Description
The Greater Essex County District School Board invites Chartered Professional Accountants (CPAs)
who are looking for career growth and advancement to apply for this exciting opportunity at one of the
region's largest employers. This permanent, full time, C.U.P.E. 1348 bargaining unit position reports
directly to the Accounting Supervisor. The Senior Accountant will assist in carrying out all statutory
duties as set out in the Ontario Education Act, pertinent legislation and Board policies, regulations and
administrative procedures. As a member of the Financial Services team, the successful candidate will
participate in the implementation of department goals, budgets and programs. The position is expected
to begin as soon as possible.
Job Summary:
FTE : 1.0 (35 hours per week)
Salary: $80,134.60 to $84,120.40
Start Date: Immediately
Nature & Scope of Position:
Assist in complex problem resolution and troubleshooting.
Assist with ad-hoc reporting, analysis and team projects as needed.
Develop and maintain management reporting.
Assist with funding/grants analysis and liaison to department leads.
Perform financial forecasting, reporting, analysis, and operational metrics tracking.
Support the internal audit function.
Analyze financial data and create financial models for decision support.
Evaluate financial performance by comparing and analyzing actual results with budget.
Identify and drive process improvements, including the implementation and integration of new
financial system processes.
Demonstrate a commitment to and documented success in working to create a fair, inclusive, antiracist environment for all stakeholders, and to supporting diverse constituencies and populations.
Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) designation.
Strong analytical and data gathering skills.
Strong quantitative and analytical competency
Self-starter with excellent interpersonal communication and problem-solving skills.
Excellent organizational and time management skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
Ability to identify, resolve and/or escalate issues using good professional judgement.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and to exercise discretion.
Qualified candidates are invited to apply in writing, giving full particulars as to education, qualifications
and experience by visiting https://publicboard.simplication.com/WLSBLogin.aspx no later than 4:00
p.m., Friday, September 27, 2024. Please note there is no fee to apply to this position. You must apply
under the actual job posting number 3834681 (under ECE, EA, and Support Staff). In support of the
Board’s Indigenous Protocol, applicants of First Nations, Métis and Inuit descent may apply to
fnmicareers@publicboard.ca. No other form of submission will be accepted from external candidates
Chris Boulay, Superintendent of Human Resources
Greater Essex County District School Board
451 Park Street West, Box 210
Windsor, ON N9A 6K1
Posting Number: 2024-196
The Greater Essex County District School Board actively encourage applications from members of groups with historical and/or current barriers to equity, 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.
We recognize that many of these identities intersect and therefore, equity, diversity and inclusion can be complex. We value and respect the contributions that each
person brings to enriching the Board and are committed to ensuring full and equal participation for all in communities that we serve.
The Greater Essex County District School Board (GECDSB) complies with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and as such, is committed to
providing accommodations for employees and applicants with disabilities. Should you require an accommodation for a disability during any stage of the recruitment
process, please contact the Human Resources Department to whom you are submitting your application. Further, should you be selected to proceed in the hiring
process, please let the Human Resources Department know the required accommodations, prior to your interview. This will ensure that the appropriate
accommodation(s) are in place prior to your interview and prior to your potential employment with the GECDSB.
