Controller

at  The Mason Group

Nature United is a national organization that is reimagining conservation across Canada. We believe that nature—thriving and full of life—is the foundation of strong communities, a prosperous economy, and a future worth passing on to our grandchildren. We believe that reconciliation is at the heart of our progress as a nation. And we believe that Canada can be a global beacon for hope. We work to advance sustainable resource management by supporting Indigenous leadership and authority and to harness the power of nature to address the climate crisis by advancing natural climate solutions. Nature United is an affiliate of the global organization The Nature Conservancy (TNC).
As a conservation organization, we support the authority of Indigenous peoples to steward and manage their lands and waters by working in partnership with Indigenous Nations to strengthen governance, build on-the-ground stewardship capacity, support leaders, and catalyze local economies. Diversity, equity, inclusion and justice are central to achieving our conservation mission and we are committed to co-creating a culture that is equitable and a workplace that is diverse, inclusive and safe for all staff, partners, donors, and volunteers.
Our goal is to cultivate an inclusive work environment so that all our colleagues feel a sense of belonging, and that their unique contributions to our mission are valued. We know we’ll only achieve our Mission by hiring and engaging a diverse workforce that reflects the communities in which we work. In addition to the requirements in our postings, we recognize that people come with talent and experiences outside of a job. Diversity of experience and skills combined with passion is a key to innovation and a culture of inclusion! Please apply – we’d love to hear from you. To quote myriad staff members, “you’ll join for our mission, and you’ll stay for our people.”
Nature United is a national organization that is reimagining conservation across Canada. We believe that nature—thriving and full of life—is the foundation of strong communities, a prosperous economy, and a future worth passing on to our grandchildren. We believe that reconciliation is at the heart of our progress as a nation. And we believe that Canada can be a global beacon for hope. We work to advance sustainable resource management by supporting Indigenous leadership and authority and to harness the power of nature to address the climate crisis by advancing natural climate solutions. Nature United is an affiliate of the global organization The Nature Conservancy (TNC).
As a conservation organization, we support the authority of Indigenous peoples to steward and manage their lands and waters by working in partnership with Indigenous Nations to strengthen governance, build on-the-ground stewardship capacity, support leaders, and catalyze local economies. Diversity, equity, inclusion and justice are central to achieving our conservation mission and we are committed to co-creating a culture that is equitable and a workplace that is diverse, inclusive and safe for all staff, partners, donors, and volunteers.
Our goal is to cultivate an inclusive work environment so that all our colleagues feel a sense of belonging, and that their unique contributions to our mission are valued. We know we’ll only achieve our Mission by hiring and engaging a diverse workforce that reflects the communities in which we work. In addition to the requirements in our postings, we recognize that people come with talent and experiences outside of a job. Diversity of experience and skills combined with passion is a key to innovation and a culture of inclusion! Please apply – we’d love to hear from you. To quote myriad staff members, “you’ll join for our mission, and you’ll stay for our people.”
The Controller will be a key member of Nature United’s Finance & Operations team and will be responsible for the oversight and execution of all accounting activities. Reporting to the Director of Finance & Operations, the role is focused on the management, maintenance and reporting of financial data and the monitoring of internal controls and processes to ensure compliance with policies, standard operating procedures, and best practices. The successful candidate will bring not only strong technical and problem-solving abilities but also strong collaboration and communication skills. The Controller will have support from within the department, centralized services from our global affiliate, as well as external collaborators.

TMGMS

We’re looking for someone with excellent technical accounting, analytical and communication skills, and experience in leading continuous improvement projects. You will work closely with others in the Finance department as well as more broadly supporting all staff across the organization to advance our strategic priorities and reimagine conservation in Canada. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the ongoing mission of conservation by supporting the work of our team. Join us as we impact conservation across Canada and 70+ countries and territories around the globe!

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) of Canada designation
• Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting or business administration and 5 years’ related experience or equivalent combination
• Experience with accounting principles, practices, and regulations
• Experience working across teams and communicating with a wide range of people
• Experience working with ERP systems and financial accounting software
• Experience evaluating the adequacy and effectiveness of internal controls
• Experience managing and implementing multiple projects

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Experience supervising and developing staff
• High ethical standards and a commitment to strive for excellence
• Multi-lingual skills and/or multi-cultural experience appreciated
• Advanced expertise in Microsoft Excel
• Experience monitoring for and ensuring compliance with organizational policy, applicable laws and regulations, and finance/accounting/management best practices
• Ability to resolve complex issues independently
• Experience optimizing data visualization to enhance how financial information is shared with key stakeholders
  We recognize that women, visible minorities, Indigenous peoples, people with disabilities and other equity-deserving groups are less likely to apply if they do not match most of the qualifications. Nature United finds strength in diversity of backgrounds, lived experiences, knowledge, and identities. We strongly encourage those interested who bring new perspective to apply.
  A background check will be performed on the successful candidate

• General ledger ownership for two distinct entities (one Canadian; one American) including execution of monthly and year-end accounting processes and preparation of required financial reporting
• Development/maintenance of working papers and review packages for Director of Finance & Operations
• Oversight of internal controls, payroll and banking activities with a focus on continuous improvement
• Owner and primary user of financial ERP systems for the organization; support of payroll functions, where needed
• Ownership of annual financial audit process and preparation of regulatory filing information
• Supporting other departments by providing timely and accurate financial information as required
• Leading on continuous improvement initiatives for the department, including but not limited to: detailed financial analysis, development of new working papers, research and documentation
• Technical lead for accounting research and due diligence projects
• Ensure policies and procedures, financial standards and legal requirements are met for compliance
• Leadership in supporting all staff with policies & procedures relating to financial operations