Finance Manager

WHO WE ARE:
The Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Ottawa–Cornwall is an archdiocese that includes part of the Province of Ontario and the suffragan dioceses of Hearst, Pembroke and Timmins.  On 6 May 2020, Pope Francis amalgamated the Archdiocese of Ottawa and the Diocese of Alexandria-Cornwall to create the Archdiocese of Ottawa–Cornwall.  The Archdiocese of Ottawa-Cornwall is a religious, non-for-profit organization that serves 525,387 Catholics in 127 parishes.

SUMMARY: 
The Finance Manager will oversee the day-to-day accounting and finance operations and will report directly to the Chief Financial Officer and will work out of our Ottawa office located at 1209 Michael St. The Accounts Payable Officer, Accounts Receivable Officer and Finance Officer will report directly to the Finance Manager.
 
RESPONSABILITIES AND TASKS:

1. Responsibility: General

• Oversee the day-to-day accounting and finance operations including accounts payable, accounts receivable, general accounting, loans, special projects accounting, capital asset tracking, cash management, and the management of internal controls.
• Complete the monthly Balance Sheet reconciliation for all funds to ensure all postings have been completed and accounts are up to date.
• Review and approve the payments to vendors 
• Review and approve all adjusting entries required for all funds
• Manage all finance review including all filings with the government agencies.
• Prepare all relevant financial reports to the CFO on a monthly, quarterly or annual basis
• Ensure all deadlines, internal or external, including regulatory filings, are met on a timely basis.
• With the assistance of the CFO, manage the finance review of the annual external auditor, which includes the consolidation of Financial Statements
• Assist the CFO with any ad-hoc requests
• Supervise and assist in the development and maintenance of accounting files and records.

2. Responsibility: Staff Management

• Provide training, coaching, and mentoring to direct reporting employees regularly and as necessary.
• Monitor employees’ timesheets: Review and approve leaves related to professional development or vacation, as well as sick leaves and leave of absence requests, in accordance with policies.

• A university degree in a relevant field (commerce, business)
• Minimum 5 years of progressive experience in a similar role
• A Canadian professional accounting designation (CPA) in good standing.
• Complete understanding of the audit process.
• Broad and in-depth knowledge of financial practices, policies and procedures including an appropriate concentration in operational planning and problem solving.
• Experience in the charitable or not-for-profit sector would be considered an asset.
• Successful track record of supervising and collaborating with staff in a manner that is flexible and supportive yet ensures accountability.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills. Bilingual French and English preferred. If not bilingual, must be willing to take language English or French courses during the employment period if requested
• Ability to work independently or in a team environment, with strong interpersonal skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office including Excel and Word.
• Proficiency with the use of accounting software such as Sage 50, Sage 300 and other.
• Proficiency in adopting new technological tools to achieve organizational objectives.
• Demonstrate time management skills
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize tasks with conflicting deadlines and demands
• High level of integrity and excellent work ethic
• Knowledge of the workings of the Roman Catholic Church is an asset.
• Recent Enhanced Police Information Check processed by the Archdiocese.

• Full time: 37.5 hours per week
• Permanent Contract,
• Extended periods of sitting,
• Work in an office environment with individual workstations,
• 1209 Michael Street, Ottawa

• Health and Dental Benefits after 3 months,
• Pension Plan after 6 months,
• Casual work environment,
• Free parking,
• Closure for Christmas celebrations.

HOW TO APPLY
Send a cover letter and resume indicating your name and the position title in the subject line of your email to recruitment@archottawa.ca. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

NOTE
Under section 24(1)(a) of the Ontario Human Rights Code, the Archdiocese of Ottawa-Cornwall has the right to give preference in employment to Roman Catholic applicants.

APPLICATION DEADLINE : Open until a candidate is hired