Program and Projects Financial Administrator Job at YMCA of Simcoe/Muskoka

YMCA of Simcoe/Muskoka Ontario

JOB TITLE: Program and Projects Financial Administrator
DEPARTMENT: Finance
PLACEMENT: Full-time Salaried

ABOUT THE YMCA OF SIMCOE/MUSKOKA:
The YMCA of Simcoe/Muskoka is a registered charity dedicated to building healthy communities by nurturing the potential of children, youth and families, promoting healthy living and fostering social responsibility within our community.

The YMCA is thrilled to be recognized on the Forbes list of Canada’s Best Employers 2022. The YMCA has always been a place for meaningful work experiences, not only because of the opportunities, but because of why we’re here. When you measure success by how many people you have helped, it adds a deeper sense of purpose to what you’re doing. By striving to improve our employee experience, we have made the YMCA a good place to work while doing good work.

Our YMCA is a trusted and respected employer of 1000 full and part time staff and hundreds of volunteers, serving tens of thousands of people each year in child care, camp, health and fitness, leadership, employment and literacy, immigrant services and youth programming. We provide upwards of $1 million in financial assistance each year to support individuals and families in local communities who otherwise would not be able to afford participation. The YMCA is committed to making its programs open and accessible to everyone.

So much more than buildings and programs, our YMCA is a place to belong and to grow strong. We promote and develop healthy minds and spirits as much as healthy bodies. We support children and youth to grow up strong, confident and resilient. And, we help busy individuals and families at every age and stage to connect with the people, the values and the activities that matter most to them, every day. We are committed to this work at every level of our organization because we know that when we support people of all backgrounds, ages and abilities to fulfill health goals, reach their full potential and feel they truly belong, we build stronger communities. We currently operate across Simcoe County and the Districts of Muskoka and Parry Sound.

If you are a financial administrator who is passionate about building stronger, healthier and more connected communities, we want to talk to you.

GENERAL FUNCTION:
The Financial Services department ensures that all accounting functions for our association are completed accurately and in a timely manner. That includes the full cycle of accounting and all related processes. This role will be responsible for the accounting and reconciliation of specific programs and special projects for the association and will support other financial services functions as required.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
The following duties are typical for this position. Incumbents may not perform all of the listed duties and/or may be required to perform additional or different duties from those set forth below to address business needs and changing business practices.
  • Demonstrate strong support and commitment to the mission and core values of the YMCA of Simcoe/Muskoka and the YMCA in Canada.
  • Demonstrate strong support and commitment to serving the membership, facility users and all program participants of the YMCA of Simcoe/Muskoka.
  • Use various systems (Avocado, Dayforce, NetSuite) to prepare childcare reporting for various levels of government.
  • Prepare Program and Project Reporting.
  • Prepare month end general ledger entries in preparation of monthly financial statements.
  • Ensure that monthly balances are reviewed and reconciled prior to the issuance of the monthly financial statements.
  • Assist and work closely with Auditors on annual year-end audit.
  • Keep financial records confidential and secure in a tidy and accessible fashion at all times
  • Work closely with other business units to coordinate reporting needs.
  • Work closely with other finance team members
  • Adherence to all provincial and federal legislation relevant to job description.
JOB KNOWLEDGE/QUALIFICATIONS:
The following generally describes the knowledge and ability required to enter the job and/or be learned within a short period of time in order to successfully perform the assigned duties.
  • Excellent accounting skills
  • Community college diploma and at least 5 years accounting experience
  • Should be familiar with all facets of computer accounting, Office 365, excellent Excel skills including VLOOKUP's and creating reports from various system downloads.
  • Strong interpersonal skills
  • Understanding of the necessity to keep information confidential and to meet the requirements of Privacy legislation
  • Child Protection orientation
  • AODA training
  • Health & Safety Awareness training
  • Bill 168 (Violence & Harassment in the Workplace) training
  • Clear Police Reference Check and Vulnerable Sector Screening
  • Mandated training is required before or shortly after commencement of work
  • Must be able to work flexible hours based on client needs
Applications will remain open until filled.

We wish to express our appreciation to all applicants for their interest in this position; however only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

The YMCA of Simcoe/Muskoka is committed to fair and accessible employment practices. Our goal is a diverse, inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve. Individuals needing employment accommodation in the hiring process or job postings in an alternative format may contact the Human Resources department at hr@sm.ymca.ca.

Please note that successful candidates will be required to submit a current and satisfactory Police Record with Vulnerable Sector Screen and three professional references for review prior to starting employment.


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