ABOUT US

Almost 1.3 million residents call York Region home, making it one of the largest regions in Canada – and the fastest growing with a population that’s expected to grow to more than 2 million by 2051. Our geography, which is comprised of about 1,800 square kilometers over nine different municipalities, is as beautiful, interesting and diverse as our people. Local government is organized in a two-tier structure and we work together with our local municipalities to provide residents and businesses access to a broad selection of services and resources.

WHAT WE OFFER

Recognized by Forbes as one of Canada’s Best Employers, we offer a cooperative, progressive workplace that takes pride in our organizational culture and is committed to living The 13+ Factors of Psychological Health and Safety in the Workplace – aligned with our vision to create strong, caring and safe communities both within and outside our walls.

- Defined Benefit Pension Program
- With the Ontario Municipal Employees Retirement System (OMERS) defined benefit pension plan, you can confidently retire knowing that you will have income for life. Eligibility from date of hire as a full-time employee and includes employer-matched contributions.

- Benefits and Wellness

- Employees and their loved ones have access to a comprehensive employer-paid benefits plan that includes extended health, dental and life insurance, access to a 24/7 Employee and Family Assistance Program and corporate discounts and purchase plans for day-to-day products and services.

- Inclusive and Diverse Workforce

- We’re committed to fostering an environment that celebrates all dimensions of diversity and ensures everyone can develop to their full potential, participate freely in society and live with respect, dignity and freedom from discrimination. Our robust Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Accessibility program continues to grow, and has been recognized by the United Nations and many other organizations for our leadership.

ABOUT THE ROLE Reporting to the Director, Integrated Business Services, is responsible for developing and implementing financial services, business planning and budget services for the Department; developing and implementing submissions for federal and provincial funding; coordinating internal/external financial audits and reviews,



and management responses and recommendations; monitoring and managing community service agreements and contracts; monitoring/analysing Department expenditures and revenues and managing revenues from federal and provincial sources; providing expert financial advice to the Managing Director and Senior Management Group; liaising with Finance Department and acting as financial contact within operating Departments and Corporate Services.

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING

- Manages the development of the annual Departmental operating and capital budgets and business plans, including program operations, business services and policy development, funding sources, and resource allocations.
- Manages the Department-wide financial transactional activities including payroll, program accounting activities, tangible capital asset accounting, analysis, and reporting functions, in accordance with Regional policies and guidelines, collective agreements and Provincial/Federal requirements, as applicable.
- Develops and implements financial and budget processes for the Department, in accordance with Regional policies and guidelines and in concert with Departmental senior management staff.
- Reviews, monitors and manages community service agreement contracts to ensure conformance for financial requirements and prudent fiscal management practices.
- Oversees the delivery of Department wide payroll, attendance reporting and accounting functions including purchasing/ payables, contract management and expenditure control, resident accounts receivables, program subsidy claims processes and related statistics in accordance with Regional and Provincial/Federal requirements.
- Authorizes purchases and/or orders; reviews and authorizes payments of accounts and delivery of Corporate Purchasing Card program within the Department.
- Implements and complies with accepted professional standards, strong fiscal management strategies and effective operational support planning, promoting exceptional service quality and efficiency.
- Works with Branch management staff to develop relevant performance metrics for the Branch and manages performance to meet or exceed targets.
- Supervises staff, including recruitment,



selection, hiring, scheduling, assigning work, determining training and development needs, coaching, and mentoring, conducting performance appraisals and determining/recommending disciplinary action up to and including dismissal in accordance with collective agreements, Regional policies and practices.
- Ensures that operating staff work in a safe manner and utilize all required health and safety equipment and protective devices and follow all measures and procedures as required by the Occupational Health & Safety Act and Regulations and Regional policies.
- Liaises with and proactively develops relationships with stakeholders including government/non-governmental agencies and the public, to facilitate the delivery of services.
- Participates on or chairs committees, meetings, task forces, work groups and special projects, as directed.
- Performs other duties as assigned to meet Departmental goals and program/service objectives.

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

- Successful completion of a University Degree in Business Management, Accounting, Finance or related field.
- Completion of a professional accounting designation program (e.g. CGA, CMA) and registration as a certified professional accountant with the appropriate Ontario Association.
- Minimum seven (7) years progressive experience in financial management with responsibility for operating and capital budgeting, accounting and financial reporting, program planning, internal controls and business process design and supervisory or leadership experience.
- Valid Ontario Class “G” driver’s licence and reliable vehicle for use on corporate business.
- Demonstrated knowledge in all aspects of financial management including accounting, payroll, internal controls, financial reporting and analysis, operating and capital business planning and budget processes.
- Demonstrated knowledge of relevant Legislation, Standards, Acts and Regulations.
- Leadership competencies including operating strategically, leveraging diversity and differences, customer focused, ensuring accountability, managing complex problems, financial management, employing interactive and effective communication, fostering collaborative relationships, cultivating engagement to drive vision and purpose, managing and developing talent, establishing and maintaining trust, displaying self-awareness, and demonstrating resiliency.

📌 Manager, Financial Services and Business Planning (Newmarket)
🏢 York Region (The Regional Municipality of York)
📍 Newmarket