Senior Project Accountant at Winnipeg Regional Health Authority

Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

26 Feb, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

28 Nov, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Financial Reporting, Budgeting, Financial Forecasting, Project Accounting, Data Manipulation, Communication Skills, Problem Solving, Team Collaboration, SAP, Construction Projects, Operational Metrics Tracking, General Ledger Management, Journal Entries, Account Reconciliations, Process Improvement, Public Sector Funding Models

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Requisition ID: 393003 Position Number: 20079339 Posting End Date: December 4, 2025 City: Winnipeg Employer: Shared Health Site: Shared Health Department / Unit: Pediatric Sleep Apnea Program Job Stream: Non-Clinical Union: Non Union Anticipated Start Date: January 5, 2026 FTE: 1.00 Anticipated Shift: Days Work Arrangement: Hybrid Daily Hours Worked: 7.75 Annual Base Hours: 2015 Shared Health leads the planning and coordinates the integration of patient- centered clinical and preventive health services across Manitoba. The organization also delivers some province-wide health services and supports centralized administrative and business functions for Manitoba health organizations. Position Overview Reporting to the Manager of Capital Accounting, the Senior Project Accountant is responsible for the creation and maintenance of financial and progress reporting including income statements, balance sheets, and other ad hoc reports used by both internal and external stakeholders. The incumbent reviews budgets and prepares financial reporting and forecasting for various users, including project managers, Shared Health leadership, as well as to our external funders. The incumbent will work closely with the project management team in order to formulate cashflow need projections, accurate financial information, and complete accounting project statements. This will include working with project managers and external consultants to estimate progress and establish accruals in advance of invoice receipt. The incumbent will create financial reports which may include importing and processing of data from external sources into the general ledger including the manipulation of source data where necessary. Experience 5 years of progressive experience in accounting and finance. 3 years’ experience working with complex financial analysis and data, financial forecasting, reporting and operational metrics tracking. 2-5 years’ experience in project tracking/accounting, or similar. Particular knowledge of construction projects is essential. Experience in budget processing is an asset. Experience in SAP is an asset. Education (Degree/Diploma/Certificate) Post-secondary degree in a related discipline such as management, economics, public or business administration from an accredited education institution; an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered. Additional formal education in diverse and innovative financial business data modeling, funding and commissioning models in the public sector, and systematic process improvement methodologies (such as the lean transformation framework) are assets. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered. Certification/Licensure/Registration Not Applicable Qualifications and Skills Exceptional ability to prepare project budgets, financial forecasts, and progress reporting. Advanced proficiency in managing general ledgers, journal entries, and account reconciliations. Must have excellent computer skills and technical aptitude and be comfortable with complex accounting transactions and systems including data manipulation and interchange. Must have excellent communication skills (oral and written) in the English language. Must have the ability to work independently and in a team environment. Ability and aptitude for recognizing, investigating, and analyzing complex problems and recommending solutions. Ability to plan, schedule, and complete work in a clear, concise, accurate and timely manner in order to meet changing deadlines. Ability to communicate and work effectively with staff at all levels. The provincial health system in Manitoba has adopted the LEADS in a Caring Environment framework. Physical Requirements Not Applicable We have a unique ability to work together to make health care better. If you want to make a difference and contribute to supporting the health of your family, friends and neighbours, please apply today. Interested candidates should select the "Apply" icon below to upload their cover letter, resume and copy of licenses/certification. This position requires a current satisfactory Criminal Records Check (including Vulnerable Sector Search), Child Abuse Registry Check and Adult Abuse Registry Check as conditions of employment. The successful candidate will be responsible for any service charges incurred. A security check is considered current if it was obtained no more than six (6) months prior to the start of employment. Please note that an employee is not permitted to hold two or more positions in Shared Health that combine to equal more than 1.0 FTE. Shared Health values and supports employment equity and workplace diversity and encourages all qualified individuals to apply. We thank all applicants but only those selected for an interview will be contacted. We welcome applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request during the assessment and selection process. Manitoba healthcare employers, in partnership with the Indigenous community, are committed to increasing the representation of Indigenous People within all levels of our workforce. Indigenous applicants are encouraged to apply and to voluntarily self-identify as being of Indigenous descent in their cover letter/application.

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Responsibilities

The Senior Project Accountant is responsible for the creation and maintenance of financial and progress reporting, including income statements and balance sheets. The role involves reviewing budgets and preparing financial reporting and forecasting for various users, while working closely with project managers and external consultants.