About The Link: Youth and Family Supports
For more than 90 years, The Link has helped youth and families on a journey to healing, hope, and better lives. The organization is dedicated to walking alongside children, youth, and families as an inclusive community, strengthening and empowering a sense of being, pride, and purpose. With over 15 diverse programs, The Link has a community of caring staff that work together to provide support through a 24-hour crisis line, youth resource centers, emergency shelters, mobile crisis teams, specialized foster care, healing homes, job readiness supports, and Skills4Life. With a strong foundation within the community and a focus on connection, unity, and compassion, the organization provides a vital link for youth and families in the province of Manitoba.
About the Opportunity
Summary:
Reporting to the CFO, the Controller will be responsible for performing day-to-day accounting and financial reporting for this not for profit organization.
This will include:
- Leading and mentoring finance department staff(5)
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Review and approval of monthly financial transactions, including revenue and cost allocations, asset amortization, and other period-end journal entries
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Preparation and analysis of monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements
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Preparation of and updates to annual operating and capital budgets
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Oversight of tracking and maintenance of funding agreements, purchasing contracts
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Preparation of periodic financial accountability reports to funders
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Oversight of cash management and cash flow projections
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Approvals of deposits and payments
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Adherence to internal financial policies
Of major importance, the Controller will work closely with the CFO, the Board Finance Committee, Managers, and employees to:
- Establish efficient and effective financial structures, policies, and processes that will support legislative and regulatory compliance, adherence to sound internal controls, and integrity of financial reporting
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identify and remediate financial risks
Experience & Working Knowledge
- 3- 5 years of working experience in financial reporting discipline with an extensive background working in finance roles as a Senior Accountant, Supervisor, or Finance Manager
- Exposure to a 'Not for Profit' is an asset
- Well-developed planning, organizational, and time-management skills, able to handle competing priorities, and a consistent record of meeting deadlines
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Enjoy working in a fast-paced environment
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Demonstrated leadership and coaching skills, including experience with diversity, equity and inclusivity (DEI)
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Strong verbal and written communication skills
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Excellent attention to detail, but able to see the "big picture"
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Analytical and curios, able to identify problem areas, research, develop, and implement solutions
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Technology Savvy and experience with Software (e.g., Sage 300, Pay works, Vivid, Microsoft, Excel)
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Customer service oriented and solution maturity
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The individual has a genuine passion for their passion for this profession an a love for giving back to their community
Education (Degree/Diploma/Certificate)
- A graduate degree in Business Commerce is highly desirable. A professional accounting designation, CPA or equivalent experience is essential
Conditions of Employment
- Satisfactory Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Search, a clear Child Abuse Registry check with acceptable Prior Contact checks and a clear Adult Abuse Registry check, all done within the last 3 months.
Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities upon request. If you are contacted by The Link regarding a job opportunity, please know that you are welcome to request an accommodation at any point in the process. All information received regarding accommodations will be kept confidential.
Position status: Full-Time permanent 40 hours/week, 8:30am to 4:30pm Monday to Friday, with some overtime during peak financial reporting periods
Posting End Date: Open until filled.
Site: The Link: Youth and Family Supports
Work Location: 175 Mayfair Avenue
Salary Range: Dependent upon qualifications.
To apply to this opportunity, please visit https://thelinkmb.easyapply.co/
The Link is an equal opportunity employer, Indigenous people, women, visible minorities, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. The Link is committed to developing and retaining a diverse workforce. We thank all applicants for their interest, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
