Financial Controller

Association for New Canadians NL; San Juan de Terranova; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Employer RRSP matching program

Comprehensive health, dental, and vis­

EFAP

Generous vacation and paid leave

Flexible work arrangements

Professional development and training

Job summary

The Association for New Canadians (ANC) in St. John’s, NL seeks a Financial Controller to oversee financial operations, reporting, budgeting, internal controls, and funder compliance.

Reporting to the Senior Director of Finance, HR & IT, the role strengthens financial systems and supports decision-making to ensure ANC delivers programs for newcomers and communities across Newfoundland and Labrador.

Qualifications

• Five years of progressive accounting/finance experience including budgeting and financial reporting.
• Experience with audits and external auditors.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles, internal controls, and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, annual, and program-specific financial reports.
• Monitor budget variances, risks, and provide analyses for decision-making.
• Oversee internal controls and audit processes; support funder reporting.

Skills

Accounting experience

Financial reporting

Audit experience

Excel proficiency

Communication skills

Non-profit sector experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance/Business

CPA/CA or international designation preferred

Tools

Accounting software

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Financial Controller

Location: St. John’s, NL

Position Type: Part time or full time based on skills

Closing Date: Until filled

About the Association for New Canadians

The Association for New Canadians (ANC) is a non-profit, community-based organization dedicated to supporting the settlement and integration of immigrants and refugees in Newfoundland and Labrador.

Reporting to the Senior Director of Finance, HR & IT, the Financial Controller will play a key role in supporting ANC’s financial operations, reporting, budgeting, internal controls, compliance, and funder requirements. This position offers an experienced financial professional the opportunity to contribute to strong financial stewardship, support organizational decision-making, strengthen financial processes and controls, and help ensure ANC continues to effectively deliver programs and services to newcomers and communities across the province.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Management & Reporting

• Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, annual, and program-specific financial reports.
• Monitor financial performance, budget variances, risks, and emerging concerns and provide analysis to support organizational decision-making.
• Review financial processes and internal controls and recommend improvements to strengthen efficiency, accuracy, and accountability.
• Play a key role in ANC's annual financial audit.

Budgeting, Funding & Compliance

• Support the preparation and monitoring of organizational and program budgets, forecasts, and budget amendments.
• Oversee financial claims, reconciliations, forecasts, and reporting required under funding agreements.
• Monitor program expenditures and funding utilization and work with program leadership to address budget pressures, projected surpluses, or deficits.
• Interpret contribution agreements and support compliance with applicable financial requirements and reporting timelines.
• Support financial components of funding proposals, renewals, amendments, and funder audits.

Financial Operations & Organizational Support

• Maintain appropriate financial records, reconciliations, and supporting documentation.
• Support applicable statutory and tax-related financial requirements.
• Work collaboratively with leadership to identify opportunities to strengthen financial systems, processes, reporting, and controls.

Qualifications & Experience

• Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field.
• CPA or CA, or other international designations are preferred.
• Minimum of five years of progressive experience in accounting, auditing, budgeting, financial reporting, or financial management.
• Experience with financial audits and working with external auditors.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles, internal controls, financial reporting, and financial compliance.
• Proficiency with accounting software and Microsoft Excel.
• Strong analytical, organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to communicate financial information effectively to both financial and non-financial stakeholders.
• Experience in a non-profit, government-funded, public accounting, or similar environment is considered an asset.

Professionals seeking to transition from public accounting into a non-profit financial leadership role, as well as experienced finance professionals looking for a part-time opportunity, are encouraged to apply.

What ANC Offers

• Competitive salary
• Employer RRSP matching program
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits
• Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP)
• Generous vacation and paid leave
• Flexible work arrangements where operationally feasible
• Professional development and training opportunities

Conditions of Employment

• Legal authorization to work in Canada.
• Ability to travel as required.
• Valid Class 5 driver's license and ready access to a reliable vehicle.
• Flexibility to work outside standard core hours (Monday to Friday, 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.) when required.
• Satisfactory Certificate of Conduct and Vulnerable Sector Check from the Royal Newfoundland Constabulary.

Association for New Canadians is committed to the advancement of Equity, Diversity and Inclusion. We believe that diversity in our team is a key pillar in the work we do and invite all candidates to discuss their specific skill sets and experience. We will work with qualified applicants to provide reasonable accommodation upon request to facilitate this recruitment process.

Visit us online at: www.ancnl.ca.