Financial Controller

At Hollyburn Family Services, we are dedicated to making a positive impact in the lives of individuals and families. As a leader in delivering high-quality community-based services, we are committed to supporting vulnerable populations and fostering inclusive communities. Our team is driven by compassion, integrity, and the belief that everyone deserves access to the resources they need to thrive. Join us in creating meaningful change through innovative and collaborative approaches.

The Financial Controller, reporting to the Director of Business Operations, oversees the full-cycle accounting management including reporting, process and procedure implementation and supports the company to remain in full compliance with all regulatory and audit requirements. The role will include financial administration, payroll, budgeting, forecasting, financial statement preparation and working with external auditors. The Controller will manage and develop the accounting team by providing energetic leadership, expert technical knowledge, and thoughtful strategic planning while navigating a busy and fast-paced environment. The position will have strong interpersonal skills and value personal and professional growth.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee daily workflow of the Accounting department
• Oversee a team of 7 direct/indirect reports
• Responsible for the entire monthly accounting cycle, including: Review of accounts payable, accounts receivable and bank reconciliations; reporting and GST filings; review of monthly general ledger and journal entries; and preparation of monthly financial statements.
• Oversee Payroll Administration in coordination with Human Resources
• Maintain year-end working papers, spreadsheets, and assisting with audit preparation
• Regular monitoring of inputs and outputs affecting both cash inflow and outflows
• Monitor daily bank balances for deposits and payments, preparing cash forecasts that consider operating, financing and investing impacts on cash
• Work closely with external auditors to ensure that year-end financial reviews are completed in an effective and efficient manner as required by the regulatory bodies. This includes preparation of year end working papers, general tax knowledge, and reporting and coordination of final financial statements and information
• Ensure that appropriate internal controls are in place to minimize risk exposure to the company, review internal controls on a regular basis and ensure that internal controls are in effect and implemented at all levels within the company. Work with senior leadership to develop and monitor additional internal control systems, as required
• Review of existing business processes and identify opportunities for improvements that promote effective and efficient work flows
• Liaise with internal and external stakeholders
• Develop goals, objectives, policies and operating procedures
• Assist with real estate acquisitions
• Account for and capitalize capital expenditures
• Oversee preparation of program operations financial reports as required
• Oversee preparation of quarterly consolidated financial reports for the bank
• Organize and reconcile inter-company transactions
• Other related duties as required

Skills:

• Excellent supervisory and leadership skills, including the ability to lead, mentor and develop staff
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Clear and effective verbal and written communication skills
• Detail-oriented, proactive, self-starter with strong organizational and analytical skills;
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines
• Ability to adapt to the needs of the organization and employees
• Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate when appropriate.
• Ability to create and analyze complex Microsoft Excel spreadsheets
• Ability to create and analyze Quickbooks Desktop reports
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, including Teams
• High degree of business ethics and accountability
• Discretion in handling confidential matters 

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business Administration, or related field required.
• CPA designation mandatory
• Minimum 7 years hands on accounting experience
• At least 3 years in a direct supervisory role
• Minimum 2 years hands-on and/or supervisory experience using Quickbooks and ADP
• Comprehensive understanding of accounting standards,
• Excellent communication skills and the desire to continuous quality improvement
• Must be able to pass a Criminal Record Check

The Financial Controller will work a 40-hour workweek from Monday to Friday, salary range is CAD $90,000-120,000. The position is a hybrid role including working days at Head Office in North Vancouver, BC and remote work. Candidates must be located in the Lower Mainland area. All applicants must apply on our website to be considered.