Manager Of Finance

Manager of Finance

Effective Immediately

School District 71 (Comox Valley) is a progressive school district whose mission is to inspire engaged, compassionate, resilient lifelong learners and cultivate a collaborative community together. As an inclusive learning community, we embrace diversity, foster relationships, and empower all learners to have a positive impact on the world. We are the largest employer in the Comox Valley with over 1800 employees providing a comprehensive educational program to approximately 10,500 students from Strong Start to Grade 12 in 14 elementary schools, 1 middle school, 1 K-9 school, 3 secondary schools, 2 alternate schools, and a provincial on-line learning school. Our annual operating budget is roughly $119 million.

We are seeking a skilled accounting professional to join our finance team to provide leadership and vision for the provision of financial and business services to internal and external stakeholders. Reporting to the Director of Finance, the Manager of Finance is responsible for managing the Accounts Division of the Finance Department and its systems, accounting and purchasing operations, and the internal audit review program for the school district.

Assists the Director of Finance and provides district wide assistance with a variety of duties such as:

• Financial and budget operations
• Financial analysis and reporting including year-end financial statements and audit working papers
• Financial Information management
• Purchasing/ procurement/ Requests for Proposals (RFPs)
• District’s Charitable Organization status
• AtrieveERP Financial Systems
• Guidance for school and department managers regarding budget and expenditures compliance
• Supervision of accounts payable and accounts receivable staff
• Internal audit review process to monitor internal controls for district and school-based programs

• A professional accounting designation CPA (CMA, CGA, or CA), or nearing completion of a CPA designation
  • Five years of managerial experience including experience in a complex, full-cycle accounting environment, preferably in Public Sector or a BC school district
  • Related experience in purchasing, contract administration, integrated general ledger systems
  • Payroll certification and or purchasing certification considered an asset
  • Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and database computer programs
  • Knowledge of policies and procedures as they pertain to finance, payroll, risk management processes
  • Demonstrated ability to exercise a high level of professionalism, tact, discretion and to maintain confidentiality
  • Experience in planning and implementing changes in computerized financial systems
  • Ability to work independently, exercise sound judgement, and show superior investigative and analytical skills
    • Demonstrated ability to organize and prioritize duties, to handle high volume of work with changing deadlines and constant interruptions
    • Demonstrated interpersonal, verbal and written communications skills and proven problem-solving capabilities

If you are an approachable, detailed-oriented, and team-oriented leader who embodies the core values of integrity, respect and diversity, and employ best practice in financial management, we would like to hear from you!