Top Benefits
About the role
Who We Are
For more than 130 years, The Salvation Army has served people in need in communities across Canada and Bermuda. Building on our roots as a world-wide Christian church, each year we help more than 2 million people, providing necessities such as food, clothing and shelter. In addition, we support people experiencing unemployment, addiction and family challenges. We continually adapt and innovate to meet emerging needs and live out our mission, vision and values of hope, service, dignity and stewardship. As a faith- and values-based organization, we hire and serve people of all backgrounds and walks of life - there is a place for everyone to belong here.
Mission Statement
The Salvation Army exists to share the love of Jesus Christ, meet human needs and be a transforming influence in the communities of our world.
Job Description:
The Financial Analyst will play a key role in delivering financial insights and support across the organization. Reporting to the Associate Director of Finance, you will use your hands-on accounting experience and understanding of financial principles to lead complex accounting tasks, refine processes, and guide stakeholders with clear financial advice. Your responsibilities will include financial reporting, budget preparation, account reconciliations, and helping teams make informed decisions with confidence.
Key Accountabilities:
- Oversees monthly financial close, account reconciliations, and journal entries to ensure timely and accurate financial statements.
- Interprets and applies Salvation Army policies and tax/accounting principles, ensuring compliance and proper coding of revenues and expenses.
- Reviews and analyzes unit financial statements each month to monitor cash flow, fund balances, and budget performance.
- Designs, implements, and maintains new processes and systems to enhance efficiency and strengthen internal controls.
- Prepares, reviews, and approves journal entries, investment transactions, and accruals to ensure accurate period-end reporting.
- Leads the preparation of audit schedules, financial statements, government filings, and Registered Charity Returns in compliance with regulations.
- Analyzes and discusses budget variances and forecasts while preparing ministry unit budgets and multi-year financial plans.
- Acts as the primary contact for ministry units and clients, providing clear, respectful communication and resolving financial issues promptly.
- Reports to the Associate Director of Finance while managing confidential financial data, mentoring staff, and supporting organizational financial compliance.
- Other duties as assigned.
Education and Experience Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in finance or accounting.
- Enrolled in a CPA program PEP.
- Three (3) to five (5) years of relevant experience (AP/AR/GL).
- Demonstrates respect for The Salvation Army’s mission, culture, and values.
- Brings strong attention to detail with excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
- Upholds integrity and confidentiality while balancing fairness and flexibility.
- Advanced Excel skills (VLookups, index/match, indirect, trims, left/right/mid, substitute, if/or/and logic) and proficient in Word.
- Delivers clear, professional written and verbal communication.
- Capable of training and supporting individuals with limited financial backgrounds on reporting requirements.
- Committed to high-quality customer service with a proactive approach to identifying and addressing risks.
- Manages time effectively as a self-motivated, organized, and disciplined professional.
Compensation:
The target hiring range for this position is $55,693.49 to $69,616.86 with a maximum of $83,540.23.
Placement in the salary range will be based on factors such as market conditions, internal equity, and candidate experience, skills, and qualifications relevant to the role.
The Salvation Army will provide reasonable accommodation upon request. Please email
Recruitment.Accommodations@salvationarmy.ca
if you have a need for any accommodation and we will be pleased to discuss this with you.
About The Salvation Army
The Salvation Army is the nation's largest direct provider of social services.
Annually, we help millions overcome poverty, addiction, and spiritual and economic hardships by preaching the gospel of Jesus Christ and meeting human needs in His name without discrimination in nearly every zip code.
By providing food, shelter, eviction prevention assistance, emergency disaster relief, rehabilitation, after-school and summer youth programs, spiritual enrichment, and more, The Salvation Army is doing the most good at nearly 7,000 centers of operation around the country.
The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.
Top Benefits
About the role
Who We Are
For more than 130 years, The Salvation Army has served people in need in communities across Canada and Bermuda. Building on our roots as a world-wide Christian church, each year we help more than 2 million people, providing necessities such as food, clothing and shelter. In addition, we support people experiencing unemployment, addiction and family challenges. We continually adapt and innovate to meet emerging needs and live out our mission, vision and values of hope, service, dignity and stewardship. As a faith- and values-based organization, we hire and serve people of all backgrounds and walks of life - there is a place for everyone to belong here.
Mission Statement
The Salvation Army exists to share the love of Jesus Christ, meet human needs and be a transforming influence in the communities of our world.
Job Description:
The Financial Analyst will play a key role in delivering financial insights and support across the organization. Reporting to the Associate Director of Finance, you will use your hands-on accounting experience and understanding of financial principles to lead complex accounting tasks, refine processes, and guide stakeholders with clear financial advice. Your responsibilities will include financial reporting, budget preparation, account reconciliations, and helping teams make informed decisions with confidence.
Key Accountabilities:
- Oversees monthly financial close, account reconciliations, and journal entries to ensure timely and accurate financial statements.
- Interprets and applies Salvation Army policies and tax/accounting principles, ensuring compliance and proper coding of revenues and expenses.
- Reviews and analyzes unit financial statements each month to monitor cash flow, fund balances, and budget performance.
- Designs, implements, and maintains new processes and systems to enhance efficiency and strengthen internal controls.
- Prepares, reviews, and approves journal entries, investment transactions, and accruals to ensure accurate period-end reporting.
- Leads the preparation of audit schedules, financial statements, government filings, and Registered Charity Returns in compliance with regulations.
- Analyzes and discusses budget variances and forecasts while preparing ministry unit budgets and multi-year financial plans.
- Acts as the primary contact for ministry units and clients, providing clear, respectful communication and resolving financial issues promptly.
- Reports to the Associate Director of Finance while managing confidential financial data, mentoring staff, and supporting organizational financial compliance.
- Other duties as assigned.
Education and Experience Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in finance or accounting.
- Enrolled in a CPA program PEP.
- Three (3) to five (5) years of relevant experience (AP/AR/GL).
- Demonstrates respect for The Salvation Army’s mission, culture, and values.
- Brings strong attention to detail with excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
- Upholds integrity and confidentiality while balancing fairness and flexibility.
- Advanced Excel skills (VLookups, index/match, indirect, trims, left/right/mid, substitute, if/or/and logic) and proficient in Word.
- Delivers clear, professional written and verbal communication.
- Capable of training and supporting individuals with limited financial backgrounds on reporting requirements.
- Committed to high-quality customer service with a proactive approach to identifying and addressing risks.
- Manages time effectively as a self-motivated, organized, and disciplined professional.
Compensation:
The target hiring range for this position is $55,693.49 to $69,616.86 with a maximum of $83,540.23.
Placement in the salary range will be based on factors such as market conditions, internal equity, and candidate experience, skills, and qualifications relevant to the role.
The Salvation Army will provide reasonable accommodation upon request. Please email
Recruitment.Accommodations@salvationarmy.ca
if you have a need for any accommodation and we will be pleased to discuss this with you.
About The Salvation Army
The Salvation Army is the nation's largest direct provider of social services.
Annually, we help millions overcome poverty, addiction, and spiritual and economic hardships by preaching the gospel of Jesus Christ and meeting human needs in His name without discrimination in nearly every zip code.
By providing food, shelter, eviction prevention assistance, emergency disaster relief, rehabilitation, after-school and summer youth programs, spiritual enrichment, and more, The Salvation Army is doing the most good at nearly 7,000 centers of operation around the country.
The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.