Director of Finance & Controller

About Bethany

Bethany Care Society (Bethany) is one of Western Canada's largest not-for-profit providers of care, housing, and community services for seniors and adults with disabilities.

Since 1945, Bethany has provided high-quality, person-centred care focused on the unique physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being of our residents and tenants.

We create caring communities to support Albertans to age well.

Why Bethany?

Bethany has won Alberta Top Employer for 15 years for the programs we invest in for our employees. We offer top-ups for maternal leaves, generous vacation and leave time, competitive salaries, benefits, and retirement savings programs.

We are committed to employee well-being and giving back to our community. We invest in our people because they are the reason for our success.

For more information, check out this video about Working at Bethany

INTERNAL APPLICANTS* Internal applicants must utilize their redacted email address in order to be considered for the role;

failure to do so may result in omission from the selection process.

Key Accountabilities

Reporting to the Vice President, Corporate Services, and Chief Financial Officer, The Director of Finance and Controller oversees all aspects of the organization's financial operations, ensuring the finance function supports Bethany's mission, vision, and values.

The incumbent plays a pivotal role in promoting service excellence and providing leadership to Bethany's finance department, which includes accounting and financial operations, budgeting and reporting, supply chain services, and payroll.

The ideal candidate possesses exceptional technical skills, demonstrated leadership and management competencies, strong analytical skills, and an ability to work closely with other departments as a trusted partner.

Key Responsibilities

Team Leadership and Service Excellence :

• Promotes Bethany's service excellence program and provides leadership to Bethany's Finance Department
• Lead and develop a high-performing team, fostering a culture of service excellence and continuous improvement
• Establish key performance goals for the finance team and work closely with other departments to align performance goals

Financial Planning & Analysis :

• Oversee and lead the development of annual budgets, including coordinating with department leaders to forecast revenues, expenses, and capital needs
• Oversee preparation of financial forecasts and models to guide strategic decision making
• Analyze financial data to identify trends, variances, and areas of opportunities and risk for management

Financial Reporting :

• Oversee the preparation and accuracy of financial statements, ensuring compliance with accounting standards and external restrictions
• Oversee the timely and accurate preparation of monthly / quarterly / annual financial reports for internal stakeholders, the board, and external entities
• Lead management and discussion and analysis (MD&A) reporting

Financial and Supply Chain Operations :

• Oversee the maintenance of the general ledger, ensuring all financial transactions are accurately recorded
• Oversee the accounts payable and receivable processes to ensure timely payments and collections
• Oversee a supply chain strategy that aligns with organizational business objectives and oversee the integration and optimization of supply chain technologies to streamline operations and improve service delivery
• Oversee the accurate and timely processing of payroll and related compliance with tax and labour laws
• Implement and refine financial policies

Compliance :

• Establish and oversee the maintenance of strong internal controls to safeguard assets and ensure accurate financial reporting
• Oversee the preparation and filing of relevant tax returns and ensure compliance with legislation and debt compliance requirements
• Oversee and coordinate all external audits to ensure successful audits

Treasury & Cash Management :

• Monitor and manage the company's cash flow to ensure adequate liquidity for operations and investments
• Manage relationships with banks and other financial institutions to optimize available banking systems with internal processes
• Recommend strategies to optimize working capital.

Systems Management :

• Oversee the implementation and maintenance of financial systems and software to ensure efficient and accurate financial operations (including payroll and supply chain)
• Ensure data accuracy and system efficiency.
• Identify and lead the streamlining of financial and supply chain processes

What You Bring

Education :

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field; Professional Designation : CPA required

Experience :

10 or more years of experience in finance and accounting, with at least 5 years at or above a Director or Controller leve

Technical Skills :

• Extensive knowledge of GAAP and NPO Accounting Standards, financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis.
• Experience with multifaceted and complex organizations with ERP systems (Workday, SAP, Oracle)
• Prior accounting experience with externally restricted funds
• Attention to detail to ensure accuracy and mitigation of errors
• Demonstration of critical thinking and strong analytical skills

Leadership Skills :

• Proven ability to lead and develop teams, with excellent written and oral communication skills
• Demonstrated commitment to the provision of customer service to a broad range of stakeholder groups
• Dedicated to working collaboratively with peers and colleagues, contributing to Bethany's mission

Strategic Thinking :

Demonstrated ability to think strategically, analyze complex financial data, and provide actional insights to management

Ethics & Integrity :

High ethical standards and a commitment to transparency, accuracy, and accountability

Adaptability :

Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment, managing multiple priorities and adapting to changing business needs

Continuous Learning :

A mindset geared towards learning, staying updated with industry trends, and applying knowledge to improve processes and service delivery

How to Apply

Like what you see and think you have what it takes to join our team?

INTERNAL APPLICANTS* Internal applicants must utilize their redacted email address in order to be considered for the role;

failure to do so may result in omission from the selection process.

Apply Onlineat : http : / / bethanyseniors.com / careers / by submitting your resume and cover letter.

Please note this competition may close sooner if a suitable candidate is found.

All applicants are thanked for their interest. Only those selected to move forward will be contacted.

Bethany Care Society is an equal opportunity employer.

Successful candidates will be required to obtain a Criminal Background Check and provide proof of all mandatory immunizations.

Bethany Care Society complies with the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA). By forwarding your resume to Bethany you are consenting to the collection and use of your personal information for this job competition.

Your information will be kept strictly confidential.