Association for New Canadians is a non-profit, community-based organization dedicated to the provision of settlement and integration services for immigrants and refugees.

Job Title: Financial Controller

Location: St. John’s, NL
Position Type: 1 full-time position

Closing Date: Position will remain open until filled

About the Organization

The Association for New Canadians (ANC) is a long-established, non-profit organization committed to supporting the successful settlement and integration of immigrants and refugees across Newfoundland and Labrador. With over 45 years of service delivery, the ANC provides a wide range of programs including language training, employment support, youth engagement, and community integration through multiple sites across the province.

The Opportunity

We are seeking a highly skilled, detail-oriented, and collaborative professional for the role of Financial Controller. Reporting to the SeniorDirector of Finance, HR, and IT, this senior finance role provides strategic and operational leadership for the organization’s financial management and reporting functions.

The Financial Controller manages and optimizes financial systems to ensure accuracy, integrity, and integration across the organization. The role oversees financial reporting, project and grant accounting, budgeting and forecasting, and ensures compliance with funding agreements and organizational policies, supporting sound decision-making and long-term financial sustainability.

Role and Responsibilities

1. Financial Reporting and Data Management

• Use Sage 300’s financial reporting tools to develop customized reports and
  dashboards that provide insights into program performance, budgets, and
  funding compliance

• Prepare accurate and timely financial reports, dashboards, and reconciliations

• Analyze financial data, monitor cash flow, and ensure alignment with budgets
  and funding requirements

1. Project Accounting and Budgeting

• Track income, expenses, and budgets for projects and grants to ensure
  compliance

• Reconcile financial transactions, review expenditures, and prepare audit-ready
  documentation

• Support program teams with cash flow analysis and standardized financial
  management processes

• Assist in preparing budgets, forecasts, and multi-year financial plans

• Monitor program budgets, perform variance analysis, and provide insights for decision-making

1. Operational and Audit Support

• Monitor project financial systems in Sage 300 for accuracy and compliance.

• Support payroll allocations and updates (e.g., wage maps)

• Assist in year-end audit processes and finalizing the accounts by preparing required documents and material

1. Policy and Compliance

• Ensure adherence to regulatory requirements and contribution agreements

• Develop and improve financial controls, systems, and policies to enhance accuracy and efficiency

Qualifications and Experience

• Qualified candidates will be given consideration, along with individuals possessing a blend of education and practical experience in financial planning and analysis, accounting, budgeting, or related financial functions, gained over multiple years

• In-depth knowledge of Canadian accounting principles, standards, laws and regulations is required. Knowledge of Accounting Standards for Not-for-Profit Organizations (ASNPO) would be an asset

• Proficiency in project budgeting and management is necessary

• Experience in financial statement preparation and stakeholder reporting

• Proficient in utilizing Microsoft Office suite with expertise in data management for financial reporting through Excel and accounting platforms such as SAGE 300

• Advanced Knowledge of Finance and Project Management

• Strong communication skills, adept at conveying complex financial concepts to stakeholders at various levels of financial acumen

• Collaboration skills with all staffing levels and external funders, organizational and time management skills are required

Conditions of Employment

• Flexibility to work outside of standard core hours (Monday to Friday, 9am-5pm)

• Satisfactory Certificate of Conduct and Vulnerable Sector Check from the Royal Newfoundland Constabulary

• Valid class 5 NL driver’s license and daily access to a personal vehicle is required

How to Apply

Please upload your cover letter and resume as one PDF or MS Word document to

Association for New Canadians is committed to the advancement of Equity, Diversity and Inclusion. We believe that diversity in our team is a key pillar in the work we do and invite all candidates to discuss their specific skill sets and experience. We will work with qualified applicants to provide reasonable accommodation upon request to facilitate this recruitment process.

Visit us on-line at: www.ancnl.ca.