Finance Officer

Ottawa Community Housing Corporation (OCH); Ottawa; Hybrid; CAD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Total rewards package

Pension plan

Job summary

Ottawa Community Housing is looking for a Finance Officer to support budgeting, reporting, financial planning and forecasting. You will report to the Manager, Financial Planning, Analysis and Reporting, and help ensure adherence to financial controls while delivering timely information to leadership.

You will prepare reports for management and the Board, maintain the Chart of Accounts, and assist with audits, cash flow monitoring, and tax filings as required.

Qualifications

• University degree or 3-year college diploma in Accounting, Commerce, Business or public administration.
• CPA designation or active progress toward CPA.
• Working knowledge of GAAP for municipal non-profit corporations.
• Strong Excel and financial planning knowledge.
• Experience with budgeting, reporting, and forecasting.

Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports for management.
• Complete procedures related to period closing and reconciliations.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning activities.
• Ensure proper accounting treatment of transactions and maintain the Chart of Accounts.
• Monitor adherence to financial controls and assist audits.
• Prepare journal entries and assist with annual tax returns and filings.
• Collaborate with the Board/Committees as required.
• Maintain confidentiality of corporate information.

Skills

Analytical skills

Financial reporting

Problem solving

Written and verbal communication

English fluency

French is an asset

Attention to detail

Education

University degree or 3-year college diploma in Accounting/Commerce/Business/public administration

CPA designation (in progress or achieved)

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Word

Outlook

Chart of Accounts knowledge

Job description

Join us at Ottawa Community Housing, where we are more than a home to about 33,000 tenants across approximately 15,500 homes. As Ottawa's largest social and affordable housing provider, ranking second-largest in Ontario and fourth-largest in Canada, we're committed to enhancing tenant well-being through partnerships with local service providers and support agencies.

At OCH, diversity and equal opportunities are at the core of our workplace culture. We strive to mirror the vibrant communities of our city and have been honoured as the National Capital Region's Top Employer every year since 2018.

Together, we're transforming tenants' lives by “providing more than a home, because we care”.

What we offer

Joining OCH means making a meaningful difference every day. We provide opportunities to positively impact your community in multiple ways. Recognizing that our employees are the cornerstone of our organization, we offer a comprehensive and competitive compensation and benefits package, flexible work options, professional development opportunities, health and wellness programs, and more.

What we seek:

OCH is currently seeking a detail-oriented Finance Officer to support the effective financial management of our organization. Under the guidance of the Manager, Financial Planning, Analysis and Reporting, the Finance Officer will participate in budgeting, reporting, financial planning, analysis and forecasting activities and supporting adherence to financial controls.

Finance Officer with OCH:

Providing quality and affordable solutions to our tenants and communities is a main objective of our organization. As a Finance Officer, you will play a key role in ensuring that we are able to bring this objective to reality. With your experience, knowledge, and skills, we will be able to continue our operation smoothly and you can witness the positive changes that we will make together in our communities.

As a Finance Officer, some of the things you will do include:

• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports for various levels of management
• Complete appropriate procedures related to period closing
• Support the development of operational, capital and other budgets and facilitate budget development for designated areas
• Ensure appropriate accounting treatment of transactions
• Maintain the Chart of Accounts
• Monitor adherence to financial controls, flag concerns and recommend improvements
• Reconcile accounts payable, accounts receivable and payroll sub-ledgers to General Ledger
• Prepare and/or authorize journal entries
• Review and perform periodic audits of expense claims
• Complete or review monthly bank, debt, and other reconciliations
• Review and verify HST returns and recovery of HST credits
• Prepare annual Income Tax return and Non-Profit Information Return
• Support funding, financing, and debt servicing activities
• Provide appropriate cash flow monitoring
• Prepare ad-hoc reports, forecasts and undertake financial analysis as required
• May be required to prepare financial reports and presentations for the Board of Directors and Committees of the Board
• Ensure appropriate confidentiality of corporate information
• Provide support to the broader Finance team as required

As a Finance Officer, you can look forward to:

• Meaningful work that improves tenant lives through safe, stable housing
• The opportunity to help build stronger, more inclusive communities across Ottawa
• A role with a purpose-driven, award-winning housing organization
• An inclusive culture where you can be your authentic self and feel you belong
• Career growth through training, mentorship, and development
• Opportunities to engage in DEI initiatives, peer programs, and volunteering
• Competitive compensation with a Total Rewards package and pension to support your health, wellbeing, and family
• Pride in contributing to work that makes a lasting difference in your city

What you bring:

Education & Experience:

A typical candidate will have the following qualifications and experience. Exceptional candidates with different qualifications will be considered at the discretion of the employer if demonstrated experience, knowledge, and ability warrant.

• University degree or three (3) year college diploma in Accounting, Commerce, Business or public administration
• A minimum of three (3) years related experience
• Must possess or be actively working towards a professional accounting designation (CPA)
• Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles and practices as applied to municipal non‑profit corporations
• Working knowledge of financial planning, cash management, and financing practices
• Knowledge of social housing and operating agreements
• Knowledge of Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and other standard corporate software

Skills and abilities:

• Strong analytical skills and problem-solving abilities
• Ability to identify and correct errors in transaction processing
• Ability to prepare and present financial reports for management and audit purposes
• Effective written and oral communication skills
• Advanced spreadsheets and database skills
• Proficient in the use of information technology such as mobile devices and computers
• Fluency in English is required
• Fluency in French is an asset

Other requirements:

• Satisfactory Criminal Records Check

Work conditions:

• This is a full-time (35 hours per week) hybrid position with on-site attendance as required.

OCH is committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities. If you require an accommodation, please notify Human Resources and we will work with you to jointly address your needs.

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