Description
Department: Finance and Business Services
Job Type: Temporary position up to eighteen (18) months, 35 hours per week
Location: Kawartha Pine Ridge District School Board Education Centre
Salary: $94,827 - $111,713 per annum
Start Date: September 2024
Date Posted: July 3, 2024
Closing Date: July 17, 2024 at 4:00PM
Who We Are:
The Kawartha Pine Ridge District School Board (KPR) offers a world-class education for approximately 34,000 students in 87 schools. Spanning over 7,000 square kilometers, across diverse rural and urban communities in southeastern Ontario, KPR serves the Municipality of Clarington, Northumberland and Peterborough Counties, and City of Quinte West/Murray Ward.
The Board is situated on the traditional territory of the Michi Saagiig Anishinaabeg people, serving three vibrant Indigenous communities which include Alderville First Nation, Curve Lake First Nation and Hiawatha First Nation.
Today, the Kawartha Pine Ridge school district is home to many First Nations, Métis and Inuit peoples and we acknowledge the contributions and accomplishments of all Indigenous people across Turtle Island, current and throughout history.
All positions in the Kawartha Pine Ridge District School Board support the school’s priority of student achievement and the Boards mission to educate our students to excel in learning, to succeed in life and to enrich our communities.
Main Responsibilities:
The purpose of the Finance Manager position is to provide guidance, direction and support to school locations, board departments and external stakeholders; and under the direction of the Senior Manager, manage the Finance department in all financial and administrative functions for internal, external and Ministry reporting.
Plays a key role in ensuring proper accounting controls are maintained across Kawartha Pine Ridge District School Board and the Board’s Policies and Procedures are in compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and Public Sector Accounting Board (PSAB) standards.
Works collaboratively across all school locations and departments throughout the board to provide financial assistance, insight, guidance, and direction.
Plays an integral part of the preparation of the year-end financial statements, liaising with internal and external auditors and completion of the Ministry Electronic Financial Information System (EFIS).
Supports the planning, implementation, and training of Board staff on new system upgrades to financial, payroll and other related systems.
Provides support and assists with the Board’s budget process and the preparation of related financial reports, ministry submissions and budget manuals.
Completes financial and non-financial analysis to assist with Board planning and operational decision-making including enrolment and staffing projections.
Audit, review and verify financial reports and transactions for monthly, quarterly and year end reporting periods to ensure accuracy and compliance with financial standards.
Maintains the general ledger financial reporting structure in alignment with Ministry standards and Uniform Code of Accounts.
Works closely in building and maintaining strong relationships with the internal and external auditors and assist in identifying and implementing new processes and controls to improve efficiency and effectiveness.
Collaborates with a team of cross-functional professionals to provide optimal customer service to internal and external stakeholders.
Develops departmental growth plans that align with organizational strategic priorities, creates an inclusive culture and team environment, and provides team members with timely feedback on performance.
Hire, supervise and evaluate staff.
Other duties as assigned.
Other duties as assigned.
Supervision:
Direct supervision of:
- Finance Supervisor (s)
- School Business Operations Supervisor
- Financial Analyst
Indirect Supervision of:
- Finance support staff
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Accounting or a related field.
Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) designation.
Minimum five (5) years of progressive work experience in a related accounting or finance environment (school board experience is preferred);
Specialized Skills Required:
Knowledge of Public Sector Accounting Board (PSAB) standards and Ministry of Education compliance requirements (considered an asset).
Expert knowledge of accounting concepts for Ontario school boards and comprehensive understanding of educational funding requirements would be considered an asset.
Advanced understanding of, and skills using, financial information systems and other applications (Excel, Word, EFIS).
Demonstrated effective coordination, planning, decision-making and problem-solving skills.
Excellent organization and analytical skills and attention to detail.
Superior written, presentation and verbal skills
A commitment to service excellence.
Contributes solutions to complex situation
Effective coaching, mentoring, conflict resolution and relationship management skills.
Valid driver’s license and use of own vehicle.
Working Conditions:
Office and school environments.
Occasional travel.
Considerable amounts of concentration, attention to detail, visual exertion, keyboarding and dealing with difficult people.
Frequent pressure to meet deadlines, and interruptions.
How to Apply:
Interested applicants are invited to submit a cover letter and resume through our online portal, Apply to Education (ATE), by the closing date to be considered for this opportunity.
If you have any questions regarding this position, please reach out to recruitment@kprdsb.ca to discuss further.
We thank you for your application and your interest in working at Kawartha Pine Ridge District School Board, at this time, we will only be contacting candidates who are selected to move forward in the recruitment process.
Our Commitment:
Kawartha Pine Ridge District School Board is committed to a qualified workforce that is representative of the diversity of the people of Ontario and across the communities we serve. We welcome applications from candidates with diverse background and lived experiences as a member of a marginalized group, including but not limited to:
First Nations, Métis and Inuit peoples, and all other Indigenous peoples;
Members of groups that commonly experience discrimination due to race, ancestry, colour, religion and/or spiritual beliefs, or place of origin;
Persons with visible and/or invisible (physical and/or mental) disabilities;
Persons who identify as women; and
Persons of marginalized sexual orientations, gender identities, and gender expressions.
Kawartha Pine Ridge District School Board is committed to providing barrier-free and accessible employment practices in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Should you require accommodation through any stage of the recruitment process please make them known when contacted and we will work with you to meet your needs.
Kawartha Pine Ridge District School Board is an Equal Opportunity Employer. For more information about what this means in our organization, please refer to our website at www.kprschools.ca (see "Careers" section).
A police record check, with a Vulnerable Sector Search and Pardoned Sexual Offenders Database Search dated within 6 months prior to the date of hire, is a requirement for employment.
Jaine Klassen Jeninga
Chairperson of the Board
Rita Russo
Director of Education
Mark Loya
Superintendent of Human Resource Services, People & Culture
