Manager, Financial Services

Organization: St. Joseph’s General Hospital Elliot Lake
Position Title: Manager, Financial Services
Reports to: Director, People, Risk and Corporate Affairs
Location: Elliot Lake, Ontario

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CONTACT INFORMATION

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Human Resources Department – [email protected]

We offer competitive salary and vacation, extended health, dental benefits, and a pension plan through HOOPP.

RECRUITMENT NOTICE

This posting represents a current vacancy and will remain active until filled. Please note that our recruitment team does not use AI tools to screen, assess, or select applicants.

ACCESSIBILITY

SJGHEL is an equal opportunity employer and provides accommodations upon request in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and the Ontario Human Rights Code.

ABOUT ST. JOSEPH’S GENERAL HOSPITAL

St. Joseph’s General Hospital Elliot Lake (SJGHEL) is a patient focused, community driven, and quality-oriented healthcare organization dedicated to providing safe, high-quality care to the communities we serve. We are committed to advancing healthcare excellence across rural Northern Ontario, strengthening interprofessional collaboration, enhancing quality and safety, and ensuring accessible, patient centered care for all.

Manager, Financial Services Location: Elliot Lake, Ontario Salary: $107,071-$123,062 St. Joseph’s General Hospital Elliot Lake (SJGHEL) is a Centre of Excellence and was founded on the rich history and legacy of the Sisters of St. Joseph, who built and administered the Hospital. SJGHEL is a 55-bed hospital with three satellite offices. It is the largest corporation within the 3.5-hour corridor between Sault Ste. Marie and Sudbury, Ontario and provides: Obstetrical Services, Intensive Care, Surgical Services, Specialist Clinics, Addictions Treatment Services, CT Scanning, Dialysis Services, and Inpatient / Outpatient Diabetes Education and Care. We also provide the largest Satellite Oncology Program, with over 500 visits annually. SJGHEL is seeking a Manager, Financial Services, to join our leadership team. The Manager will work in collaboration with the Vice President, Corporate Services & Chief Operating Officer to assess the needs and operations of the Business Office, which includes Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable and Payroll. In this role, you will wield your expertise and apply your hands on knowledge in financial reporting and internal controls to ensure our hospital remains compliant with Ministry of Health reporting and Public Sector Accounting Standards. You will be the mastermind behind the scenes, developing and coordinating the preparation of our annual corporate operating and capital budget in collaboration with your team. The individual will promote the integration of technologies in an effective way to enhance the department’s support of the organization. The successful candidate must have a bachelor’s degree in business or a related field, and a Financial Accounting Designation (or working towards it) is preferred. The successful candidate must also have a minimum of three (3) to five (5) years’ experience including three (3) to four (4) years' experience in the not-for-profit sector (healthcare preferred). Leadership or management experience is also preferred. SJGHEL, where exceptional care meets a culture of compassion and purpose, alongside a lifestyle enriched by Northern Ontario’s natural beauty. To view the full job description and apply please go to https://sjghel.ca/careers/. Please note that our recruitment team does not use AI tools to screen, assess, or select applicants. This posting represents a new vacancy and will remain active until filled. We offer competitive salary and vacation, extended health and dental benefits, and a pension plan through HOOPP. SJGHEL is an inclusive and equal opportunity employer. We are committed to meeting the requirements of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and the Ontario Human Rights Code. Accommodation is available upon request. JOB DESCRIPTION JOB TITLE: Manager, Financial Services DATE PREPARED: May 21, 2025 DEPARTMENT: Finance DATE REVISED: August 17, 2026 LOCATION: SJGHEL AFFILIATION: Management PAYBAND: Grade 8 KEY FUNCTION: The Manager, Financial Services, provides expertise in accuracy of financial reporting and maintaining internal controls to ensure that the Hospital is compliant with Ministry of Health reporting and Public Sector Accounting Standards. Develops and coordinates the preparation of the annual corporate operating and capital budget. The role completes a variety of time specific Ministry / Ontario Health (OH) required submissions throughout the fiscal year. This position requires a deep understanding of financial principles, attention to detail, and strong analytical skills. Creates numerous financial based spreadsheets and reconciliations as support for management decision making. The manager will be responsible for the Business Office, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and Payroll. The manager will be part of a multidisciplinary team. REPORTING: Under the general direction of the Vice-President, Corporate Services & Chief Operating Officer. DUTIES: 1. Prepare monthly financial performance reports with comprehensive analysis in consultation with managers. 