Controller

6 months ago

Vancouver, Canada Science World Full time

**Full Time**

**Position: Controller**

**Reports to: Director, Finance**

Science World is a BC-based charitable organization that engages the people of British Columbia in STEAM literacy. Our mission is to ignite wonder and empower dreams through science and nature.

Our people are our greatest asset. As part of our team, you will become part of a diverse community that acknowledges everyone’s unique talents and empowers people to do what is right for our visitors and each other. You will work in an environment where we believe in developing our employees and growing their strengths, while focusing on our values: Curious, Playful, Inclusive, Relevant and Collaborative.

**Position Description**:
Reporting to the Director, Finance the Controller plans, directs and coordinates all operational functions of the Finance department, including internal and external financial reporting, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll and cash management. The Controller oversees the maintenance of internal controls and ensures that monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements are prepared in accordance with Accounting Standards for Not-For-Profit Organizations (ASNPO). The Controller is also focused on the development of Finance staff by managing performance, setting goals, coaching, and upholding a high standard in all aspects of the department performance is an important part of this position.

**Responsibilities**:

- Manage the monthly, quarterly and year-end financial and management reporting in a timely fashion
- Assist in the preparation and development of the annual budget in collaboration with other departments
- Monitor and review monthly reconciliations of key account balances
- Oversee filing of annual charity information return and other tax compliance
- Ensure all applicable statutory and regulatory requirements are met, including tax compliance
- Liaise with external auditors to ensure the audit is handled efficiently and effectively
- Perform ad hoc financial analysis and reports as required
- Monitor and recommend improvements to the financial reporting process and internal controls
- Assist in the development of accounting policies, procedures, and guidelines
- Provide staff supervision, training and cross training among team members
- Motivate, develop and manage the Finance team by setting goals, monitoring progress and performance, and providing feedback and support
- Cross trained to act as support for other areas in Finance to cover for vacation or unplanned absences, including payroll
- Perform other related duties as required to fulfill the evolving business needs of this role

**Qualifications**:

- Bachelor’s degree and CPA designation
- Strong knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles, ASNPO (preferred)
- A minimum of 7 years’ full cycle accounting experience, including reporting financial to management and external stakeholders
- Experience coordinating audit activities, managing reporting, budget development and analysis
- Experience working in a not-for-profit environment (preferred)
- Able to identify improvement opportunities and implement solutions
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Software
- Knowledge of UKG (Payroll), Beanworks (Account Payable Software) and SAGE 300 (or other similar industry-standard accounting and payroll software) desirable
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Excellent written and oral communication skills, including presentation skills
- Confident and tactful. Able to collaborate with all areas and levels of the organization
- Demonstrates flexibility, initiative and resourcefulness
- Excellent organizational skills with proven ability to prioritize workload and meet tight deadlines

Science World offers a substantial benefits package including: Extended Health, Dental, Voluntary RRSP/TFSA Plan, generous paid time off (vacation, sick, wellness days), Personal Enrichment day, Science World membership, RRSP matching, Hybrid Work environment and Professional Development.

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