Finance Officer

*If you are a current OCSB employee you must use your OCSB ATE account to apply to this vacancy.*

The OCSB is currently seeking a Finance Officer. The possible work addresses for this position can be found in our school directory.

Why Work With The Ottawa Catholic School Board: The OCSB proudly serves over 50000 students across 90 work locations. 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 Métis Peoples for their valuable past and present contributions to this land.

Under the direction of the Controller of Budget the Finance Officer is responsible for assisting in the preparation of the school board budget (operating and capital) monitoring and tracking special projects special purpose financial reporting and cash flow projections. The Finance Officer may be assigned portfolios in any of the key job accountabilities noted below.

Job Description:

• Assists in preparing the annual salary and benefit budget for the Board according to approved staffing levels

• Performs variance analysis for salary and benefits including full-time equivalency (FTE) reconciliation

• Maintains the Boards tangible capital asset ledgers and continuity schedules

• Tracks capital expenditures and related funding sources

• Prepares analysis of capital related operating expenditures and deferred capital contributions to ensure proper use of funds and reporting of capital assets

• Prepares annual cash flow projection and monthly analysis of actual cash flow to projected

• Prepares special purpose financial statements and related analysis

• Liaises with external internal and government auditors as well as various departmental and school staff

• Assists in completing Ministry of Education reporting requirements for budget revised budget consolidated March report and financial statements

• Prepares journal entries and reconciliations as required

• Tracks monitors and reconciles special grants and prepares related year end working papers

• Ensures that internal controls are maintained in areas of responsibility

• Assists the School Finance Team with school reviews (requires travel)

• Assists with school and departmental training

• Performs other duties as assigned by the supervisor

Required Qualifications:

• University degree in a relevant field

• Chartered Professional Accountant Designation (CPA) or in the last phase of the program

• 3 years related experience

• Excellent written oral interpersonal and organizational skills

• Demonstrated hands-on practical knowledge of accounting software and comfortable with learning new technologies

• Advanced proficiency with Excel other MS office applications and Google Suite applications

• Ability to take initiative and manage multiple conflicting priorities

• Works well independently and as part of a team

• Strong analytical research reasoning problem-solving and decision-making skills

• Ability to take initiative self-starter who is able to coordinate their responsibilities with minimal supervision

In addition the following will be considered an asset:

• School Board or other public sector experience

• Experience with Microsoft NAV Dynamics Jet reports Crystal report writer K212 HRP (Human Resource and Payroll Management) Education Financial Information System (EFIS) and VFA Capital Planning Software

This is a permanent full time (1.0 FTE) position with an annual salary range of $95098 - 103153. A comprehensive benefits and pension plan are also available.

The anticipated start date will be as soon as the recruitment process is complete.

How to Apply: Applicants are required to apply through the ApplytoEducation (ATE) platform and ensure a cover letter and resume are included in the ATE profile. Interested applicants must submit their application by no later than 5:00 pm on February 18 2026. A pastoral reference is not required. If selected for an interview candidates will be contacted via email for an interview. Candidates are encouraged to check spam and junk mail boxes often for Board correspondence.

Interviews: We thank all applicants in advance for their interest; however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Candidates are encouraged to check spam and junk mail boxes often for Board correspondence.

Reference Policy: We value your privacy. References will only be contacted if you are selected to move forward in the hiring process.

If you are not currently an OCSB employee you will be required to provide an appropriate original Vulnerable Sector Police Record Check dated within the last six months before you can commence employment.

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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.

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