Job Category: Children's Services
Job Type: Temporary
Job Location: Timmins

Job Reports to: Director of Children’s Services
Salary: $40.10 – $50.14

SUMMARY

Under the direction of the Director of Children’s Services, participates in financial activities within the department in accordance with related legislation, CDSB policies and procedures and CDSB Vision & Values.

The ideal candidate demonstrates a strong work ethic, the ability to work under pressure, to adhere to deadlines and to handle multiple tasks. The candidate must have the ability to embrace a team environment with a willingness to support team members. This position addresses tight deadlines and a multitude of accounting activities and reporting requirements and works very closely with the Finance department. The Children’s Services Finance Supervisor will be responsible for the following duties and broad range of responsibilities:

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES OF POSITION

• Analyze, interpret, and apply Ministry guidelines
• Calculate service provider funding amounts for annual operating service contracts
• Review monthly attendance-based service provider funding amounts
• Supervise and review daily and monthly OCCMS fee subsidy service provider payment calculations and processes
• Review monthly accounts receivable invoices for CDSB Children’s Services’ Northern Treasures Home Childcare Agency
• Maintain Childcare provider budget templates and annual information return templates
• Perform on-site compliance audits of Childcare and EarlyON providers
• Assist and guide providers in preparing their annual budgets and financial statements
• Review and analyze the providers’ submitted budgets, financial statements, attendance information, and other data analysis
• Review year-end financial reconciliations for service providers
• Participate in internal and external reporting and reconciliations.
• Assist with ensuring that providers are meeting the requirements of their annual service agreements
• Compile data and supporting documentation for reporting purposes
• Audit internal processes within the Children’s Services department
• Supervise Child Care Coordinators
• Participate in the motivating, training and development of staff
• Assist in scheduling staff and provide guidance and instructions to supervised staff
• Provide internal client services to peers / co-workers throughout the organization
• Perform other duties as assigned

CORE COMPETENCIES

• Written and Oral Communication: Listens, presents ideas clearly, and maintains open communication. Writes concisely and effectively.
• Engagement and Collaboration: Exchanges ideas regularly with the team, listens to staff, and shares information. Promotes collaboration and communicates plans clearly.
• Management Excellence: Ensures compliance with policies, maintains a positive outlook, and supports change. Manages daily activities and fosters staff growth.
• Accounting Operations: Applies accounting principles and internal controls. Implements corrective actions and contributes to control frameworks and process improvements.

CORE VALUES 

• Integrity, accountability, innovation, collaboration, teamwork, commitment, respect

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Good knowledge of Ontario Funding guidelines for Child Care and EarlyON Child and Family Centres with specific attention to guidelines around Canada-Wide Early Learning and Child Care (CWELCC)
• Basic knowledge of GAAP, Employment Standards Act, Ontario Human Rights Code, Canada Customs and Revenue Agency, Income Tax Act and GST/HST regulations
• Basic knowledge of Ontario legislation and regulations and ability to apply program and public sector legislation
• Demonstrated experience supervising, accounts receivable and accounts payable
• A thorough knowledge of computer systems and applications, and a basic knowledge of human resource management principles and practices
• Proficiency in the use of both MS Office Suite and Google applications and browser-based applications
• Good communication skills to deal effectively with peers and staff within the organization, as well as with suppliers and other external contacts
• Analytical thinking skills to break down relatively complex issues

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• Minimum of 3-year post-secondary education with emphasis in accounting
• Post-secondary degree completion is an asset
• Supervisory experience within an accounting environment
• Minimum of 3 years related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

• Satisfactory Criminal Records Check
• Use of a vehicle may be required
• Travel may be required
• May be required to work irregular hours
• Must maintain confidentiality
• Bilingualism in accordance with the French Language Services policy
• Valid driver’s license

WHAT WE OFFER

• Employer matched pension plan (OMERS)
• Employer sponsored group health benefits (including optical, dental, drug, and extended health benefits) for full-time employees
• Employee and Family Assistance plan, available to spouses and dependents
• Continuing education and professional development

An Equal Opportunity Employer

The CDSB operates in accordance with the French Language Services policy.

The CDSB does not utilize artificial intelligence (AI) to screen, assess, or select applicants.

CDSB welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. The Cochrane District Services Board is committed to equity in its policies, practices, and programs.

The Board supports diversity in the work environment and ensures that applications from members of underrepresented groups are seriously considered. All qualified individuals who would contribute to the diversification of our workplace are encouraged to apply.

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