Job Reports to: Director of Children's Services
Salary: $40.10 - $50.14

SUMMARY
Under the direction of the Director of Children’s Services, participates in financial activities within the department in accordance with related legislation, CDSB policies and procedures and CDSB Vision & Values.

The ideal candidate demonstrates a strong work ethic, the ability to work under pressure, to adhere to deadlines and to handle multiple tasks. The candidate must have the ability to embrace a team workplace with a willingness to support team members. This position addresses tight deadlines and a multitude of accounting activities and reporting requirements and works very closely with the Finance department. The Children’s Services Finance Supervisor will be responsible for the following duties and broad range of responsibilities:

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES OF POSITION

Analyze, interpret, and apply Ministry guidelines

Calculate service provider funding amounts for annual operating service contracts

Review monthly attendance-based service provider funding amounts

Supervise and review daily and monthly OCCMS fee subsidy service provider payment calculations and processes

Review monthly accounts receivable invoices for CDSB Children’s Services’ Northern Treasures Home Childcare Agency

Maintain Childcare provider budget templates and annual information return templates

Perform in office compliance audits of Childcare and EarlyON providers

Assist and guide providers in preparing their annual budgets and financial statements

Review and analyze the providers’ submitted budgets, financial statements, attendance information, and other data analysis

Review year-end financial reconciliations for service providers

Participate in internal and external reporting and reconciliations.

Assist with ensuring that providers are meeting the requirements of their annual service agreements

Compile data and supporting documentation for reporting purposes

Audit internal processes within the Children’s Services department

Supervise Child Care Coordinators

Participate in the motivating, training and development of staff





Assist in scheduling staff and provide guidance and instructions to supervised staff

Provide internal client services to peers / co-workers throughout the organization

Perform other duties as assigned

CORE COMPETENCIES

Written and Oral Communication : Listens, presents ideas clearly, and maintains open communication. Writes concisely and effectively.

Engagement and Collaboration : Exchanges ideas regularly with the team, listens to staff, and shares information. Promotes collaboration and communicates plans clearly.

Management Excellence : Ensures compliance with policies, maintains a positive outlook, and supports change. Manages daily activities and fosters staff growth.

Accounting Operations: Applies accounting principles and internal controls. Implements corrective actions and contributes to control frameworks and process improvements.

CORE VALUES

Integrity, accountability, innovation, collaboration, teamwork, commitment, respect

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Good knowledge of Ontario Funding guidelines for Child Care and EarlyON Child and Family Centres with specific attention to guidelines around Canada-Wide Early Learning and Child Care (CWELCC)

Basic knowledge of GAAP, Employment Standards Act, Ontario Human Rights Code, Canada Customs and Revenue Agency, Income Tax Act and GST/HST regulations

Basic knowledge of Ontario legislation and regulations and ability to apply program and public sector legislation

Demonstrated experience supervising, accounts receivable and accounts payable

A thorough knowledge of computer systems and applications, and a basic knowledge of human resource management principles and practices





Proficiency in the use of both MS Office Suite and Google applications and browser-based applications

Good communication skills to deal effectively with peers and staff within the organization, as well as with suppliers and other external contacts

Analytical thinking skills to break down relatively complex issues

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

Minimum of 3-year post-secondary education with emphasis in accounting

Post-secondary degree completion is an asset

Supervisory experience within an accounting environment

Minimum of 3 years related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Satisfactory Criminal Records Check

Use of a vehicle may be required

Travel may be required

May be required to work irregular hours

Must maintain confidentiality

Bilingualism in accordance with the French Language Services policy

Valid driver’s license

WHAT WE OFFER

Employer matched pension plan (OMERS)

Employer sponsored group health advantages (including optical, dental, drug, and extended health benefits) for full-time employees

Employee and Family Assistance plan, available to spouses and dependents

Continuing education and professional development

An Equal Opportunity Employer
The CDSB operates in accordance with the French Language Services policy.

The CDSB does not utilize artificial intelligence (AI) to screen, assess, or select applicants.

CDSB welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. The Cochrane District Services Board is committed to equity in its policies, practices, and programs.

The Board supports diversity in the work environment and ensures that applications from members of underrepresented groups are seriously considered. All qualified individuals who would contribute to the diversification of our workplace are encouraged to apply.

Personal information provided is collected under the authority of The Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy.

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📌 Children’s Services Finance Supervisor (Ontario)
🏢 CDSB
📍 Ontario