Controller, Financial Services

Founded in 1945 with the creation of the CARE Package®, CARE is a leading humanitarian organization fighting global poverty. CARE places special focus on working alongside women and girls. Equipped with the proper resources women and girls have the power to lift whole families and entire communities out of poverty. In 2023, CARE worked in 109 countries, reaching 167 million people through more than 1,600 projects. To learn more, visit www.care.ca CARE Canada is looking for a Controller, Financial Services ABOUT THE ROLE CARE Canada’s Strategic Plan, From Caring Comes Courage (2021 – 2027), sets out CARE Canada’s commitment to bring all our resources, talent, and expertise together to unlock women’s leadership for a gender-just future. It recognizes that to lead change and realize a better life for herself and her community, every woman needs to be safe, healthy and have a dignified livelihood. It also fundamentally realizes that ‘business as usual’ is no longer good enough: this Plan challenges us to reimagine how we achieve our mission, inspire Canadian investment in that mission, and transform our organization to be future-ready. The Corporate Finance Unit hosts the financial and information management components for the broader organization. Along with the traditional corporate accounting, this unit provides financial and professional expertise and oversight to HQ operations in an efficient and effective manner. This unit is a key strategic resource in budgeting, forecasting and business analysis and compliance. Reporting to the Director, Corporate Finance, the Controller, Financial Services oversees financial operations and financial transaction management. This position will play a crucial role in ensuring accurate financial records for the organization, appropriate internal controls are in place and functioning as expected, timely payments, and efficient financial operations. In addition, the Controller will manage the year end audit and, in collaboration with the Director, Corporate Finance, will prepare external financial statements. Finally, the Controller will also be responsible to ensure compliance with various regulatory requirements related to the financial management of the organization. This position requires strong financial acumen, attention to detail, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team. WHAT YOU BRING Proven experience in financial management and accounting, with a minimum of 5 years in a similar role. Knowledge of nonprofit accounting, fund accounting, and project-based financial management. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Proficiency in financial software and tools (e.g., PeopleSoft, Excel). Excellent organizational and time management skills. Strong interpersonal and communication skills. Ability to work effectively in a team and collaborate with different departments. Commitment to CARE's mission and values. Bachelor's degree in finance, Accounting, or a related field; CPA or similar certification is a plus (or equivalent combination of education and work experience). WHAT WOULD MAKE YOU EXTRAORDINARY Spanish or French language skills Experience with PeopleSoft REQUIREMENTS Promote and maintain an organizational culture that advances gender equality, reduces power abuse and inequalities, and fosters trust and safety. Create an environment within CARE's workplaces, programming, and communities where CARE works that is free from sexual harassment, sexual abuse and sexual exploitation and child abuse (SHEA-CA). Ensure high standards of prevention and response measures for SHEA-CA are in place consistent with the CARE International (CI) Safeguarding Policy and Safeguarding Code of Conduct. WHAT WE OFFER Starting salary between $103,000 – 110,000 Comprehensive benefits package, providing family coverage for a wide range of services, including paramedical services, gender-affirming care, mental health support, and access to a confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP). Paid annual and wellness leave benefits Extended list of paid holidays, beyond provincial requirements December Office Closure (between December 24-January 1) Inclusive holiday policy Parental leave top-up Employer contributions to group pension plan beginning in 2nd Year; Optional participation in group RRSP International and domestic travel opportunities Learning and development opportunities and specialized training Flexible work hours to support employee wellbeing and productivity A focus on wellness and work-life balance Amazing colleagues who are very committed to CARE’s mission HOW TO APPLY If you are someone who thrives on challenge, loves to be part of a dynamic team and are passionate about making a difference, then this opportunity is for you! Don’t think you check all the boxes? Reach out anyway – we would love to hear how your experience translates to this role! Please apply directly here by June 12, 2026. Please note resumes will be reviewed on an ongoing basis and the advertisement will be removed once a candidate has been identified. We are only able to consider candidates who currently have the right to work in Canada. CARE Canada is committed to employment equity, welcomes diversity in the workplace and encourages applications from all qualified applicants. Recruitment-related accommodations for persons with disabilities are available on request. CARE Canada does not use artificial intelligence tools to screen, assess, or select applicants at any stage of the recruitment process. All application reviews and hiring decisions are conducted by our amazing people. AI tools may be used in drafting communication, editing or interview question sourcing from time to time. This posting is for a currently vacant role. As part of CARE Canada's commitment to preventing sexual harassment, exploitation and abuse, we conduct reference checks on all final stage candidates in line with the Interagency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme. By applying to this role with CARE Canada, you are giving us consent to contact your previous employers to seek information in line with this scheme. CARE Canada is committed to employment equity and building a more diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace. Research shows that women and other marginalized folks tend to apply to roles only when they meet all the criteria outlined in the posting. If you're excited about this role but don't have experience with each and everyqualification, we encourage you to apply. Let us know in your application if you have a non-traditional background and how your experience maps to the role you're applying for. Recruitment-related accommodations for persons with disabilities are available on request. CARE Canada has a mandatory vaccination policy currently in place with accommodations based on the Ontario Human Rights Code. As part of CARE Canada's commitment to preventing sexual harassment, exploitation and abuse, we conduct reference checks on all final stage candidates in line with the Interagency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme. By applying to this role with CARE Canada, you are giving us consent to contact your previous employers to seek information in line with this scheme. Apply To This Job