Finance Officer - Extended Day Program
Finance Officer - Extended Day Program
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Finance Officer - Extended Day Program
Early Learning Services
Non Affiliated (M2)
*If you are a current OCSB employee you must use your OCSB ATE account to apply to this vacancy.*
Why Work With The Ottawa Catholic School Board: The OCSB proudly serves over 50000 students in 91 schools. We offer an education that respects all faiths universal values and is grounded in Catholic principles. We foster innovation to inspire Deep Learning so that all can realize their full potential. We offer a collaborative work environment fulfilling careers and the opportunity to make a difference in our students lives.
The OCSB is committed to equitable hiring employment and promotion practices and is dedicated to an inclusive workforce that reflects the diversity of our students and our communities. The OCSB is actively seeking applications from Indigenous peoples Black and racialized people persons with disabilities people from gender diverse communities and/or people with intersectional identities as well as individuals who can contribute to continuous diversification of ideas.
The Ottawa Catholic School Board acknowledges that the land on which our schools are located is the traditional unceded territory of the Algonquin Anishnabek Peoples. We extend our respect to all First Nations Inuit and Mtis Peoples for their valuable past and present contributions to this land.
Job Description:
- Prepares annual budget financial statements and financial analysis for the Extended Day and EarlyON programs
- Works with the Early Learning Manager to prepare business plans and submit required reports for program funders
- Works closely with the Controller of Finance & Budget to provide budget forecasts variance analysis and ensures all financial reporting obligations are met
- Conducts a comprehensive evaluation through variance analysis comparing budgeted figures to actual expenses for all Early Learning departments
- Evaluates and recommends new cost methodologies to enhance financial processes establishes procedures to monitor revenue and expenses ensuring the implementation of corrective action plans
- Performs quantitative and qualitative analysis on various business cases and provide feedback and recommendation to the Manager of Early Learning and the Controller of Finance and Budget
- Tracks monitors and reconciles special grants and prepares related year end working papers for the Extended Day and EarlyON programs and prepares journal entries and reconciliations as required
- Produces monthly revenue (parent and subsidy fee) analysis and reconciles parent refunds and monthly receivables
- Prepares and presents financial statements and budget updates
- Engage in an analysis of internal control systems researching financial issues to evaluate the necessity of recommending alternative controls or practices
- Ensures that staffing levels within the Early Learning Department are held within approved levels
- Participates in all City of Ottawa and Ministry of Education annual reports/surveys
- Assists with internal practices for the City of Ottawa Waiting List requirements
- Ensures that all processes are following the OCSB policies and external agency regulations (City of Ottawa)
- Facilitate the development and delivery of training Early Learning staff on financial matters (i.e. internal controls policies systems)
- Liaises with external internal and government auditors as well as various departmental staff
- Performs other duties as assigned by the Manager
The ideal candidate will have:
- University degree in a relevant field
- Chartered Professional Accountant Designation (CPA) or in the last phase of the program
- Minimum three years related experience
- Excellent written oral interpersonal and organizational skills
- Demonstrated hands-on practical knowledge of accounting software comfortable with new technologies
- Ability to multitask and work independently as well as participate as a member of a collaborative team
- Ability to learn new financial applications advanced proficiency with Excel other MS office applications and Google suite applications
The following would be considered an asset:
Experience with Microsoft NAV Dynamics Jet reports Crystal report writer and K212 HRP (Human Resource and Payroll Management)
Salary: This is a full time (1.0 FTE) permanent position with a salary range of $95098 - $103153. There is also a benefits and pension plan available. The anticipated start date of this position is September 1 2025.
How to Apply: Applicants are required to apply through ApplytoEducation (ATE) by August 1 2025 by 5:00 pm. If you do not currently have an ATE account you will be prompted to create a free account and upload your resume and cover letter.
Interviews: We thank all applicants in advance for their interest; however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. If selected for an interview you will receive an email including the interview date/time location and process details. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Please note applicants may be contacted prior to the closing date.
Reference Policy: We value your privacy. References will only be contacted if you are selected to move forward in the hiring process.
Questions regarding the application process can be directed to
You will be required to provide a negative Original Police Record Check for the Vulnerable Sector dated within the last 6 months if successful in the hiring process.
AI may be utilized throughout the selection and recruitment process
Pursuant to the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) if you require accommodations at any time throughout the application process please contact the Human Resources Department via email at prior to the posting closing date so that appropriate arrangements can be made.
Data Privacy Statement:
Personal information on this form is collected under the authority of Ontario Regulation 298 (Operation of Schools - General) under Education Act R.S.O. 1990 c. E.2 as amended (Education Act) sections 58.5(1) and 171(1) of Education Act and will be used by Ottawa Catholic School Board (OCSB) for employment purposes. The information is retained in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act R.S.O. 1990 c. M. 56 and will be disclosed to authorized OCSB staff in order to administer the above purpose. The Boards Notice of Collection Use and Disclosure & the Protection of Privacy Policy support document entitled Privacy and Information Management of Personal Information may be viewed on the Boards website at . Questions about Privacy should be directed to the Privacy Officer by email to .
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