2. Work autonomously to analyze financial results and work with the COO to interpret and present the financial impact of operational decisions, as well as identify areas of process improvement by providing evidence-based information to execute decisions and monitor results. 3. Work with related programs or business units to develop forecasts, capturing any emerging trends, cost saving strategies to project budget surplus / deficit, provide management with analytical trending data and develop an effective method of tracking identify initiatives. 4. Key participant in annual operating and capital budget cycle for the development of a multi-year Healthcare Centre Operating and Capital Plan using World Software / Budman, working collaboratively, supporting, and advising with the COO to develop annual operating plans and budgets (including identification of opportunities to improve financial performance and efficiencies). 5. Liaise with all relevant stakeholders to ensure timely accurate financial and statistical reporting and adherence to monthly / quarterly and year-end timetables. 6. Prepare for management review related Ministry of Health (MOH) financial and statistical documents related to any assigned programs in accordance with established guidelines and timelines. 7. Assist and support the following processes: Self Reporting Initiative (SRI) Submission: Hospital Quarterly, Community Quarterly, Statistical and Financial Data Submission: MIS Trial Balance Submission. 8. Maintain financial models and dashboards to support decision-making 9. Oversee the payroll process, and prepare reports to external stakeholders such as OH North, Ontario Health Teams (OHTs), and other funding agencies. 10. Develop customized reports and visually impactful presentations for various stakeholders, including monthly financial results presentations, reports on key performance indicators, etc. 11. Ability to work with and supervise a diverse team in an environment that values diversity and equity. 12. Review outstanding amounts from Cancer Care Ontario, patients, residents, insurance claims, WSIB for accuracy. JOB DESCRIPTION 13. Review admission and discharge activity and daily unit census reports to ensure accuracy of records. 14. Perform various associated duties in all Finance modules, including Payroll, Billing / Accounts Receivable and General Ledger. 15. File Charity returns with the CRA for the Hospital / Foundation, review and record donation transactions and issues income tax receipts; liaise with Auditors. 16. Assist and maintain financial account information for our Long-Term Care (LTC) residents, including finalization of accounts and financial statements, and submission of LTC reports to the Ministry. 17. Prepare financial and statistical component for St Joseph’s Foundation, including finalization of accounts and financial statements, assist and maintain all financial account information. 18. Prepares year-end working papers for audit purposes. 19. Represent the department or program on various committees and in meetings as required. 20. Responsible to provide on-call coverage within a rotation of Managers. 21. Assume other duties as may be assigned. QUALIFICATION: EDUCATION AND TRAINING: 1. Bachelor’s degree in business or related field. 2. Financial Accounting Designation (CPA) or working towards designation. EXPERIENCE: 1. Three (3) to five (5) years’ experience, including three (3) to four (4) years' experience in the Not-for- Profit industry (healthcare preferred). 2. Experience in analyzing and interpreting financial data and preparation of financial reports and projections. 3. Experience working in a leadership role is preferred. KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES: 1. Knowledge of, and willingness to support SJGHEL’s Mission, Vision & Values of Compassion, Humility and Harmony, Respect, Integrity, Social Responsibility and The Sacredness of Life. 2. Functional knowledge of accounting principles for Charities Accounting, Not-for -Profit Corporations Act, Broader Public Sector Accountability Act, and Public Hospitals Act. 3. Demonstrated superior time management, prioritization, organization, critical thinking, and problem- solving skills. 4. Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Excel (intermediate to advanced) required. 5. Demonstrated ability to analyze data and convert it into useful information for decision-making. 6. Demonstrated ability to utilize process improvement methodology to effectively map-out existing processes and analyze their effectiveness. 7. Demonstrated ability to independently identify issues, plan improvements, measure success and continue improvement. 8. Ability to use tact and discretion in dealing with all stakeholders. 9. Demonstrated superior interpersonal and communication skills, both written and oral, with the ability to articulate business issues to finance and non-finance audiences. OTHER: 1. Bilingualism is an asset. 2. Experience with Meditech Expanse is an asset.