Financial Controller — Hybrid, Not-for-Profit Safety

Construction Safety Nova Scotia; Dartmouth; Hybrid; CAD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and benefits

RRSP matching after 3 months

3 weeks’ vacation

Professional development

Wellness allowance

Dog-friendly workplace

Hybrid work arrangements

Job summary

Construction Safety Nova Scotia seeks a Financial Controller to lead day-to-day accounting, payroll, and month-end close while driving budgeting, forecasting, and audit coordination. You’ll implement stronger internal controls and enhance financial systems to support the organization’s safety initiatives in Nova Scotia.

You’ll report to the Director of Finance and IT, oversee system administration, and partner with budget owners to improve financial performance.

Qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, commerce, or a related discipline.
• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience including full-cycle close.
• CPA designation strongly preferred or in CPA program.
• Experience processing payroll and benefits administration.
• Experience with Acumatica or similar ERP and payroll systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day accounting activities including accounts payable and payroll.
• Oversee month-end close, reconciliations, and financial reporting.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and audit coordination.
• Strengthen internal controls and assist with external audits.
• Administer financial systems and contribute to system enhancements.

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Independence

Communication

Leadership

Education

CPA designation

Bachelor's degree in accounting/finance

Tools

Acumatica ERP

Excel

HRIS systems

Payroll software

Job description

Construction Safety Nova Scotia seeks a Financial Controller to lead day-to-day accounting, payroll, and month-end close while driving budgeting, forecasting, and audit coordination. You’ll implement stronger internal controls and enhance financial systems to support the organization’s safety initiatives in Nova Scotia.

You’ll report to the Director of Finance and IT, oversee system administration, and partner with budget owners to improve financial performance.