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Manager of Finance

Posted Oct 10th, 2024 in Careers

As the only rehabilitation hospital in the Niagara Region, Hotel Dieu Shaver Health and Rehabilitation Centre provides specialized post-acute hospital care and exceptional clinical outcomes through inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation and complex care programs. Our interprofessional team utilizes state of the art equipment to restore health, rebuild lives, and renew hope providing the highest quality of compassionate care to every patient. Hotel Dieu Shaver is where careers begin and flourish.


Position: Manager of Finance
Position Type: Regular Full-Time


Position Objective:

Reporting to the Director of Finance, the Manager of Finance at Hotel Dieu Shaver Health and Rehabilitation Centre is responsible for full cycle accounting work related to the Hospital. These responsibilities encompass preparing financial statements, reporting, reviewing balance sheet accounts, performing account reconciliations, processing journal entries, managing Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable (AP/AR), and collaborating with external portfolio managers to oversee HDS's investment portfolios and treasury functions.

Key Responsibilities:

  • External reporting to Ontario Health, Ministry of Health and other agencies as required, ensuring reports are delivered on time and accurately;
  • Review and process journal entries related to the accounting cycle for both financial and statistical accounts;
  • Prepare financial statements for all corporate entities;
  • Assist in the management, coordination, preparation and delivery of monthly financial reports to various stakeholders of the Hospital including packages to the Board of Directors and Finance and Audit Committee of the board;
  • Perform overall analytical review of all trial balance accounts prior to month end close and discuss with the Director of Finance as required;
  • Management of staff in finance department;
  • Assist in leading external audit processes working closely with finance staff and external auditors;
  • Assist in management of audit files to ensure documentation is complete and accurate;
  • Work with the Director of Finance to build and analyze budgets for operating and capital as needed;
  • Assist in the process of reviewing budget reports with clinical and non-clinical users;
  • Manage treasury function including bank reconciliation processes and related reconciliations;
  • Design, implement and monitor financial and internal controls, policies and procedures;
  • Process improvement activities related to optimization of administrative tasks, improvements to internal control procedures and reduction of waste;
  • Lead improvements to software systems through implementation of new processes and features;
  • Lead and assist in Decision Support, specifically, the process of (Cost Analysis) analyzing and determining the costs associated with various medical procedures, patient care, and healthcare services;
  • Provide and assist with decision-making support to hospital management by offering cost-related insights, conducting scenario analyses, and participating in budget planning activities;
  • Other duties as assigned

Hours of Work:

The successful candidate will work onsite at HDS, Monday – Friday, 8-hour days (37.5 paid hours weekly) with a willingness to adjust schedules to meet the needs of the Board and Committee meetings.

The successful candidate will possess: 

  • A Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) designation required
  • 3 years’ experience in progressive leadership and accounting roles with emphasis on reporting and financial statement review; ideally in an Ontario hospital environment
  • 1 to 3 years’ experience in a leadership/supervisory role in financial management
  • An In-depth knowledge of accounting principles and practices
  • The successful completion of a 4-year University education in business administration or commerce with an accounting or finance major
  • Knowledge of various funding tools to use in the development of the operating and capital budgets
  • Experience in financial variance analysis, preparing financial reports and developing spreadsheet and/or database applications
  • The ability to collect, interpret, analyze and communicate financial and statistical data and trends
  • Strong interpersonal, relationship building and leadership skills
  • The ability to manage change and problem-solve
  • The ability to work well with non-financial managers/stakeholders
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • The ability to handle multiple priorities simultaneously and consistently to meet deadlines
  • Experience with Medisolutions Accounting Software an asset
  • Experience with Mohawk Med Buy Accounts Payable processes an asset
  • Knowledge of and experience with Meditech, Oracle Health or another Hospital Information System (HIS) would also be considered an asset
  • Evidence of ongoing professional development.
  • Demonstrated commitment to continuing education.
  • Demonstrated commitment to a healthy and safe workplace for self and others.
  • Demonstrated commitment to the Mission, Vision and Values of Hotel Dieu Shaver Health and Rehabilitation Centre.
  • Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, with a demonstrated ability to foster a positive culture of respect.
  • Proficiency in both official languages (English and French) will be considered an asset.

Vaccines (COVID-19 and others) are a requirement of the job unless you have an exemption based on medical or other ground pursuant to the Ontario Human Rights Code.

At HDS we believe that our differences enable us to be a better team – one that makes informed decisions, drives innovation, and delivers the best care for our patients. We are dedicated to fostering a positive culture where individuals of all backgrounds and identities feel empowered, respected and included. HDS values equity and an inclusive culture and is committed to attracting and retaining a diverse team where everyone is welcome.

If you are interested in serving our community in an environment of holistic and compassionate care and would like to join our team, we invite you to submit your resume and cover letter.


Email: recruit@hoteldieushaver.org

Mail:                     

Hotel Dieu Shaver Health and Rehabilitation Centre
Human Resources Department
541 Glenridge Avenue
St. Catharines, ON L2T 4C2

Fax: (905) 687-3228


Accommodations for job applicants with disabilities are available on request throughout the recruitment process.               

We thank all applicants for their reply and advise that only those under consideration will be contacted by the Human Resources Department.

Applications must be submitted to the Human Resources Department no later than Sunday, October 27, 2024 at 4:00 p.m.

Renewing Hope. Rebuilding Lives.

Hotel Dieu Shaver Health and Rehabilitation Centre is a specialty hospital that excels in providing rehabilitation and complex care to thousands of patients across the Niagara Region.

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