The Salvation Army in Canada
The Salvation Army in Canada
The Salvation Army in Canada is a Christian charitable organization serving vulnerable people and communities through practical support and community-based programs. Its work includes food assistance, housing and shelters, social services, healthcare-related support, and emergency disaster response. The organization also engages volunteers to help deliver services and strengthen local communities across Canada and internationally.

Associate Director of Finance - Canada Remote

Lead budgeting, forecasting, compliance, and financial reporting for The Salvation Army in Canada. Advise leaders and support donor-funded programs through financial analysis and oversight.

Description

  • Lead annual budget development, monitoring, and forecasting for major Ministry Units and territorial departments.
  • Assess financial results, budget variances, and reporting packages to surface risks, trends, and priority issues for senior leaders and department stakeholders.
  • Advance long-term financial planning through forecasting, funding analysis, and guidance on financial sustainability.
  • Verify that project budgets, spending, and financial reports comply with Canada Revenue Agency requirements and internal policies.
  • Evaluate project progress, funding commitments, and financial results to ensure resources and organizational obligations are adequately addressed.
  • Offer financial guidance, training, expertise, and consultative support to leaders and project teams.
  • Partner with internal teams and external contacts, including auditors, funders, vendors, and service providers.
  • Prepare and supervise complex financial transactions, journal entries, payment approvals, and related financial activities.
  • Help improve business processes and enhance financial systems.
  • Support donor-funded work through financial analysis, funding oversight, stakeholder presentations, and special projects.

Requirements

  • Post-secondary degree or diploma in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related discipline, with a minimum three-year program; comparable education and experience may be considered.
  • At least five years of progressively responsible experience in finance, accounting, budgeting, financial analysis, or a related area.
  • Practical expertise in financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, and financial controls.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving ability, including risk identification, option assessment, and solution development.
  • Excellent communication and relationship-building skills, with the ability to advise and support varied stakeholders.
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively while handling competing priorities and meeting deadlines.
  • Highly organized and detail-oriented, with a focus on accuracy, customer service, and continuous improvement.
  • Demonstrated integrity, professionalism, adaptability, sound judgment, and comfort working with complex financial information and differing reporting standards.

Benefits

  • Remote work arrangement
  • Reasonable accommodation available upon request

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