About the organization:

The Vancouver Chinatown Foundation is a registered charity founded in 2011 to honour a culture and community established in Vancouver more than 100 years ago. The organization is characterized by a spirit of entrepreneurship, innovation and a passion to help the revitalization of Chinatown, one of Canada’s most iconic neighborhoods and the historic heart of Vancouver.

 As part of our mission to build a more resilient and inclusive community, VCF has initiated four (4) major projects including 58 West Hastings, the Chinatown Storytelling Centre, the May Wah Hotel, and Chinatown Vintage.  58 West Hastings is the largest project to date, the 10-storey building will include 230 social housing units operated by S.U.C.C.E.S.S. and a 50,000-square-foot integrated health centre operated by Vancouver Coastal Health.  58 WH will provide safe and affordable housing, healthcare services, and a community partnership program focused on Life Skills, Health & Wellness, and Experiences. The Chinatown Storytelling Centre is a purpose-built cultural space that celebrates stories of the Chinese Canadian experience told through the lens of Vancouver's Chinatown. The May Wah Hotel is a SRO providing affordable social housing in Chinatown. Lastly, the Chinatown Vintage store, is a social enterprise – a treasure trove of gently used merchandise that includes women’s clothing and accessories where 100% of all profits go towards the revitalization of Chinatown.

 The Role

Through the success and growth of these capital projects, VCF is seeking a Controller to lead the design and process implementation of the full accounting functions across the above mentioned four(4)projects.

The main responsibilities include:

●      Design and implement full accounting processes and procedures for each project sector

●      Performing full cycle accounting duties including reconciliation, accounts payable and receivable and payroll

●      Lead the annual audit and work collaboratively with the auditors to ensure the processes and internal controls are in line with policy guidelines

●      Liaise with the project teams overseeing the financial analysis and reporting for large scale capital projects

●      Provide operational and financial strategic insight on future investments and capital expenditure

●      Primary oversight of the full accounting function with a future opportunity to manage, grow and supervise a team of administrative staff as the need arises

●      Provide reporting and analysis to the Finance Committee and Treasurer

●      Build valuable relationships with internal and external stakeholders

 Qualifications

In order to be successful we are looking for:

●      Over 5+ years of experience in a similar role. Experience in non-profit organizations would be advantageous.

●      CPA designation in good standing

●      Strong track record in managing financials and implementing processes for large scale capital projects

●      Fluency in Cantonese is considered a strong asset

●      A passion for making a difference in the Chinatown community

●      Strong ability to work in a fast paced, changing environment where you will be required to “think outside the box”

Please apply to Raymond@gorecruitment.com or txt him at 778-869-9268 if you have any questions.