MANGER, FINANCE
REPORTS TO: Director, Finance
DIRECT REPORTS: Administrative Officers and/or Finance Support Staff
PAY GRID: Manager III
PHILOSOPHY
Employees in leadership and professional roles at Community Living Essex County play a vital role in advancing the Agency’s mission, vision, and values by providing strategic leadership, sound decision-making, and operational excellence that support quality services for the people and families we serve.
Our primary responsibility is to ensure that the Agency’s resources, systems, and people are aligned to deliver safe, effective, and person-centred supports. Employees in these roles are expected to model professionalism, integrity, accountability, and respect in all interactions with people supported, families, employees, community partners, and the broader community.
We believe in the inherent rights, strengths, potential, and contributions of every person. Through effective leadership, collaboration, and stewardship of organizational resources, employees help create an environment where people supported, employees, and communities can thrive through inclusion, belonging, and meaningful participation.
Regardless of role or department, all employees share a collective responsibility to uphold the Agency’s values of inclusion, respect, accountability, and collaboration. By fostering a culture of trust, innovation, and continuous improvement, employees contribute to the Agency’s vision of building communities where everyone belongs.
PURPOSE OF POSITION
Reporting to the Director, Finance, the Manager, Finance supports the financial operations of the Agency by coordinating accounting functions, financial reporting, budgeting, audit preparation, and administrative processes. The Manager, Finance provides day-to-day leadership within the Finance Department and assists in ensuring compliance with Agency policies, legislative requirements, and accounting standards applicable to the non-profit sector.
This role is responsible for ensuring the responsible stewardship of financial resources, supporting organizational sustainability, regulatory compliance, and informed decision-making that enables high-quality services.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Financial Management
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Assist in the preparation and monitoring of annual operating budgets.
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Prepare monthly financial reports, account reconciliations, and variance analyses.
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Support year-end audit activities and coordinate the collection of required documentation.
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Assist with the preparation of financial statements and ministry reporting requirements.
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Monitor financial controls and recommend process improvements.
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Coordinate internal financial reviews and support compliance initiatives.
Accounting Operations
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Oversee accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger, and banking activities.
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Ensure financial transactions are processed accurately and in accordance with Agency policies.
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Assist with cash flow monitoring and financial forecasting.
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Support implementation and maintenance of financial systems and accounting software.
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Review general ledger entries, bank reconciliations, and trust accounts.
Leadership and Supervision
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Provide day-to-day supervision, coaching, and support to finance and administrative staff.
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Participate in recruitment, onboarding, training, and employee success activities.
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Foster a collaborative, inclusive, and service-oriented team environment where diverse perspectives are valued and respected.
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Support employee development and succession planning within the department.
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Provide leadership, guidance, coaching, and support to employees within a unionized work environment while promoting a respectful, inclusive, psychologically safe, and collaborative workplace culture.
Administrative and Organizational Support
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Provide backup support to the Director, Finance as assigned.
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Participate in policy development, procedure reviews, and special projects.
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Support organizational initiatives related to technology, reporting, and operational efficiency.
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Ensure compliance with Agency policies, occupational health and safety requirements, and legislative obligations.
QUALIFICATIONS
Community Living Essex County recognizes that a combination of education, training, professional development, and related work experience may provide the knowledge, skills, and abilities required to successfully perform this role. An equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.
Education
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University degree or College diploma in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
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CPA designation is considered an asset.
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Candidates actively pursuing a CPA designation (CPA PEP or equivalent) are preferred.
Experience
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Minimum three (3) to five (5) years of progressive accounting or financial management experience.
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Experience preparing financial statements, budgets, and audit working papers.
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Experience in a supervisory, team lead, or project leadership role preferred.
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Experience within the non-profit, healthcare, developmental services, or broader public sector is considered an asset.
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Experience providing leadership, supervision, or coordination of employees in a unionized environment is considered an asset.
Knowledge and Skills
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Solid understanding of accounting principles and financial controls.
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Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial reporting systems.
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Experience with accounting software and enterprise systems.
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Clear analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
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Excellent interpersonal, written, verbal, and relationship building skills.
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Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
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Demonstrated leadership, coaching, and team development skills.
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Demonstrated ability to lead and support diverse teams in a unionized environment through effective communication, accountability, coaching, and employee engagement.
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Knowledge of non-profit accounting principles, government funding agreements, and ministry reporting requirements is considered an asset.
WORKING CONDITIONS
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Primarily office environment with possible occasional travel between Agency locations.
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Extended computer use and periods of concentration required.
Provides direct supervision and leadership to assigned finance and administrative employees.
Community Living Essex County is committed to fostering an inclusive, accessible, and equitable workplace. We welcome applications from individuals with diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. Accommodations are available throughout the recruitment and selection process in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and the Ontario Human Rights Code.
Please note: Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. - This is an open full time permanent position.
A satisfactory Vulnerable Sector Check, proof of a valid driver's license, and proof of automobile insurance will be required as a condition of employment.
Applications must be received not later than July 5, 2026 at 5pm
Our VISION: A community that celebrates inclusion and inspires possibilities. Our MISSION: We are committed to supporting people with an intellectual disability to achieve their goals and dreams, empowering them to flourish as full citizens who are valued in their community.
