Assistant Financial Controller
Founded in 2002, the Nuclear Waste Management Organization (NWMO) is a not-for-profit organization tasked with the safe, long-term management of Canada’s intermediate- and high-level radioactive waste, in a manner that protects people and the environment for generations to come.
The NWMO has been guided for more than 20 years by a dedicated team of world-class scientists, engineers and Indigenous Knowledge Holders who are developing innovative and collaborative solutions for nuclear waste management. In 2024, the NWMO selected Wabigoon Lake Ojibway Nation (WLON)-Ignace area as the site for our Deep Geological Repository for used nuclear fuel.
This decision means our office and staff will, in the future, be relocating to Ignace, ON, and the DGR will be situated in the Wabigoon Lake Ojibway Nation-Ignace area. Infrastructure planning and development is underway to support this transition and ensure that both the community and our employees are well-served and supported now and in the future.
Assistant Financial Controller
Fulltime – One (1) Position available
Position Location: Toronto Head Office – 22 St. Clair Avenue East
OR Ignace, Ontario – 304 Main Street
Reporting to the Controller, this position is responsible for managing the organization's finance and accounting functions including internal controls, analysis, reporting and payables. It will contribute to the development and maintenance of financial reporting systems, budgeting and forecasting and will oversee month-end and year-end processes and required regulatory filings. This role will be responsible for integrating the management and administration of the NWMO Pension Plan with the broader finance and accounting initiatives and ensuring that all accounting policies and procedures are documented and followed by the organization.
Responsibilities
- Develops and supports short and longer strategies and objectives for finance and accounting functions providing advice and guidance to others involved in the interconnected and cross departmental activities associated with the projects.
- Leads regular analysis of accounting and financial records, documents, and systems to ensure accuracy and compliance with established accounting standards, internal control and governance processes and procedures.
- Oversees and manages daily accounting operations including financial transactions, accounts payable/receivable and general ledger.
- Develops and implements accounting policies and procedures to ensure accurate financial reporting.
- Develops reports, presentations and key messages to the executive team, management team and AFRC including dashboards and memos.
- Provides support on the management and administration of defined benefit pension plan to ensure alignment with Human Resources, Pension Management Committee (PMC) workplan, finance and accounting functions.
- Manages compliance with internal audits of finance and accounting activities and implementing recommendations from audit findings.
- Acts as delegate for the Controller, as required at leadership meetings and in managing finance and accounting team.
- Makes business decisions that are financially responsible, accountable, justifiable, and defensible in accordance with the NWMO’s policies and procedures.
- Plans, evaluates, and improves the efficiency of business processes and procedures to enhance quality, efficiency, and output.
- Communicates regularly with other managers, the leadership team, and other designated contacts within the NWMO to understand competing priorities.
- Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
Qualifications and Experience
- University Degree in Business Administration, or related field.
- Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) designation required, prior experience from audit firms preferred.
- 5-10 years of progressive experience in financial reporting and accounting role.
- Experience in defined benefit pension management and administration would be a strong asset.
- Broad knowledge of a public sector or project-oriented business is desirable.
- Experience in management role a plus.
Other Requirements:
- Build trusted relationships with business functions at all levels across the organization.
- Strategic partner focused on continuous improvement, building organizational capability and systemic thinking.
- Strong team player and collaborative approach, understanding that we deliver as a team.
- Detail oriented with a questioning mindset to challenge information and assumptions.
- Time management, work scheduling and ability to prioritize work.
- Excellent communication skills, including the ability to present information clearly and consistently to work effectively with senior management and external consultants.
- Strong financial skills (full understanding of P&L, Balance Sheet, project costing).
- Excellent analytical skills required to identify errors and assumptions.
- Excellent Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint skills.
- This is a management level position requiring occasional extended hours and some travel.
Other Information
Must be eligible to work in Canada and must be able to meet security clearance requirements.
Candidates residing in the Greater Toronto Area: Office Location – 22 St. Clair Avenue East until their role is required to relocate.
NWMO currently operates in a hybrid work model of 3 days in the office (Tuesdays being universal) and 2 days working from home.
We offer a competitive base salary, health care benefits, and a defined benefit pension plan.
The NWMO is committed to contributing to Reconciliation in all its work by co-creating a shared future built on rights, equity and well-being. As an employment equity employer, NWMO actively seeks Indigenous Peoples, members of visible minorities, women, people with disabilities, and additional diverse identities for our workforce. The NWMO will provide accommodation to applicants with disabilities. If you require accommodation, please contact us.