Controller, Finance - Ottawa, Canada - YMCA Ottawa

YMCA Ottawa

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Ottawa, Canada

1 week ago

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Description

Position:
Controller, Finance (Taggart Family Y Location)

Location:
Y Taggart, 180 Argyle Avenue, Ottawa, ON

Type:
Full-time, preferred start date January 30, 2023

Preferred start date:
Friday, Jan 27, 2023

Closing date:
Friday, Jan 27, 2023

Overview:

As one of the largest charitable community service organizations in Canada, the YMCA of the National Capital Region responds to critical social needs in the community and works to provide lasting solutions.

Serving thousands of people across our region annually, we are a leader and valued partner in creating a vibrant and healthy community where everyone belongs and can reach their full potential.

This position requires a commitment to the Y mission and core values of responsibility, honesty, caring, respect, and inclusion, which form the foundation of all Y programs and services.

Working for the Y

Are you looking to use your skills and unique gifts to make a real difference in your community? The YMCA of the National Capital Region is a great workplace committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, where different backgrounds, experiences, and identities are appreciated and celebrated.

The YMCA provides hundreds of employees with meaningful jobs and the opportunity to make a difference in the lives of individuals and the health of our communities.

We recognize the contributions of our staff through innovative practices, great benefits, and growth opportunities.

Whether you are starting out in your career or a seasoned professional, you will find many exciting opportunities to achieve your personal and career goals.

Some of the benefits of working for the Y include:

What we offer

At the Y, you will be part of a vibrant and diverse network of people whose shared vision is to change lives and make our communities home to the healthiest children, teens, adults, and families.

Our competitive wage and benefit package include:

Free Y membership.
Discounted Y program fees (including health & fitness programs, child care, and camps)
Access to an Employee Assistance Program including free, immediate, confidential assistance and counselling for you and your family members for mental and physical health, financial advice, among other 12 suites of services
Health and dental insurance for fulltime, permanent employees
Development courses at no cost in several areas
100% coverage for renewal of professional designations
Up to 27 vacation days per year, including two float days and one birthday vacation for fulltime, permanent staff
Longterm disability and life insurance for fulltime, permanent employees.
Workplace pension plan available for fulltime, permanent employees
Extended Maternity leave benefits to all our staff for up to 6 more months after the year of leave.

What do you offer?
The Controller reports to the VP-Finance and manages the Association's accounting and financial functions and finance staff. This position assists the VP-Finance with the continual advancement of the department in future strategic directions.

The Controller is responsible for establishing and conforming to the Association's accounting principles, practices and procedures.

This position ensures all journal entries conform to company accounting policies and that the Association's accounting procedures conform to generally accepted accounting principles and government reporting/remittance guidelines.

The Controller is required to work from the YMCA Corporate Services office and may occasionally travel to other branch offices.

Some of the tasks of this position include:

Monthly and annual financial reporting, account analysis, and benchmark analytics for Senior leader financial reports
Responsible for chequerun reviews, statistical analysis of operations as well as preparation and support for funding or related budget and report requirements.
Supports VP-Finance in the provision of accurate and timely data and reports for effective communication of key issues to the CEO and Board.
Supports other members of the Senior Management Team with reports and analysis as requested.
Analyze financial results and trends; provide communication and report assistance for VP-Finance for Board and Board Committee needs.
Analyze operational statistics including membership, camp, and childcare registrations to help management to understand past revenue and predict future revenue.
Monitor credit card activity, card maintenance, and reports on late payments.
Oversee daily operations of the finance department.
Train, supervise, and evaluate accounting staff.
Work with Dynamics Great Plains and Excel to improve accounting and reporting efficiencies and business processes.
Work with front office systems/teams to ensure effective use of the system within programs and facilities.
Primary contact for internal departments and other managed charities.
Respond to external customer and supplier inquiries as ne