Are you looking for a meaningful career full of lifelong learning and everyday adventures? 

At Kerry’s Place, we help enhance the quality of life for more than 8000 people with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) each year! Our dedicated team of professionals have become experts in the field through our continuous training and development programs. Get ready for a fun and vibrant career because every day is an adventure at Kerry’s Place! 

Why Join our Team?

We offer an amazing compensation package with a strong focus on health and wellness. We`re proud to offer our employees: 

• 4 Weeks of Paid Vacation per year to start 
• Additional 2 Paid Flex Days annually
• Employer Paid Group Benefits Program
• Employer Matched Pension Program (3% employer match)
• Registered Retirement Savings Plan (optional)
• Employee and Family Assistance Program
• Employer-Paid Training Programs
• Tuition Assistance Program 
• Corporate Membership discount for Goodlife Fitness
• Career Development & Internal Growth Opportunities Available

About the Role:

Reporting to the Controller, the Finance Manager is responsible for providing support to the Regions and Central Administration management. Responsibilities may include:

• Through actions, supports the Mission, Vision, Values, Principles, Policies and Procedures of Kerry’s Place
• Accountable for the adherence to all Accounting and standard business practices as well as ensuring that all relevant legislation is effectively applied
• Assesses the Regions and Central Administration performance against both the annual budget and company’s long-term strategy and identifies areas of inconsistencies, making appropriate recommendations
• Develops tools and systems to provide critical financial and operational information to management and makes actionable recommendations on both strategy and operations
• Engages the appropriate Finance team members around issues, trends, and changes in the operating model(s) and operational delivery
• Prepares, analyses and maintains financial planning reports including operating budgets, capital budgets, cash flow forecasts and surplus and deficit reports, working closely with the VPs and Directors.
• Prepares and submits timely and accurate monthly, quarterly and annual submissions to the Ministries that support Kerry’s Place, including the Transfer Payment Account Reconciliations and the Annual Information Returns
• Assists the Controller in preparing board and other reports that properly disclose key operating issues, including variances to plans and forecasts. Assist with the development and communication of appropriate responses to these issues
• Assist in the execution of business initiatives (e.g., opening new operations, asset acquisition and new service launches)
• Apply a continuous improvement approach to activities, models and reports to provide insights into Kerry’s Place operations, opportunities and challenges
• Complete asset management activities such as vehicle logs and related reporting
• Ensures timeliness, accuracy, and usefulness of financial and management reporting for funders, foundations, and the organizations board of directors
• Complete all month-end closing activities including general ledger maintenance, balance sheet reconciliations and corporate/overhead cost allocation
• Enhances and implements financial and accounting systems, processes, tools and control systems
• Serves as the final point of escalation for accounts receivable/accounts payable issues
• Participates in the Procurement Process at the stages specified in the processes, ensuring that all procedural and legal requirements have been met
• Other duties as assigned

Education Qualifications:

• A University degree in related field is required;
• CPA preferred

Knowledge and Experience Requirements:

• Minimum five years accounting experience as a senior accountant, preferably in a nonprofit organization with a budget of at least $7 million, or equivalent business experience and 10+ years of experience in a large company or division of a large corporation
• Experience in a financial-management role, partnering with management staff
• Working knowledge of related legislation and regulations
• Advanced spreadsheet knowledge
• French language skills will be considered an asset

Working Conditions/Physical Requirements: 

• Ability to work independently and effectively with minimal supervision and within prescribed timelines
• Ability to be flexible and motivated in dealing with a fluctuating and unpredictable workload

Kerry’s Place is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to diversity and inclusivity in employment and welcomes applications from all qualified persons. Kerry’s Place is also committed to providing accommodations for persons with disabilities. If you require an accommodation, we will work with you to meet your needs.

We thank all applicants for your interest in Kerry’s Place Autism Services. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.