Finance and Property Manager

The Leeds, Grenville and Lanark District Health Unit has an opportunity for a full-time (1.0 FTE) Finance and Property Manager, to work out of our Brockville Office with occasional travel to the Smiths Falls Office. This position reports to the Director of the Corporate Services Department.

The Finance and Property Manager provides leadership, expertise, and management support for all Business Office functions, including: finance, purchasing, and facilities management.

As an official signing authority for the organization, this position is responsible for ensuring internal financial controls and the development of policies and procedures that comply with generally accepted accounting principles, relevant legislation and other professional standards.

As part of the management team, the Finance and Property Manager creates a culture aligned with the mission and vision of the organization and ensures a commitment to continuous quality improvement. The Manager demonstrates Health Unit values: Integrity, Optimism, Connectedness, and Compassion.

Key Responsibilities:
Finance

• Manage the Finance team – consisting of a Purchaser, Finance Administrator, and Finance Assistant;
• Work with the Senior Leadership Team (SLT) to prepare budgets for submission to the Board of Health and provincial governments;
• Monitor the annual program budgets with monthly financial reports, including variances, for provincial and local programs with projections;
• Support management with departmental financial planning and monthly reports;
• Prepare quarterly and annual reports for the Board of Health and provincial governments;
• Coordinate the annual audit exercise.

Facilities Management

• Manage the Property team consisting of a Property Administrator and Caretakers in two Health Unit owned buildings;
• Oversee property functions, including security and safety, and vendor management;
• Develop and maintain a capital asset plan for the organization;
• Liaise with owners of all Health Unit rental properties to manage rental agreements and address any concerns regarding security and safety of Health Unit staff and clients.

Required Qualifications:

• A Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or Commerce or an equivalent combination of knowledge and experience;
• A Canadian Chartered Professional Accountant designation or legacy designations (CGA, CMA, etc.);
• A minimum of five years finance, accounting, and audit experience in the public sector;
• Proficiency in all aspects of financial management including budgeting, financial analysis and projections, reporting, and financial controls;
• Advanced working knowledge of general accounting principles and Canadian Public Sector Auditing Standards;
• Experience leading financial teams ;
• Knowledge of and/or experience in facilities management;
• Demonstrated success as a collaborator, including emotional intelligence, team building and coaching skills;
• Ability to prioritize and plan complex projects with a wide range of stakeholders in a flexible manner;
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite and advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel;
• Experience working with integrated financial accounting software;
• Excellent interpersonal, communication (verbal and written), negotiation, and problem-solving skills;
• Ability to handle sensitive issues diplomatically and confidentially;
• Ability to work independently and as an integral team member.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with Sage accounting software;
• Familiarity with Health Protection and Promotion Act and Ontario Public Health Standards and Protocols;
• Familiarity and/or experience working with Municipalities
• Financial reporting requirements for the Ministry of Health and the Ministry of Children, Community and Social Services;
• Management experience in a unionized environment;

Other Requirements:

• Immunizations in accordance with Heath Unit policy;
• Satisfactory Criminal Record Check in accordance with Health Unit policy;
• Valid Ontario Driver’s Licence and access to a vehicle.

Salary Range:
$99,863.40 to $116,953.20 annually (1.0 FTE)

Benefits:
Eligible for benefits from the first day of employment

•  OMERS defined benefit pension plan
• Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP)
• Generous time off, including self-care days
• Employer sponsored extended Health and Dental benefits
• Employer sponsored AD&D, Life Insurance and LTD
• Employee Support Programs (bring your child/dog to work, sick family time, flex time)

Hybrid work arrangements can be available after successful completion of probationary period.

Application deadline:
Applications are being accepted until 4:30 PM on Friday, November 22, 2024.

Send your resume and letter of application to jobs@healthunit.org. Please include details about your education, experience, knowledge, and skills related to the key responsibilities and qualifications outlined above. Accommodations for job applicants with a disability are available on request.

We thank all applicants for their interest in employment with our agency.
Please note that we will only contact candidates selected for an interview.

Should you require accommodation during the recruitment process, please email us at jobs@healthunit.org