Financial Controller
Competitive compensation package, robust benefits, flexible work arrangements
Science North is a global leader in our unique approach to award-winning and robust visitor experiences. Operating two full science centres, two satellite offices, expansive Outreach programming, a thriving international sales and touring business, and numerous retail and food venues keeps our finance team on its toes. Do you thrive in a busy environment and are energized by facing new challenges and changes? Do you enjoy working collaboratively with peers and exchanging ideas? Are you passionate about being able to effect real change in a company’s financial environment while also ensuring things run like a well-oiled machine? If any of this resonates with you then keep reading and you might just find the perfect fit!
As Science North’s Financial Controller you will oversee all aspects of financial management including corporate accounting, regulatory and financial reporting, internal control policies and financial risk management. You will also have direct oversight of staff responsible for Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Payroll, Project Accounting as well as risk and procurement. As the successful candidate you are an energetic, solutions-oriented and self-motivated individual motivated by continuous improvement and excited by growing a flourishing team of professionals. You are a meticulous person who can effectively manage and prioritize the department's time and efforts and are relied on to solve problems. You are someone who is accountable, dependable, and committed to upholding the highest integrity and ethical standards.
Position Highlights:
- Leads the financial management of the Centre including budget setting process in consultation with Directors, provides financial support to the Business Affairs Committee/Board
- Leads audit file preparation and ensures accountability for compliance, control, and sound financial management reporting to the audit committee
- Active, respectful and collaborative member of Senior Leadership Team
- Champions sound financial management practices and fiscal responsibility across the organization
- Oversees the day-to-day activities of all financial areas and transactions including those related to general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, benefits administration, job/labour costing, inventory management and control, fixed assets, grant budgeting and reporting
- Evaluates financial reporting systems, accounting procedures and policies; recommends and implements changes to procedures, policies and other financial control functions
- Builds relationships within the direct team and the Senior Leadership Team as well as with stakeholders to understand business operations and achieve alignment in key business decisions and strategies
- Provides financial advice, training, guidance, and support in financial implications of business decisions, preparation of budgets and related activities at all levels of the organization
- Provides financial expertise across the organization on ongoing projects, programs and planning
- Performs/initiates financial analysis and conducts reviews in areas such as forecasting, budgeting, cost reductions, operational performance, and efficiencies of operating units
- Offers guidance and support for project accounting team
- Explores opportunities to improve efficiency and productivity
- Supports new systems or project selection and implementation from a strategic finance and internal control perspective
- Advises on, and develops, systems to track and maximize HST tax credit and exemptions
- Coordinates and prepares financial and regulatory reports required by law including Ministry reporting
- Works cross functionally to maximize financial success of grants, programs, and businesses
- Recruits, selects, trains, and manages the performance of employees
- Actively promotes the organization’s vision, purpose, and core values
- Sets, monitors and evaluates individual and team strategic and operational objectives blend with perf pieced
- Coaches, motivates, and develops team, ensures growth and engagement of team members
- Provides leadership in all financial areas for new and existing business initiatives
- Sets up accounting, payroll, and financial reporting structures to take into consideration funding providers, tax credit requirements, budgeting requirements and cash flow monitoring and analysis
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree in in business, accounting, finance, or any related field
- CPA designation or equivalent experience
- 5+ years progressive experience gained at a senior level in the private or public sector
- 3+ years of management or supervisory experience in a related Finance/Accounting role
- Experience working in a fast-paced environment and managing financial implications of very rapid growth
Keys to success:
- Experience in payroll, accounts payable and accounts receivable functions
- Sound knowledge of advanced accounting and financial concepts related to Public Sector Accounting Board (PSAB), complex payrolls and fund accounting
- Familiarity with provincial agency accountability requirements
- Able to establish credibility, trust and build relationships with people of all levels of an organization
- Proven expertise in financial project management
- Demonstrated ability to effectively deliver high quality work under pressure
- Knowledge of Federal regulations on taxes and reporting
- Extensive experience in creating financial statements and general ledger functions
- Superior skills and experience with accounting software (including advanced administration) and Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Excel
- Superior organizational, communication (written and verbal), presentation and analytical skills
- Experience in grant reporting considered an asset
- As a Leader, you are an active listener, skilled in diplomacy. You are empathetic. You can share clear messages and make complex ideas easy to understand. You are a strategic thinker, you are inspirational, and flexible to the needs of others
Compensation Highlights:
- Full-time permanent opportunity based in Sudbury
- Competitive salary commensurate with experience
- Variable compensation component via incentive program
- Pension plan following one year (employee 6%/employer 9%)
- Comprehensive group benefit package including medical, dental, vision, paramedical, life/travel insurance, short and long-term disability coverage, 24/7 telemedicine access, wellness spending account/ onsite physio/chiro services
- Flexible work arrangements
- Science North annual family membership
- Onsite gym
- Free or discounted admission to other attractions outside Sudbury, Science North facilities and program discounts, fitness membership contribution, on-site parking, on-site gym
- Professional development opportunities
- Minimum 4 weeks vacation with incremental entitlements of one week after 5 and 10 yrs of service
- Free onsite parking
Apply online at http://sciencenorth.ca/careers. An early application represents your best opportunity for consideration. Science North is committed to an inclusive workplace and invites applications from all qualified individuals to join our diverse team. Accommodations are available upon request in all aspects of Science North’s selection process. We thank all interested candidates; only those selected for interviews will be contacted.
Science North is grateful to work with First Nations across Northern Ontario and we give thanks to the Indigenous Peoples who have cared for this land since time immemorial. We pay respect to their traditions, ways of knowing, and acknowledge their many contributions to innovations in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics, past and present. We also recognize the Métis Nation of Ontario for their historic and ongoing contributions. Science North commits to deepening engagement, relationships and partnerships in order to advance truth and reconciliation, honour and reflect Indigenous ways of knowing, grow economic opportunities, and collaborate with Indigenous peoples as partners in order to inspire all people to be engaged with science in the world around them.
Science North is a registered charity
Science North is an agency of the Government of Ontario
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Job Types: Permanent, Full-time
Salary: $75,000.00-$100,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company events
- Company pension
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site gym
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Vision care
- Wellness program
Schedule:
Education:
- Bachelor's Degree (preferred)
Experience:
- Senior Finance: 5 years (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
- Chartered Professional Accountant (preferred)
Work Location: In person
