Manager, Finance

Avanti Software Inc.; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 47,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Learning & development

Discount offers & perks

Employee recognition program

Inclusive workplace

Job summary

Community Living Mississauga is seeking a Finance Manager to lead accounting and finance support under the Director of Finance. This role ensures timely and accurate reporting to funding stakeholders and supports the annual budget and audit processes.

The ideal candidate will bring a university degree in accounting/finance, 3+ years of management experience, and familiarity with nonprofit financial reporting. CPA designation is a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in accounting/finance/business administration.
• CPA designation is an asset and preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years of management/supervisory experience in finance.

Responsibilities

• Oversee accounting and finance support for the organization.
• Prepare internal and external reports for funding stakeholders.
• Assist in annual budget development and month-end close processes.
• Ensure compliance with applicable laws and organizational policies.

Education

University degree in Accounting/Finance/Business Administration

CPA designation (asset)

Job description

Community Living Mississauga has been a source of support for people who have an intellectual disability since 1955. Community Living Mississauga provides a variety of supports and services to people who have an intellectual disability, including: residential supports, employment resources, community engagement, Supported Independent Living, respite, and various day support options. Our mission is to provide support to people to ensure their quality of life in the community is meaningfully improved, promoting inclusion and independence.

For more information about Community Living Mississauga, we invite you to visit our website at www.clmiss.ca.

Location Proximity

Description of Position

Compensation: $ 78,657.87
Vacancy Type: Current/Existing Vacancy
Permanent, Full-time
The Community Living Manager, Finance is responsible for the overall accounting and finance support for Community Living Mississauga. Working under the guidance of the Director of Finance, this position is responsible for ensuring accounting support is being provided while ensuring compliance with all applicable regional and provincial laws.

Description of Duties

• Completes essential job duties thoroughly in a timely manner as per established target dates.
• Remains current and informed regarding broader organizational information
• Interprets Basic Assurances and Shared Values data and develops actions plans where required.
• Analyze financial information – expense, revenue cash flow, salary/FTE and prepare internal and external reporting (reporting to various funding stakeholders)
• Prepare working papers, schedules, and other information for the annual audit, and handle audit inquiries
• Works diligently to create strong team-based cultures within staffing groups by way of establishing team norms, goal planning, regularly planned meeting, effective communication strategies and conflict resolution skills
• Assist in the maintenance of the annual budget
• Preparing month-end journal entries and maintaining monthly account reconciliations
• Review weekly cheques / EFT to ensure payment information has been processed correctly
• Ensures the scheduling of staff under area of responsibility meets all legislative and Collective Agreement requirements as applicable to area of supports.
• Knowledgeable of all applicable legislation/policies and consistently applies and enforces and seeks assistance where unclear or required from Director or Human Resources Department.
• Establish and maintain partnerships as identified by the organization.
• Participates in budget development and manages budget expenditures of all assigned cost centres to ensure effective use of all resources and fiscal accountability.
• Identifies staff performance issues in a timely manner and utilizes all resources to address
• Maintains G/L account structure & integrity & updates management of changes
• Demonstrates effective use of technology
• Proactively develop and support a culture of high-quality financial records management practice amongst agency employees
• Confer with and monitor peers and other areas to ensure compliance with policies, procedures, practices and records for financial management and retention
• Liaise with administrative and Information Technology employees on financial information and records management
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Have an understanding and appreciation of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) principles and expected to support Community Living Mississauga’s commitment to DEI by demonstrating respect for diverse people and contributing to an inclusive culture where everyone can connect, belong, and grow.

Qualifications

• A recognized University degree in Accounting, Finance, and Business Administration preferred
• CPA Designation considered as an asset
• A minimum of 3 years of management/supervisory or leadership experience preferred
• Demonstrated ability to apply leadership, effective negotiation and delegation skills
• Prior experience working within a non-profit or charitable organization financial department with MCCSS reporting experience considered an asset.
• Previous experience working or volunteering with people who have an intellectual disability
• Excellent analytical, interpersonal and communication skills (oral and written)
• Proficient with PC computer environment; MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.)
• Experience with Accounting Systems such as Sage ERP considered an asset
• Fluent in French (or additional second languages) an asset

Additional Information

Community Living Mississauga is a leader in providing support to people who have an intellectual disability. You will be joining a diverse, inclusive and passionate team of employees who are dedicated to making a meaningful difference in the lives of people. We offer:

• The opportunity to make a meaningful difference in someone's life.
• On-going learning and career development opportunities.
• Access to exclusive discount offers and savings on entertainment, travel, attractions, shopping, health, wellness, sports and more.
• Employee Recognition and Rewards Programs.
• Friendly, respectful, supportive and inclusive work environment.

Community Living Mississauga values inclusivity and diversity in the workplace. We welcome and encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds. We are committed to providing accessible employment practices, including accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act.

While we thank all applicants, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Any information obtained during the course of recruitment will be used for employment recruitment purposes only, and not for any other purpose.

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