Financial Controller

Overview  The Financial Controller is responsible for overseeing most finance, accounting, and reporting activities of Digital Nova Scotia. The role requires a strong understanding of not-for-profit financial management, as well as experience working with program leaders. The Financial Controller will lead all day-to-day finance operations including functional responsibility over accounting, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, member revenues, and grants administration.

The Financial Controller will ensure that Digital Nova Scotia has the systems and procedures in place to support effective program implementation and conduct flawless audits.
Responsibilities   Oversee all accounts, ledgers, and reporting systems ensuring compliance with appropriate GAAP standards and regulatory requirements.
Maintain internal control and safeguards for receipt of revenue, costs, and program budgets and actual expenditures.
Coordinate all audit activity.
Consistently analyze financial data and present financial reports in an accurate and timely manner; clearly communicate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial results; monitor progress and changes and keep senior leadership abreast of the non-profit industry association’s financial status.
Work closely with program leaders and their staff, not only to educate them regarding finance and accounting procedures but also to explore how the finance function can support program operations.
Partner with the CEO, board of directors, senior leadership, human resources (HR) and information technology (IT) staff to enhance and better integrate finance, HR, and IT functions.
Develop and maintain the budget and financial plan for Digital Nova Scotia.
Qualifications   Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance required; CPA preferred.
5+ years progressive accounting experience, partnering with senior/executive staff, resulting in the development and implementation of financial management strategies.
Previous controller experience is an asset.
Must be able to work independently as well as work effectively as part of a team. Detail oriented individual with strong organizational skills.
Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
Time-management skills with the ability to meet deadlines.

Experience with Quick Books Online preferred.
Experience in a non-profit industry association preferred.
Experience in a federal and/or provincial award environment preferred.
What we can offer   Four-day work week - Monday to Thursday
A flexible schedule with agile start/end times and core hours
A hybrid workplace, with a combination of working from home and at our downtown Halifax office
Team get-togethers and activities throughout the year - we promise to keep them fun
A group benefits plan and wellness spending account, with 100% of the monthly premiums paid by DNS
The opportunity to contribute ideas, creativity and input - as a team, we rely on each other to drive success in our projects/programs
Three weeks' vacation annually, in addition to paid time off over the holiday season
Access to professional development opportunities
We are open to alternative arrangements including fractional support proposals.
About Digital Nova Scotia  Digital Nova Scotia (DNS) is the industry association for Nova Scotia’s $2.5 billion ICT and digital technologies sector. Engaging industry stakeholders and over 250 members, we strive to connect our digital community through impactful programs, networking opportunities, industry events and innovative initiatives. DNS proudly supports business growth, skills development and capacity building, celebrates sector successes, facilitates connections between industry and talent, and drives the province's digital economy.

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