Join Us at Carey — A Place of Renewal, Rigor, and ConvictionSituated on the beautiful UBC campus in Vancouver, Carey has served students, churches, and Christian leaders for over six decades. Today, Carey is entering a focused and ambitious season of renewal—strengthening its mission, modernizing its operations, and building a resilient platform for long-term growth across education, hospitality, and community life.Carey operates as an integrated faith-based organization across three mission-aligned business units:Carey Theological College — an online-first, biblically faithful, historically Protestant seminary with global reachStudent Residences — forming intentional Christian community through hospitality, housing, and shared lifeCarey Centre (Hotel) — a mission-aligned hospitality operation that supports Carey's sustainability and campus presenceThis is not a traditional institutional workplace. Carey is rebuilding with the clarity, urgency, and adaptability of a startup, while remaining grounded in theological conviction and institutional integrity. We are restoring trust, strengthening systems, and laying foundations for sustainable growth across all three business units.We are looking for those who are battle-tested—both professionally and personally. People who do not drift when things are unclear, who can hold conviction under pressure, and who are energized by the hard, often unseen work of rebuilding systems, processes, and culture. This is a place for builders, not maintainers.Roles at Carey are not static. They are designed for those who can bring order to complexity, steward responsibility faithfully, and help modernize systems in service of mission. If you are energized by meaningful work, operational clarity, and thoughtful transformation, we invite you to consider this opportunity.Position SummaryThe Controller is responsible for the accuracy, integrity, and reliability of Carey Group's financial operations and reporting. This role oversees day-to-day accounting, statutory compliance, internal controls, and financial reporting across Carey's three business units: the College, Student Residences, and Carey Centre (Hotel).The Controller plays a key supporting role in Carey's financial and digital transformation, contributing to the documentation, modernization, and improvement of financial processes. Working closely with the Director of Operations & Finance and other stakeholders, the Controller helps implement new technologies, supports automation initiatives,



and ensures that financial systems and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) are aligned, documented, and consistently followed.This is a hands-on, accountability-driven role suited to someone comfortable operating in a fast-paced, evolving environment while strengthening discipline, compliance, and operational clarity .Key Responsibilities1. Financial Operations & AccountingOwn full-cycle accounting operations, including:General ledgerAccounts payable and receivablePayroll coordination and reconciliationBank and balance sheet reconciliationsLead accurate and timely month-end and year-end close processesMaintain an auditable chart of accounts aligned to Carey Group's operating structureOversee deferred revenue recognition (tuition, residence fees, hotel revenue)This is a hands-on role and includes direct responsibility for day-to-day bookkeeping activities as required. As Carey's systems and processes mature, this role will help inform when and how transactional work may be appropriately delegated, while retaining accountability for accuracy and control.2. Statutory Compliance & Remittances (Critical)Primary responsibility for all statutory remittances, including:GST/PST filings and paymentsPension contributionsMaintain CRA account access and filing authorityEnsure all filings are accurate, timely, and fully documentedCoordinate with external advisors (tax, payroll, benefits) as required3. Audit, Charity Compliance & External ReportingLead preparation for the annual financial audit, including audit schedules, documentation, and auditor coordinationPrepare and/or oversee submission of the T3010 Registered Charity Information ReturnEnsure compliance with charitable reporting requirements and restricted fund trackingSupport Board, Audit, and Finance Committee reportingProduce accurate and timely:Monthly financial statementsBudget vs. actual reportsCash flow forecastsSupport the development, documentation, and maintenance of SOPs for all key financial processes, including:Month-end and year-end closePayroll and remittancesRevenue recognitionAccounts payable and receivableAudit and charity filingsImplement and adhere to established SOPs,



ensuring consistency and complianceSupport internal control design and enforcement to mitigate financial and operational riskServe as the day-to-day financial systems owner across:QuickBooksPopuliPayroll, pension, and payment platforms (i.E Rippling, Canada Life)Support Carey's digital transformation and automation efforts by:Helping implement automated financial workflowsReducing manual processes and reconciliation gapsSupporting adoption of new financial tools and technologiesPartner with operations and technology stakeholders to ensure systems and processes remain aligned6. Budgeting, Forecasting & Financial Planning SupportSupport annual budgeting and reforecasting processesAssist with cost allocation across Carey's business unitsSupport financial modeling and scenario planningMonitor performance and flag risks, variances, or structural issues early7. Cross-Functional CollaborationWork closely with:SVP of Operations & FinancePresident's OfficeAdvancement & Communications (donations and restricted funds)Hospitality and Residence leadershipProvide clear, practical financial information to non-financial leadersSupport leadership and Board decision-making through accurate reportingAs Carey grows, this role may support the onboarding, coordination, or supervision of future accounting or finance support roles, as appropriate.Qualifications & ExperienceEducation & CredentialsCPA designation (or near completion strongly preferred)Professional Experience7+ years of progressive accounting experienceExperience supporting annual audits and external reviewsExperience preparing or overseeing T3010 charitable tax filingsStrong knowledge of Canadian payroll, tax, and remittance requirementsExperience in fast-paced startups, scale-ups, or technology-enabled environmentsExperience working with accounting systems such as QuickBooks (or similar)Preferred ExperienceExperience supporting financial system modernization or automation initiativesExperience in higher education, non-profits, or multi-entity organizationsExposure to tuition-based, hospitality, or housing revenue modelsThis is a full-time position based at Carey Group on the UBC campus in Vancouver, BC.Salary range: $95,000 – $120,000 per year, commensurate with experience and qualifications.Carey offers:Paid vacationExtended health and dental benefitsA flexible, hybrid work environment with regular on-campus collaboration expecte dThe opportunity to contribute meaningfully to an institution undergoing renewal and growth

📌 Controller (Vancouver)
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