of accounting experience, ideally in non-profit.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial compliance.

Responsibilities

• Lead budgeting, reporting, and financial planning.
• Ensure compliance with funders and regulatory bodies.

Skills

Accounting

Financial Reporting

Budgeting

Compliance

Leadership

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Education

CPA designation

Tools

Sage ERP 300

Inclusion Payroll

Job description

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Base pay range

$90,000.00/yr - $100,000.00/yr

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North York

$90–100K

We’re looking for a skilled Controller to lead the financial operations for our client a nonprofit agency. Reporting to the Executive Director, this role oversees budgeting, financial reporting, audits, payroll, and compliance with MCCSS and other funders. You’ll play a key role in strategic planning, policy development, and internal controls to support our mission and long-term sustainability.

What You’ll Do:

• Lead budgeting, reporting, and financial planning
• Oversee day-to-day accounting, payroll, and audit processes
• Ensure compliance with funders and regulatory bodies (MCCSS, CRA, etc.)
• Collaborate with leadership to strengthen internal financial systems
• Maintain high standards of confidentiality and accountability

What You’ll Bring:

• CPA designation with 3+ years of accounting ideally coming from non profit
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, budgeting, payroll, and financial compliance
• Experience with Sage ERP 300 and Inclusion Payroll (an asset)
• Excellent communication, analytical, and organizational skills
• Leadership ability and commitment to mission-driven work

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Accounting/Auditing

• Industries

  Non-profit Organizations

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