Accounting Supervisor - TERM position

The Chartered Professional Accountants Of Manitoba; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The St. James-Assiniboia School Division is seeking an Accounting Supervisor for a full-time term position. The role involves overseeing accounts payable, auditing, and financial reporting. Applicants should hold a Bachelor’s degree and have accounting experience. Join a diverse and inclusive workplace where your contributions are valued.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of related experience in accounting, finance, or audit.
• Knowledge of PSAB, CPA Canada Handbook, GAAP, and regulatory compliance.
• Supervisory experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversees accounts payable and accounting functions.
• Performs internal audits for school locations.
• Prepares financial statements, working papers, and reconciliations.

Skills

Accounting

Financial Analysis

Supervisory Skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Business or Finance

Completion of CPA PEP core modules

Job description

ST. JAMES-ASSINIBOIA SCHOOL DIVISION

“Great Schools for Growing and Learning”

ACCOUNTING SUPERVISOR

Full-time (100%) TERM position – End date TBD

To oversee and ensure the successful delivery of the Division’s accounts payable and accounting functions including school audits, compilation, consolidation and analysis of divisional financial data.

Main Duties and Responsibilities:

· Supervises Accounts Payable Staff.

· Performs internal audit reviews for school locations and parent council organizations.

· Performs analysis on school fund financial records and prepares financial statements, working papers and reconciliations in accordance with Financial Reporting and Accounting in Manitoba Education and Early Childhood Learning (FRAME).

· Manages and maintains user access for School Cash Online for the schools in the division.

· Manages and maintains online banking user access for Board Office, maintains signing authorities; processes inter-bank transfers and completes bank reconciliations for the operating, payroll, US dollar, International Education and capital bank accounts.

· Administers project grant funds, submits claims, and completes financial reporting.

· Reviews all cheque registers and supporting documentation.

· Analyzes general ledger accounts for accuracy and prepares adjusting journal entries as required.

· Reviews and authorizes payrolls and/or assists in the completion of payrolls as required.

· Reviews and authorizes travel advance expenditures and car mileage claims.

· Ensures the secure processing of incoming revenue for bank deposits, verifies deposit accuracy, and supports the processing of bank deposits related to the International Student and Continuing Education Program.

· Assists the finance department with budget development and audit processes.

· Attends various Divisional Committee meetings.

· Assumes other responsibilities as required

Qualifications:

· Bachelor’s Degree in Business or Finance;

· Completion of the CPA PEP two core modules or equivalent;

· Minimum of 2 years related experience in an accounting, finance, or audit role;

· Knowledge of PSAB, CPA Canada Handbook, GAAP, GST and PST regulations;

· Supervisory experience, knowledge of Canadian payroll procedures and FRAME would be considered assets;

Application must be made no later than Monday, June 16, 2025 at 4:00 p.m. to:

Director, Human Resources

St. James-Assiniboia School Division

2574 Portage Avenue, Winnipeg, MB R3J 0H8

Email: [e-mail]

All applicants are thanked for their interest; however only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Employment is contingent upon the provision of clear Criminal Record and Child Abuse Registry checks.

The St. James-Assiniboia School Division is proud to employ staff who represent the diverse community it serves and is committed to providing an inclusive and barrier free work environment. We value diversity in our workplace; hence, we invite and encourage applications from people that self-identify as members of designated groups (Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, members of a visible minority, and women).

If you need to be accommodated during any phase of the hiring process, please contact Human Resources to request special accommodation. All information received relating to accommodation will be kept confidential.