Assistant Manager Finance

Hays; Kemptville; Hybrid; CAD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Assistant Manager of Finance to lead the Finance and Payroll departments. This role offers a hybrid work schedule, excellent benefits, and 5+ weeks of vacation. You will oversee payroll operations, collaborate with various teams, and ensure compliance with financial regulations. If you have a strong background in finance, leadership skills, and a passion for client service, this position is a fantastic opportunity to make a significant impact in the education sector.

Benefits

5+ weeks vacation

Excellent benefits package

Flexible work hours

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in a computerized financial environment.
• Supervisory experience in a unionized environment.
• Thorough understanding of business processes for internal controls.

Responsibilities

• Provide oversight and leadership to Payroll and Finance departments.
• Collaborate with teams to support payroll functions.
• Assist in preparing the Board’s annual budget estimates.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Time Management

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving

Education

University degree in Commerce or Business Administration

CPA designation

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Financial Software

Job description

This range is provided by Hays. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Recruitment Specialist at Hays | Accounting & Finance

JOB SUMMARY

Under the direction of the Manager of Finance, the Assistant Manager of Finance provides leadership and direction to the Finance and Payroll departments of the Board. This position offers an excellent benefits package, 5+ weeks vacation, a hybrid work schedule with flexible hours, and more!

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Provide oversight and leadership to two operating areas with varying duties and focuses: Payroll and Finance.
2. Collaborate with the Finance team, Human Resources, and Payroll Officers to support payroll functions.
3. Responsible for payroll forecasting, variance reporting, and bi-weekly updates to the Manager of Finance regarding potential concerns.
4. Handle Sick Leave Benefit Reporting (SBT) for year-end financials and absence studies.
5. Assist in preparing the Board’s annual budget estimates, revised estimates, and financial statements in accordance with PSAB standards, including understanding and applying Grants for Student Needs and Responsive Education Programs (REP) grants.
6. Review department budgets.
7. Supervise daily payroll and accounting activities, ensuring compliance with policies and procedures.
8. Develop and monitor internal controls for accounting and purchasing processes, ensuring transactions comply with legislation, Ministry protocols, and Board policies.
9. Assist senior staff, managers, and employees with financial data analysis, report production, training, and communication.
10. Perform other duties as assigned, consistent with the job summary and responsibilities.

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Five years of related experience in a computerized financial environment, including two years in a leadership role.
2. University degree in Commerce, Business Administration, or related field.
3. CPA designation (formerly CGA, CMA, or CA).
4. Supervisory experience in a unionized environment.
5. Excellent interpersonal, communication, presentation, and negotiation skills, with a commitment to client service.
6. Strong time management and organizational skills, with the ability to work under pressure.
7. Thorough understanding of business processes for developing internal controls and procedures.
8. Proficiency with GAAP and PSAB accounting standards.
9. Advanced skills in financial and purchasing software, including Microsoft Word, Excel, databases, and email.
10. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and conflict resolution skills.

Additional Information

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Accounting/Auditing
• Industries: Education

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