Controller

Employment Type: Full-Time

Location: North York, ON (hybrid)

Salary: $120,000–$130,000

Industry: Healthcare / Non-Profit

Position Type: Backfill

About the Opportunity

Our client is a healthcare organization rooted in community values and excellence. The Financial Controller role is central to the organization's finance function, reporting to the Director of Finance and leading a team that ensures strong financial controls, accurate reporting, and compliance with not-for-profit and government funding requirements.

This is an opportunity to own the full accounting lifecycle, from month-end close through external audit preparation. You'll manage accounts payable and accounts receivable, oversee financial reporting to stakeholders, and drive process improvements that strengthen operations. The role offers meaningful scope to influence how the finance function scales, supported by a leadership team that values operational rigor and strategic partnership.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead all financial reporting processes, including monthly, quarterly, and year-end close activities, ensuring accuracy and timeliness
• Oversee accounts payable and accounts receivable functions, maintaining strong internal controls and process efficiency
• Review and approve journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial statements
• Ensure compliance with not-for-profit accounting standards and government funding requirements, including preparation of funder reports
• Lead month-end close process and support variance analysis to identify business drivers
• Manage external audit relationships, lead audit preparation, and resolve audit findings
• Support annual budget development, forecasts, and long-range financial planning
• Partner with department leaders to provide financial insights and decision-making support
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and scalability
• Oversee ERP and financial systems to ensure data integrity and optimal utilization
• Provide leadership, mentorship, and performance management for finance team members
• Support ad hoc financial analysis and strategic initiatives as required

What You Bring

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field; CPA designation required with public accounting background
• 5+ years of accounting experience with demonstrated leadership in financial operations
• Hands-on expertise in full-cycle accounting, including month-end and year-end close processes
• Proven ability to support or lead external audits and implement process improvements
• Strong understanding of internal controls, financial reporting standards, and regulatory requirements
• Advanced Excel skills and proficiency with ERP systems
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with high attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines

Nice to Have

• Experience in not-for-profit accounting and government funding compliance
• Background in healthcare or broader public sector environment
• Knowledge of Ontario health funding models (LHIN/Ontario Health)

Next Steps

We do appreciate all interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Clarity Recruitment is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible recruitment process and workplace. If you require accommodation, please let us know in advance and we will work with you to meet your needs.

Please note: We use AI-assisted tools for notetaking during the screening process.

JOB ID # 3633546

About Clarity Recruitment

Clarity is an executive search and recruitment firm specializing in Finance & Accounting talent across Canada - from accountants to CFOs. Additionally, Clarity partners with organizations to hire exceptional talent in HR, Operations, and IT, helping build the teams that power business success. Our process is designed to minimize risk, maximize alignment, and move quickly. With dedicated practices in Executive Search, Full-Time Search, and Project & Interim Consulting, we help organizations grow with confidence. Visit findingclarity.ca to learn more!