Manager, Finance (2024-1563)

Carewest Innovative Health Care; Calgary; On-site; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading healthcare provider in Calgary as a Finance Manager. You will oversee financial systems and reporting, ensuring quality care for clients. The role requires strong leadership and financial analysis skills, along with the ability to foster collaboration within the team. Carewest values compassion and commitment, making it a rewarding place to work.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of direct management experience leading a finance team.
• Experience in budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage the finance function at Carewest.
• Establish and sustain productive relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

Skills

Financial Analysis

Leadership

Communication

Problem Solving

Attention to Detail

Education

Professional accounting designation (CPA)

Related university degree

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Teams

Job description

Here’s your chance to be a part of our story! Carewest is one of Calgary’s leaders in exceptional care and we are looking for passionate helpers to join our team.

At Carewest, our mission is to support all clients in maintaining their quality of life as they transition through their health care journey. Our core values of Caring, Relationships, Excellence, Accountability and Teamwork guide how we provide care to those who need it the most.

With a strong focus on delivering quality care & safety to our residents & clients we strive to attract innovative thinkers looking for a rewarding career.

Help us make a difference and connect with us today!

Position Details : Regular Full-time Location : Southport, Finance BW Hours : 77.50 FTE : 1.00 Shift : Days Union : Non-union Shift Times : 0800-1615

Rate of Pay : $48.09 - $63.11 PCN : 10AdFin005

Position Summary :

Reporting to the Director of Finance, this position will oversee and manage the finance function at Carewest. This role has responsibility for the overall development, integrity and promotion of sound financial systems including, but not limited to, financial reporting, processes, budgeting, variance analysis, policies, and analysis to support informed decision making in the organization. The Manager will have direct reporting responsibility for some members of the finance team, fostering a collaborative environment to support efficient and effective financial processes.

The Manager is expected to establish and sustain productive relationships internally in the organization, as well as externally with AHS Finance, Alberta Health (and the newly formed Assisted Living Alberta organization), Veteran Affairs Canada, and the Calgary Health Foundation. The Manager plays a leadership role within the Carewest and regularly advises operational leadership and Executive on financial strategy and risk.

The Manager is a team player who is willing to learn, adapt, engage, and lead opportunities that help Carewest achieve organizational excellence, accountability, and supports Carewest’s culture of quality through unwavering commitment to customer service.

Qualifications :

• Professional accounting designation (CPA) with a related university degree required, as well as at least 5 years of direct management experience leading a team of finance professionals.

Skills & Experience :

• In addition to the above qualification, the ideal candidate will possess most of the following skills, experience and knowledge :
• 5 years of extensive experience in various accounting functions including budgeting, forecasting and financial analysis
• Supervisory experience and proven ability to provide direction and leadership to staff
• Strong aptitude for financial analysis and accurate reporting
• Advanced knowledge of complex accounting principles related to Public Sector Accounting Standards is preferred, but not required
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to high data quality
• Ability to balance multiple priorities in order to meet deadlines
• Interest in leading improvement projects, applying problem solving techniques and readily adapt to changes in a complex environment
• Experience in a healthcare environment is preferred, or evidence that similar experience gained in other complex environments that could be applied to healthcare
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills and ability to interact with staff of all levels, including at the executive level
• Ability to work with business areas to understand business requirements and develop solutions and explain / translate financial concepts to non-financial stakeholders
• Proficient in Microsoft applications including Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

About Carewest :

We select dedicated people just like you to care for our clients, those who offer compassion, knowledge and commitment to the treatment, progress, outcomes and lives of our clients. We are motivated to employ individuals who are passionate about what they do and, are naturally driven to uphold our client-centered approach, contribute to best-practice solutions and a desire to take their careers to the next level within Carewest.

We are one of Canada’s largest public healthcare providers of complex continuing care, rehabilitation and recovery services, and a wide variety of community programs for both seniors and others requiring specialized care. With 13 locations across Calgary and a team of over 3000 employees, we offer a diverse, interdisciplinary, and expert community of health care professionals. Our innovative practices allow for optimal opportunities to learn, grow, and excel with us.

Successful applicants not currently working for Carewest will need to provide a suitable police records check and vulnerable sector screen. Successful applicants may need to provide immunization records for positions in certain environments. Carewest is an equal opportunity employer and values the diversity of the people and communities we serve. We are committed to attracting, engaging, and developing a diverse and inclusive workforce. For more information on Carewest, please visit our website at carewest.ca .