About Stepped Care Solutions
We are a mission-driven company and the creators of SC2.0 - a transformative model that fundamentally reimagines mental health systems. We are dedicated to collaborating with organizations and communities to guide the design and implementation of accessible, flexible, culturally relevant, and high-quality mental health and wellness resources and services. Our team is globally recognized for their leadership in transforming mental health systems, their clinical expertise, and their proficiency in implementation science.

Our unique advantage stems from our deep knowledge and extensive experience in applying the SC2.0 model to complex system transformations. We challenge the usual mental health medical model by helping organizations develop person-centric systems focused on empowerment and decision-making control for service users.

We embrace a holistic and synergistic approach to mental health care, acknowledging the abundance of healing resources that lead to access, equity, and flexibility in mental health systems. We believe in the importance of incorporating informal services and peer support, valuing a diverse range of expertise to create a comprehensive and effective system.

At Stepped Care Solutions, our actions are shaped by three core values that drive us toward our vision of Wellbeing Everywhere:

• Mission First - We commit to prioritizing the SCS mission, while embracing challenges and constantly improving our processes. Our team stays updated with best practices, ensuring efficient and effective support for colleagues and clients.

• Better Together - We recognize the power of collaboration and value diverse ideas and perspectives. Our team checks in with one another, offers assistance, and provides direct, gracious feedback, appreciating each member’s strengths and contributions.

• Context Matters - We understand the importance of considering the bigger picture and contextual backdrop for informed decision-making. Our team adopts a holistic approach, going beyond isolated details, to consider the broad impact of our choices.

Position Summary

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Financial Controller to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have a CPA designation or be in the process of obtaining one, with a solid foundation of at least 5 years of accounting experience. This role will involve overseeing all aspects of financial management, including accounting operations, financial reporting, and financial analysis. The successful candidate will work closely with the VP Finance & HR to ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial data while also supporting the continued growth of the organization.

Responsibilities

• Support VP Finance & HR and ensure compliance with accounting standards & internal controls

• Prepare accounting information on Xero to assist in the preparation of financial statements

• Enter all GL transactions and ensure integrity of the GL, including journal entries, account reconciliations and closing processes 

• Balance and reconcile Asset and Liability accounts in GL

• Conduct bank reconciliations and other balance sheet recons

• Analyse actuals to approved budget and provide preliminary variance explanations

• Process invoices from HUBDOC and manage payments for consultants and contractors, ensuring accuracy and timely execution

• Manage corporate credit cards and supporting receipts

• Manage the organization's Expense Reimbursement process on Xero Expenses, ensuring that financial rules are followed

• Update databases on Xero and ZOHO as required

• Manage Accounts Payables and the weekly AP process and payable setup on RBC Express

• Manage Accounts Receivables and ensure the AR outstanding is current

• Support Business Development and Service Revenue teams to develop quotes and invoices to record revenues and manage accounts receivables

• Support grant application process with corporation-specific information

• Provide financial analysis and reports for internal stakeholders to support decision-making processes.

• Assist with audit preparation

• Assist with the annual budget process  

• Assist in the preparation of federal, provincial and local HST tax returns

• Keep an organized file system of all documents related to finance on the shared Google Drive as well as Xero

• Undertake accounting administration duties for the finance team as may be required

• Manage the capture and presentation of tax information on Xero and relevant tax preparation forms for T4’s, T4A’s and 1096/1099’s.
  

Education and Experience

• CPA designation or in the process of obtaining CPA (or equivalent)

• A Bachelor’s degree in accounting or business-related field

• 5 years of experience working in a similar or related position. 

• Proficiency in:

• Google Suite (Docs, Sheets, Drive, etc.) to facilitate collaboration and streamline workflow.

• Familiarity with ADP Team Pay, EZ Labour, Xero Accounting & HUBDOC

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities 

• Ability to work effectively in a remote environment and to manage and prioritize multiple projects and meet deadlines

• Ability to work independently with a high level of motivation and creativity

• Strong analytical abilities

• Excellent judgment and time management skills in prioritizing and organizing workload to ensure completion of tasks within tight deadlines

• Full understanding of compliance and regulations

• Ability to work flexibly and collaboratively as well as take on a variety of tasks as a member of a small team

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English

• Strong computer literacy and administrative skills

• Exceptional attention to detail and talent for accuracy and precision

• Critical thinking skills and the ability to research and understand legal and financial implications

• Ability to handle sensitive financial data with discretion and integrity

Working Conditions  

• Work remotely from anywhere in Canada with the ability to support the core business hours, our team maximizes technology to work collaboratively with others.

• The salary offered will be proportional with experience, ranging from $90,000 to $115,000/year for the successful candidate. 

• Full, competitive benefits, SCS has a flexible work environment with generous vacation time.

• Future travel may be required.

• No two days are alike. We are a passionate group of people who are invested in change, continuous improvement, and transforming mental health systems!

Workplace Diversity, Inclusion & Equality
SCS is committed to fostering a diverse inclusive culture. Consistent with our stepped care philosophy we believe in the unique contributions that people can bring in terms of their education, opinions, culture, ethnicity, race, sex, gender identity and expression, nation of origin, age, languages spoken, veteran’s status, color, religion, disability, sexual orientation and beliefs.

Accessibility
SCS welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities.  Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.  If you are a person with a disability and require accommodation during the process, please contact HR at  

A final note

You do not need to match every listed expectation to apply for this position. Here at SCS, we know that diverse perspectives foster the innovation we need to be successful, and we are committed to building a team that encompasses a variety of backgrounds, experiences, and skills.