Finance Manager

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Finance Manager

The Finance Manager is a key member of the organization’s
management team and is responsible for the leadership,
oversight and effective functioning of the Finance
Department. Reporting directly to the Chief Financial
Officer (CFO), the Finance Manager provides financial
leadership and expertise to support the organization’s
strategic priorities, fiscal sustainability, operational
effectiveness and accountability.

The Finance Manager is responsible for the integrity of the
organization’s financial information and ensures that
appropriate financial systems, controls, processes, policies
and reporting structures are in place to support sound
financial stewardship and informed decision-making.

The position provides financial leadership across multiple
corporate entities, including Espanola General Hospital,
Espanola and Area Family Health Team, Town of Espanola
Non-Profit Housing Corporation and Espanola General
Hospital Foundation, and works collaboratively with the
CFO, senior leadership, managers, physicians, Board
members and external stakeholders.

The Finance Manager serves as a trusted financial resource
to leaders throughout the organization, translating
financial information into meaningful analysis, identifying
trends and risks, and providing recommendations that
support effective resource allocation and long-term
organizational sustainability.

The Espanola Regional Hospital and Health Centre is an
equal opportunity employer committed to inclusive,
barrier-free recruitment and selection processes. If
contacted for an employment opportunity, please advise if
you require accommodation.

Thank you for your interest. Only applicants who have been
selected for an interview will be contacted.

Qualifications:

 Minimum five years of progressive accounting
and financial management experience, including
financial statement preparation and analysis in
accordance with GAAP.

 Minimum three-year post-secondary
diploma/degree in Accounting, Finance or a
related discipline.

 Demonstrated experience providing leadership,
supervision and direction to finance professionals.

 Strong knowledge of financial management,
budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, internal
controls and risk management.

 Healthcare finance experience, particularly within a
hospital environment, is strongly preferred.

 Knowledge of MIS standards, Ontario Hospital
Reporting requirements and Ministry of Health
financial reporting is an asset.

 Financial Accounting Designation (CPA) or working
toward designation is preferred.

 Demonstrated ability to analyze complex financial
information, identify trends and risks, and translate
financial data into actionable recommendations.

 Strong business acumen and demonstrated ability to
understand the relationship between financial
performance, operational decisions and
organizational strategy.

 Excellent leadership, communication, relationship-
building and problem-solving skills.

 Demonstrated ability to manage competing
priorities, exercise sound judgment and work
effectively within a complex multi-entity
environment.

 Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and
experience with financial information systems and
reporting tools.

 Bilingualism in French and English is an asset but not
required.

Key Accountabilities:

Financial Leadership & Stewardship

 Provide leadership and strategic oversight of the
Finance Department, ensuring the effective delivery
of financial services across all supported
organizations.

 Act as a key financial advisor to the CFO, senior
leadership and operational managers.

 Promote a culture of financial accountability,
stewardship and continuous improvement
throughout the organization.

 Support organizational leaders in understanding
financial performance, financial risks and the
implications of operational decisions.

 Identify emerging financial pressures, trends and
opportunities and provide recommendations to the
CFO.

Budgeting, Forecasting & Financial Planning

 Lead the development, coordination and
administration of the annual operating budget in
collaboration with the CFO and organizational
leaders.

 Monitor financial performance against approved
budgets and provide meaningful variance analysis,
forecasting and recommendations.

 Support long-term financial planning and
sustainability initiatives.

 Provide financial analysis to support capital
planning, business cases, new initiatives and
organizational investments.

Financial Reporting & Analysis

 Ensure the integrity, accuracy and timeliness of
monthly, quarterly and annual financial reporting.

 Oversee the preparation and analysis of financial
statements, management reports, forecasts and
financial dashboards.

 Ensure financial and statistical information is
complete, accurate and submitted within required
legislative, regulatory and organizational timelines.

 Provide analysis and interpretation of financial
results to support management and Board-level
decision-making.

 Ensure compliance with applicable accounting
standards, Ministry of Health requirements, MIS
standards, Ontario Hospital Reporting
requirements and other applicable reporting
frameworks.

Governance, Risk & Internal Controls

 Establish, monitor and continuously improve
financial controls, policies and procedures.

 Ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for
organizational assets, financial records and
information.

 Identify and assess financial and operational risks
and recommend appropriate mitigation strategies.

 Ensure Finance policies and practices reflect
current legislation, regulatory requirements and
best practices.

 Support the CFO in maintaining strong financial
governance and accountability across the
organization.

 Coordinate and oversee external audits and support
the implementation of audit recommendations.

People Leadership

 Provide effective leadership, direction, coaching and
performance management to Finance Department
employees.

 Establish clear expectations, accountabilities and
performance standards within the Finance
Department.

 Build team capability and ensure appropriate
succession, cross-training and continuity of critical
financial functions.

 Foster a collaborative, service-oriented and
accountable Finance team.

Organizational Partnership & Continuous Improvement

 Develop strong working relationships with leaders
across the organization and provide financial
expertise to support operational and strategic
initiatives.

 Identify opportunities to improve financial processes,
systems, reporting and organizational efficiency.

 Lead or participate in financial improvement projects
and organizational initiatives as assigned by the CFO.

 Support the effective implementation and utilization
of financial systems, reporting tools and technology.

 Promote financial literacy and accountability among
leaders and managers.

 Contribute to a culture of continuous improvement,
innovation and responsible resource management.

Benefits:
This position offers a competitive compensation package
including paid vacation and sick leave, health and dental
benefits, life insurance and pension plan. Starting wage is
$53.746/hour to $60.501/hour depending on experience.