Assistant Manager - Finance

at  St Leonards Community Services

SLCS is currently seeking a Full-Time Assistant Manager of Finance. Reporting to the Director of Corporate Services in a small finance team, you will provide support and duties relating to accrual-based accounting and SLCS finances. Your responsibilities would include entering and reconciling transactions such as accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, bank statements, cheques, invoices, and housing subsidies. You will be responsible for ensuring that all of these items are processed in a timely manner and in accordance with our policies and procedures. You would also complete various month-end finance tasks, oversee the process of staff expense reimbursements, manage a petty cash float, as well as preparing and inputting data that will flow into the monthly and quarterly financial reports. You will also assist in the preparation and monitoring of the annual budget as well as the annual audit. In addition, the successful candidate will be proficient in using excel and QuickBooks Desktop. You will be responsible for coordinating all financial functions related to the above-mentioned tasks, and ensuring effective management of financial resources.
You will be able to work within a team environment, while maintaining strict confidentiality. You will have the ability to work independently while also have strong organization skills to be able to meet tight deadlines. You will have the skills to manage competing priorities within these deadlines, and be able to communicate effectively with employees of SLCS, community partners, vendors, and funders. You will support a workplace that embraces diversity, encourages teamwork and complies with all the applicable and regulatory requirements. This position is for a new role within SLCS and will be fully in office with no option of remote work.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• University degree or 2 – 3-year College diploma from an accredited institution in accounting/finance or related field
• 3+ yrs. accounting/bookkeeping experience (non-profit preferred)
• Candidates who are proficient in both official languages of Canada will be considered an asset
  This position requires a clear Police Check with Criminal Record and Judicial Matters Check (CRJMC), at the applicant’s cost, as per SLCS policy. We adhere to the French Language Services Act and are committed to equity, diversity, and an inclusive, barrier-free workplace under the AODA. If accommodation is needed during recruitment, please inform the contact person.
  SLCS values a diverse workforce to achieve our mission. We encourage applications from racialized communities, First Nations, Inuit, Métis, 2SLGBTQIA+ individuals, people with disabilities or chronic illnesses, diverse faith communities, and those with varied lived experiences. Feel free to share your story in your cover letter.
  Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
  Pay: From $57,603.36 per year

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Company events
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Vision care

Please refer the Job description for details