Comptroller – Full Time – St. John's (Association Services Office) Wage Range: $95,000-$106,000/yr Job Competition #: ADMIN-COMPT-FT
The YMCA has been part of life in Newfoundland and Labrador since 1854. Our charity’s core programs of Health, Fitness, and Aquatics; Child Care and Day Camp; and Employment, Enterprise, and Newcomer Services are offered at more than 200 locations and points of delivery in our communities throughout the province. Our focus on inclusiveness and accessibility means we serve people of all ages, backgrounds and abilities through all stages of life.
Join Our Team
We are seeking a strategic, analytical, and trusted financial professional to join our leadership team as Comptroller. The ideal candidate is a collaborative problem-solver who combines strong financial expertise with sound judgment, integrity, and a commitment to organizational success. They are confident interpreting complex financial information, providing clear recommendations, and building strong relationships across all levels of the organization.
The successful candidate is a proactive leader who balances attention to detail with a big-picture perspective. They thrive in a dynamic environment, demonstrate exceptional organizational and decision-making skills, and are motivated by helping drive financial sustainability, operational excellence, and informed business decisions. As a trusted advisor, they bring professionalism, accountability, and a continuous improvement mindset to everything they do. This position reports to the Association Services Office in St. John's.
Key Responsibilities
· Works with the CFO to direct and coordinator the financial planning and budget management functions
· Monitor and analyze monthly operating results against budget
· Serve as a subject matter expert to train key non-financial employees in accounting policies and procedures
· Oversee the day-to-day operations of the finance and accounting department such as payroll, bank deposit processing, deposit preparation, journal entry preparation, etc.
· Manage the preparation of all financial reports, outlooks and forecasts
· Prepare financial analysis for contract negotiation/investment decisions
· Ensure compliance with government financial reporting requirements
· Oversee month-end processes while at times may need to support in the preparation of working papers (i.e., journal entries, Operating Grant Program, federal government contract claim)
· Provide support to year-end audit processes including file maintenance, account and capital expense reconciliation, preparation of year-end working papers and AP/AR files, and timely response to requests for information/documentation
Job Requirements
· Bachelor's Degree or Diploma in Accounting, or equivalent experience specializing in financial oversight would be considered
· 5-7 years of progressive accounting and finance experience
· Leadership experience
· CPA designation
· Strong technical accounting capabilities (i.e., month-end accounting procedures, including journal entries and account reconciliations
· Sage 300 experience
· Previous experience in non-profit would be preferred
· Must be comfortable remaining actively involved in the details of the finance function including financial reporting, controls, payroll and team leadership
· Criminal Record Checks are reviewed on an individual basis
Benefits of Working with the YMCA
· Competitive compensation; paid general and annual leave, medical and dental insurance, matched pension contributions
· Maintain a work-life balance with our 35-hour work week
· Enhance your health with a free health, fitness and aquatics membership
· Keep your career dynamic through our professional development programs
· Work in an inclusive environment where caring, honesty, diversity, respect and responsibility are lived values
· Employee Referral Program – Receive monetary incentives for contributing to our hiring practices
· Employee Recognition Program
Key Competencies
· Creates a respectful and inclusive environment
· Takes personal responsibility for following through, responding and resolving issues and complaints
· Demonstrates personal discipline to produce high quality work and meet expectations and goals
· Self-manages behaviours, learns from mistakes, and seeks out feedback and coaching
· Reliable and punctual
The YMCA of Newfoundland and Labrador is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. We are committed to an environment that is barrier-free. If you require accommodation during the hiring process, please inform us in advance to arrange reasonable and appropriate accommodation. We thank all applicants for their interest; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.