The YMCA of Northeastern Ontario has been serving our local communities for over 180 years and we are committed to supporting our local families, children, adults, youth and seniors in our various programs and services today.
At the YMCA, our values and purpose drive everything that we do. As a charity, we’ve championed values of empathy, health, trustworthy, inclusiveness, respect and responsibility. Helping people develop a healthy spirit, mind and body and inspiring a sense of social responsibility is the cornerstone of our legacy of caring.
To learn more about our programs and services offered please visit our website.
This job posting is for an existing vacancy and is intended to fill a current position within our organization.
We are currently looking for a Manager of Finance, Child Care Programs and CWELCC Compliance to join our team of committed professionals. This Full-time position within the Association is a hybrid role that can be housed at any one of the YMCA of Northeastern Ontario’s locations including Sudbury, North Bay, Timmins and surrounding areas.
The Manager of Finance, Child Care Programs and CWELCC Compliance, manages all aspects of the Child Care portfolio and the various funding agreements, including oversight to the Vice President of Child Care, financial reporting to the District Social Services Administration Board (DSSAB) financial accounting, revenue recognition, deferred revenue funding reconciliations and funding compliance and relationships.
START DATE: As soon as possible
LOCATION: Hybrid role that can be located in any of the locations we operate in, including North Bay, Sudbury, Timmins and surrounding areas.
RATE OF PAY: $68,000-$85,000 per year
HOURS: 40 per week

Major Responsibilities

• Perform tracking and reconciliations of payroll-related information in connection with its intersection with Finance and the accounting system
• Verify funding sources, prepare reconciliations, and ensure correct GL coding for deferred revenue recognition
• Prepares monthly and annual financial reporting, reconciliations, variance analysis and reporting to municipal funders and partners
• Manage all accounting and financial reporting functions for CWELCC funding allocations across programs and service providers
• Prepare and submit required financial reports in accordance with municipal, provincial, and federal funding agreements
• Monitor expenditures, perform variance analyses, and support forecasting and budget alignment to ensure funding is used within eligibility criteria.
• Coordinates third party special purpose audits and reviews as required by funders
• Assists the CFO and the Controller with the continual advancement of the department in future strategic directions
• Provide instruction and leadership to Financial Administration as required by the Controller and Vice Presidents of the respective business units
• Support the Controller in coordinating the external audit of the Association and (interim and year-end), developing and overseeing development of working papers and preparation of audit evidence
• Perform work under specific deadlines that must be observed and prioritized
• Responsible to maintain a well-organized documentation filing system; exercised independently; to ensure accurate financial reporting and compliance
• Responsible for bringing practices, transactions, and documentation that appears to violate policy and procedure to the attention of, Controller and/or CEO
• Develop and implement internal controls, procedures for Child Care portfolio’s, and reporting tools to support compliance with funding guidelines and organizational policy
• Stay informed on changes to funding agreements, financial regulations, and audit expectations related to Child Care and government-funded programs

Qualifications

• University or college degree with an accounting, finance or business/commerce focus *for education completed outside of Canada, applicants are required to submit an educational evaluation (WES, ICAS, etc.) with their application
• Professional accounting designation – Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA or CPA CA, CPA CMA or CPA CGA) *applicants with a professional designation in progress will also be considered
• Greater than 5 years of accounting experience (working in a not-for-profit organization or charity is preferred)
• Supervisory experience and ability to manage Accounting staff in addition to program accounting and regulatory reporting as required
• Experience with SAGE or other similar ERP
• Excellence in Excel, including handling multiple accounting data points and reconciliation and reporting systems and integrations
• Experience working with government grants or Child Care funding agreements is an asset
• Expert knowledge of general accounting and the Association’s regulatory environment from a financial perspective, particularly with respect to the Ontario Child Care funding framework
• Highly organized and able to prioritize multiple reporting needs and levels
• Team player and team builder supporting the Finance Team and CFO in addition to ensuring the department’s excellence in customer service to the operating and other support areas of the Association, and other charities supported
• Effective communicator, as well as strong interpersonal skills
• Strong knowledge of Canadian public funding frameworks and accounting principles
• Highest level of proficiency in Excel and Microsoft Office applications
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Detail-oriented with the ability to meet tight reporting deadlines
• Current and Satisfactory Police Record Check with Vulnerable Sector

What we Offer

As a charity and community-based organization, we know how important connection and wellness is, and we offer a workplace that invests in people. We provide:

• A flexible and supportive work environment with hybrid work options
• A comprehensive group benefits package and access to an Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP)
• Participation in the YMCA Federation Pension Plan
• Team bonding and employee recognition events
• A YMCA membership for you and your family, plus discounts for day camps and recreational programs, summer camp and licensed child care for toddlers up to school-age
• Paid vacation and sick/personal days
• A chance to make meaningful impact in the community through your work
• The opportunity to work closely with senior leaders and gain exposure to strategic financial oversight — ideal for those looking to grow into future leadership roles

If you would like to work in a family friendly environment, please apply, by website only, with a cover letter and resume by August 21, 2025 to the attention of the Personnel Committee.
Please ensure that your cover letter and resume both specify the job title of the position that you are applying for.
All applicants are thanked for their interest in this position. However, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. If contacted and you require a disability related accommodation in order to participate in the recruitment process, you must advise the Human Resources Department.
Please note that successful candidates will be required to submit a current and satisfactory Police Record with Vulnerable Sector Check for review prior to starting employment. Police records are reviewed on an individual basis, and any offences are considered in relation to the nature of the position and its responsibilities, particularly in working with children and vulnerable populations. A positive record does not automatically disqualify a candidate from employment.
Please note that candidates invited for an interview will be required to submit three professional references.
YMCA of Northeastern Ontario is an equal opportunity employer that is dedicated to maintaining a fair and equitable work environment. All of our employees and job applicants will be promoted or employed solely on the basis of their abilities and qualifications.
Educational credentials completed outside of Canada require an Educational Evaluation along with your credentials. If you do not have an evaluation document, please visit https://www.wes.org/ca/. or https://www.icascanada.ca. Applications submitted without an evaluation document may not be considered

• Perform tracking and reconciliations of payroll-related information in connection with its intersection with Finance and the accounting system
• Verify funding sources, prepare reconciliations, and ensure correct GL coding for deferred revenue recognition
• Prepares monthly and annual financial reporting, reconciliations, variance analysis and reporting to municipal funders and partners
• Manage all accounting and financial reporting functions for CWELCC funding allocations across programs and service providers
• Prepare and submit required financial reports in accordance with municipal, provincial, and federal funding agreements
• Monitor expenditures, perform variance analyses, and support forecasting and budget alignment to ensure funding is used within eligibility criteria.
• Coordinates third party special purpose audits and reviews as required by funders
• Assists the CFO and the Controller with the continual advancement of the department in future strategic directions
• Provide instruction and leadership to Financial Administration as required by the Controller and Vice Presidents of the respective business units
• Support the Controller in coordinating the external audit of the Association and (interim and year-end), developing and overseeing development of working papers and preparation of audit evidence
• Perform work under specific deadlines that must be observed and prioritized
• Responsible to maintain a well-organized documentation filing system; exercised independently; to ensure accurate financial reporting and compliance
• Responsible for bringing practices, transactions, and documentation that appears to violate policy and procedure to the attention of, Controller and/or CEO
• Develop and implement internal controls, procedures for Child Care portfolio’s, and reporting tools to support compliance with funding guidelines and organizational policy
• Stay informed on changes to funding agreements, financial regulations, and audit expectations related to Child Care and government-funded program