Financial Controller

Overview

Are you interested in joining a team where you are improving lives by propelling meaningful healthcare advancements within our community? At Calgary Health Foundation
, that is what we do! For 30 years, donor generosity has fueled progress, transformed care, and shaped healthier futures. We find opportunities to work with donors, medical specialists, community partners, and the public to invest in innovation across the entire healthcare system, all with the goal of offering patients quicker recoveries, improved health outcomes, and a better quality of life.

We are growing and have exciting career opportunities within many areas and functions. If you are ready to make a difference in the community in which you live and work, please apply today.

Calgary Health Foundation is looking a strategic and hands‑on Financial Controller to lead financial operations and support organizational decision‑making. Reporting to the CFO, this role oversees financial reporting, planning, and controls while partnering with leadership to drive performance, sustainability, and growth.

• Lead budgeting, forecasting, and financial performance analysis, acting as a collaborative business partner to leaders throughout the organization
• Deliver accurate financial reports, Board packages, and regulatory filings
• Oversee audit processes and ensure compliance with accounting standards
• Manage cash flow, banking relationships, and support investments
• Strengthen internal controls, risk management, and financial processes
• Optimize financial systems and drive efficiency improvements
• Lead and develop finance team; oversee accounting operations (GL, AP, payroll review)

The ideal candidate has a strong background in accounting and financial management, with direct experience overseeing general ledger functions, financial reporting, and budgeting. Possessing in‑depth knowledge of compliance regulations, audit processes, and financial systems, and a proven track record of developing and implementing effective internal controls, the successful incumbent will utilize their strong leadership and communications skills to manage and develop a finance team with a focus on continuous improvement and process optimization.

• CPA designation required;
  Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• 8+ years of progressive finance experience
• 3+ years leadership experience
• Strong knowledge of Canadian not‑for‑profit accounting standards considered an asset
• Experience with Financial Edge NXT or similar systems
• Proven ability to deliver insights and drive process improvements

It is expected that the starting salary for this position will be in the range of $120,000 to $130,000, aligned with the successful candidate's experience and skill set.

It is expected that interviewing will take place over the summer and the anticipated start date will be sometime in September.

Calgary Health Foundation is a nonprofit organization raising funds to advance healthcare. For 30 years, donor generosity has fueled progress, transformed care, and shaped healthier futures. At Calgary Health Foundation we find opportunities to work with donors, medical specialists, community partners, and the public to invest in innovation across the entire healthcare system, all with the goal of offering patients quicker recoveries, improved health outcomes, and a better quality of life.