Healthcare Finance Senior Manager, Accounts Payable & Strategy Planning

JobStudio; Outram; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Nova Scotia is seeking a Healthcare Finance Senior Manager to shape financial strategy and lead accounts payable. The ideal candidate will have at least 7 years of finance leadership experience, including 4 years in senior management. Key responsibilities include overseeing financial processes and driving budgeting and financial planning initiatives. Proficiency in SAP and strong communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• 7 – 9 years of progressive finance leadership experience.
• At least 4 years in senior management roles.
• Experience in large corporate firms or healthcare industry preferred.

Responsibilities

• Set the strategic vision for finance operations.
• Oversee end-to-end accounts payable processes.
• Lead process re-engineering and automation projects.
• Establish internal controls and governance frameworks.
• Drive budgeting and financial planning processes.

Skills

Accounts Payable management

Financial planning

Budgeting

Communication skills

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Bachelor Degree in Accountancy

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Office

Job description

Healthcare Finance Senior Manager, Accounts Payable & Strategy Planning

Job Summary: This senior leadership role will be pivotal in shaping the organisation’s financial strategy, overseeing core functions including accounts payable, costing, management accounting, and corporate governance. You will provide strategic direction, ensure robust financial controls, and lead transformative initiatives that optimise operational efficiency, enhance financial performance, and drive sustainable growth.

What you'll be doing

• Set the strategic vision for finance operations, aligning accounts payable, costing, and management accounting with organisational goals.
• Oversee end-to-end accounts payable processes, ensuring accuracy, efficiency, compliance, and strong working capital management.
• Lead process re-engineering, automation projects, and system integrations to elevate operational performance.
• Establish and maintain robust internal controls and governance frameworks to meet corporate policies, accounting standards, and statutory requirements.
• Drive the annual budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes to support strategic decision‑making.
• Provide senior leadership with insightful financial analyses, variance reports, and scenario modelling to influence business strategy.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional leaders to assess financial implications of initiatives, identify cost optimisation opportunities, and support business growth.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a high‑performing finance team, fostering a culture of excellence, accountability, and innovation.

What we're looking for

• Bachelor Degree level in Accountancy.
• 7 – 9 years of progressive finance leadership experience, with at least 4 years in senior management roles.
• Proven track record in Accounts Payable management, budgeting, financial planning, and strategic decision support.
• Experience in large corporate firms and/ or healthcare industry strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to lead large teams, drive transformation, and influence senior stakeholders.
• Exceptional communication, presentation, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Proficiency in SAP and Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Interested applicants, kindly furnish us with your full and detailed resume in MS Word format and click "Apply Now" button.

We regret to inform only shortlisted candidates will be notified. Applicants who do not possess necessary experience or qualification will still be considered on individual merits and may be contacted for other opportunities.