Accounting manager

START DATE:  As soon as possible

Position Title: Accounting Manager

Department: Secretary-Treasurer

Reports To: Assistant Secretary-Treasurer

Union Status: Out-of-scope

Location: Administration Office

Hours: Regular Full-Time

Annual Salary Range: $108,885 - $136,566 depending on qualifications

Language Requirement: English

Job Description Reviewed: June 9, 2026

Purpose of Position

Under the direction of the Assistant Secretary-Treasurer, the Accounting Manager is responsible for managing and overseeing the daily operations of the accounting and purchasing department as supported by the Secretary-Treasurer, and Assistant Secretary-Treasurer. 

The Accounting Manager is responsible for providing leadership, training and support to schools, departments and stakeholders throughout the Division.

Key Responsibilities

Duties include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Manages and oversees the full cycle of accounting activities, including purchasing, accounts payable and accounts receivable.
• Responsible for general accounting (Capital, Operating, Projects/Grants and School Funds/Special Purpose Funds) month-end and year-end processes.
• Prepares cash flow projections and invests and borrows funds as required.
• Prepares monthly, quarterly and annual financial documents.
• Oversees and manages internal and school audits.
• Provides financial and capital reports to the Province and to internal/external stakeholders on a monthly, quarterly and annual basis.
• Participates and provides administrative support in the annual budget preparation process including school budgets.
• Directs the work of others within the department.
• Works with Human Resources with regards to the recruitment of staff.
• Supports and develops employee performance through regular communication and feedback.
• Ensures compliance with the collective agreement and resolves related complaints and concerns.
• Provides orientation, training and support to staff and departments on finance related activities.
• Monitors and maintains financial security by establishing internal controls.
• Administers insurance claims.
• Participates on a variety of committees including the International Student Program Management Committee and the Finance and Planning Committee.
• Attends Board and Budget meetings as required.
• Participates on Ad hoc project teams and committees, as may arise from time to time.
• Performs other duties as may be assigned to support the efficient operation of the Department.

Skills and Qualifications

Skill and Knowledge – Required: 

• Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) designation and a minimum of two years’ prior related experience or equivalent combination of skills and experience.
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office 365, accounting software and database management.
• Experience managing the full-cycle of accounting activities and the preparation of year-end financial reports, including project and capital reporting.
• Previous experience managing employees in a unionized environment, including experience interpreting and applying collective agreement provisions.
• Experience in coaching, mentoring, team building, and motivating direct reports.
• Strong organizational and time management skills, with ability to work under pressure, multi-task and prioritize.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent customer service skills with the proven ability to defuse conflict and deal with complaints and concerns effectively and professionally.
• Ability to exercise tact and diplomacy when dealing with confidential information.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work both independently and in a team environment.

Skill and Knowledge – Desired:

• Knowledge of Public Sector Accounting Standards (PSAS)
• Previous experience in a public sector environment
• Experience with ERP systems and related project improvements and support processes.

Conditions of Employment

• Police Information Check
• Child Abuse Registry Check
• Completion of Commit to Kids or Respect in Schools training
• Completion of New Employee Safety Orientation

Working Conditions & Physical Demands

• Work is in an office environment.
• May require long periods at a desk, reading of lengthy documents, and time in front of a computer.