corporate controller
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July 02, 2024
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Karis Disability Services
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Do you want to get up each day and know that what you do matters and has a purpose? Do you want to join a team of colleagues who are passionate about helping people with developmental disabilities live better lives?
Then we want to talk to you! Calling all change-makers, innovators, and advocates!
At Karis Disability Services (formerly Christian Horizons), what you do matters. Since 1965, our team has come alongside people with developmental disabilities, and their families, to celebrate each person?s unique gifts as we promote communities where everybody belongs. Driven by our values which are firmly rooted in the Christian faith, together we serve more than 2,000 people each year across Ontario and Saskatchewan, supporting them wholistically - body, mind, soul and spirit. Believing each person is made in the image of God, we welcome everybody to find the personalized supports they need to thrive. Beyond Canada, our global work impacts over 300,000 people across 60 communities in six countries. Learn more about Karis Disability Services at www.karis.org.
*Permanent, Full Time*
*Corporate Controller*
*Waterloo Office (In-Office)*
The Corporate Controller provides optimum financial services to the various stakeholders of Karis Disability Services. They are responsible for managing the internal control process, as well as overseeing the complete, accurate, and timely preparation of financial transactions. We are looking for a strong candidate who can think strategically and execute tactically, with demonstrated successful experience in leading high-performing teams, compliance and client-service delivery mentality.
*Responsibilities:*
* Develop, establish, and maintain effective lines of communication with all stakeholders.
* Identify, recommend and implement changes to accounting procedures and policies.
* Operate as a prime contact for financial inquiries (e.g., taxable benefits as legislation allows) and ensure timely and appropriate responses.
* Maintain reporting structure with the Ministry and Executive Directors and ensure proper and timely reporting to the government.
* Work with the Chief Financial Officer to negotiate banking service agreements for Karis Disability Services group of companies.
* Negotiate loans for new capital projects and ensure payment plans with the operating department are in place and maintained.
* Prepare, review, compare, evaluate, and report financial information regarding: budgets, costs, journal entries, and annual financial statements and recommend changes.
* Preparation/supervision of audit working papers.
* Serve as lead for external audit team in conjunction with Director of Finance for fiscal year-end engagement. Ensure all documents required by the external audit team are provided timely and accurately.
* Responsible for the departmental budget.
* Lead internal audit and recommend/implement areas for improvement of operations.
* Identify exceptions. Direct team members to investigate and adjust accounting information.
* Hire, supervise, direct and coach department team members and complete staff performance reviews annually and promote staff development.
* Exercise discretion and sensitivity in confidential matters.
* Plan and prepare financial strategies and departmental goals.
* Apply for Human Resources Development Canada funding and hire new seasonal employees.
* Serve as backup for Director of Finance.
*Requirements: *
* 6 years of previous senior accounting experience
* Bachelor?s Degree/College Diploma in a related field of study (Accounting/Finance)
* CPA Professional Designation
* Thorough understanding of accounting concepts and principles
* Proficient computer skills, including demonstrated experience with Office 365
* High degree of confidentiality
* Attention to detail
* Excellent time management skills
*Why Should You Apply?*
* · Live out our shared values, help others, and find purpose in your work every day.
· Receive competitive wages.
· Find support thro
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LocationWaterloo, ON
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Salary$87,940 to $105,700YEAR annually
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Terms of employment
Permanent employmentFull time
- Start date
Starts as soon as possible
- vacancies
1 vacancy
- Source
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