Manager, Accounting Services

Job Description

MANAGER, ACCOUNTING SERVICES

CORPORATE SERVICES AND FINANCE

We’re excited to see you explore the opportunity to join our Financial Services and Controller team as a Manager, Accounting Services.

This role is responsible for managing and leading the day to day operation of the accounting services function. The Manager, Accounting Services (AP, AR, GL) will utilize their understanding of internal controls and public sector accounting standards to ensure the timely and accurate processing of the college’s accounting information in accordance with college policies and procedures, relevant legislation and industry best practices.

How you’ll make a difference

• Lead and manage all aspects of Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and General Ledger.
• Lead and supervise large accounting team.
• Maintaining a high level of customer satisfaction in the Accounting function from management, staff and employees.
• Generate reports on routine and ad hoc basis.
• Resolving business issues identified by management, staff and employees in a professional and timely manner.
• Providing leadership and guidance for business process improvement initiatives, including integration of systems development activities with other workflow requirements.
• Ensures accounting related training to staff and leadership across the college is provided.
• Developing operational policies, procedures and practices in support of the evolving needs of the college.
• Support the Assistant Controller in developing strategies to improve the overall efficiency of the accounting function and other business requirements as necessary.

What you bring

• Minimum of five years direct experience in accounting and two years in a leadership capacity.
• Accounting Designation CPA (Certified Professional Accountant) is required.
• Advanced MS Excel and Enterprise Resource Program skills are required, with preference given for PeopleSoft skills.
• Results driven with proven ability to manage multiple tasks, meet goals and stay within tight timelines while working independently or as part of a team.
• Proven organizational skills with attention to detail.
• Strong leadership, staff management and teambuilding skills.
• Demonstrated ability to schedule and coordinate a skilled accounting team to meet deadlines and ad hoc information requirements.

What makes you a Difference Maker?

As a difference maker you bring :

• Excellent communication skills (oral and written) and interpersonal skills with an emphasis on communicating with individuals at all levels of the organization.
• Experience working in a public sector and / or educational field an asset.

SALARY : $87,095 - $108,899 reflective upon what you bring AKA your education and experience. This is a full-time, perm position with immediate access to our great pension and benefit programs.

We offer flexible work options. We strive for balance between a flexible work environment, connectedness to the campus community, and ensuring NorQuesters are set up to succeed in their roles and responsibilities.

Our Commitment to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion :

We're on a journey to become an inclusive, anti-racist, and decolonized organization. NorQuesters are trailblazers we are curious, creative, and innovative - our lived experiences are honoured, creating accessibility and a sense of belonging for everyone.

shares our strength and difference comes from who is included, and along with our students we are learning and growing to listen deeply and say what we feel.

NorQuest College is committed to being an employer of choice for First Nations, Métis, and Inuit people by recognizing, respecting, and supporting Indigenous people's self-determination through the institution’s work in decolonization, reconciliation, and Indigenization.

ACCESSIBILITY : At NorQuest, we are who we include. We strive to provide access and accommodation throughout the recruitment, application, and selection process.

We want to create opportunities for you to confidently be your authentic self. If you would like an accommodation at any stage of the process, please reach out to .

APPLY TO THIS ROLE : If this opportunity delights you and your expertise will shine in this role, we invite you to apply for this position online by uploading your resume and cover letter combined as one document.

PSST : Only candidates shortlisted for an interview will be contacted and we’ll make sure to do this within 28 days of the closing date.

COMPETITION NUMBER : 2024-4372

CLOSING DATE : January 23, 2024 at 11 : 59 PM MST

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