EXTERNAL JOB POSTING
 
YW Kitchener-Waterloo
invites applications for the permanent full-time position of:
 
FINANCE MANAGER

​GENERAL PURPOSE: To provide assistance to the Director of Finance/Controller with the day-to-day operation of the Finance Department.  Responsibilities include preparation of financial reports, maintenance of Accounting records, overseeing the payroll, payable and receivable operations.
 
REPORTS TO: Controller
 
QUALIFICATIONS:

• Identification with the Mission, Vision, and Values of the organization
• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, finance or related field
• An accounting designation CPA (CA/CGA/CMA) or close to completion
• Minimum five (5) years of progressive accounting or finance experience in a not for profit setting is preferred
• Minimum three (3) years of financial management position leading a financial / accounting team.
• Applied knowledge of GAAP
• Knowledge of federal and provincial tax regulations affecting charities and other relevant legislation;
• Successful track record in financial planning, analysis and reporting, including budgeting, forecasting and program performance analysis.
• Experience in developing and implementing effective internal controls;
• Excellent verbal, analytical, organization and written skills.
• Exceptional Excel skills with a good understanding on other MS Office products
• Self-starter: highly motivated and able to take the initiative required to achieve goals and objectives.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced and challenging environment.
• Excellent follow-up skills with the ability to effectively resolve problems in a timely manner using relevant information, sound reasoning and common sense.
• Detail-oriented with excellent organizational skills and a strong ability to multi-task in a changing environment
• Strong analytical thinker, process focused, and detail oriented
• Advanced decision making and problem resolution skills.
• Strong leadership and people management skills;
• Ability to work independently and as a team member to achieve outcomes and deadlines

• Coordinate all financial and control systems, resources, business systems and related staff to ensure corporate viability and efficiency (includes accounts payable, accounts receivable, internal cheque requests, bank deposits, purchasing and purchase orders, payroll administration, petty cash funds, investments, capital funds, etc.)
• Criminal reference check

 
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:
 

• Provide guidance and support to the finance team to optimize excellence in use, analysis, reporting and processes within the accounting database  
• Assist with recruitment and training of finance staff
• Work in a team environment
• Oversee the day-to-day financial operations of the organization including A/R, A/P, bank reconciliations, payroll and other transactions
• Maintaining the general ledger system
• Preparing monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements
•  Responsible for managing and coaching two direct reports
• Assist with the annual budget process, providing working papers and historical information to all managers
• Assist Controller with all aspects of government and funder reporting, including completion of service agreements and the financial segment of grant applications, preparation of reports and reconciliation of related accounts.
• Assist with year-end audit process by ensuring information and systems are organized in accordance with auditor expectations
• Coordinate all aspects of the accounting system, including development and evaluation of procedures and controls; assessment of information and reporting needs; and assignment and monitoring of user profiles
• Other duties as assigned

 
BENEFITS:

• Extended health and Dental Benefits
• Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D)
• Life insurance
• Registered Pension Plan (4% Employer contribution)
• Employee Assistance Program
• 3 Weeks’ Vacation
• Paid Sick Time

 
STARTING SALARY:                   $57, 823 per year (29.65/hour)
HOURS OF WORK:                    37.5 per week - Monday to Friday
START DATE:                              As soon as Possible – preferably in May 2021
 
All YW employees are expected to demonstrate respect, empathy, and accountability to the people who access our services, and to attend work regularly as regular attendance is critical to maintaining the highest quality and level of service expected in delivering services.

Please respond in writing by May 10, 2020 to:
 
Rodica Ilie
Controller
YW Kitchener-Waterloo
153 Frederick Street
Kitchener, ON  N2H 2M2
  HR@ywkw.ca
 
YW is an equal opportunity employer.  We encourage applications from individuals of all races, colour, ethnic origin, religions, abilities, gender identity, and sexual orientations.
 
No phone calls please. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
YW is committed to providing accommodations to people with disabilities throughout the hiring process.  If you require accommodation, we will work with you to meet your needs.
 
 

Salary Range: $25/hour ($52,000/year) - $34 hour ($70,720/year) based on a 40 hour work week.
 
Job Description
 
Our Indigenous-led EarlyOn has been extremely successful. We are looking for a leader who will help us build and grow our innovative Indigenous EarlyON centre and take it to the next level. You will work as part of the team delivering healing services to our community. The right candidate will be passionate, experienced and knowledgeable about early years centre operations. Indigenous and cultural knowledge with experience is an asset. You should bring a diversity and inclusive mindset.

EarlyON Centres support all children, parents and caregivers in learning, growing and connecting – together. This is an integral part of our innovative Indigenous centre of healing which also includes mental health and tech mentoring programs This aligns with Ontario’s renewed vision for early years’ child care centres, where all children and families have access to a range of high-quality, inclusive and affordable programs and services centered around children and families, and contribute to children’s learning, development and well-being. We have an incredible centre and incredible resources for our programs. Visit aocan.org to see our programs and offerings or seek us out on social media.

Our Indigenous focused EarlyON uses the current ministry framework outlined in Ontario Early Years Child and Family Centres (Ministry of Education, 2018). The Centre’s programs are focused on meeting the needs of the diverse Indigenous population living in the Region of Waterloo by integrating Indigenous perspectives throughout our curriculum using culturally relevant and responsive pedagogy (CRRP). We believe that children thrive in programs where they and their families are valued as active participants and contributors. While our EarlyON will be open to all, we will focus on offering Indigenous and culturally specific spirit building programming in addition to traditional EarlyON programming. Basically all good ideas are implemented. We incorporate knowledge keepers (Indigenous Elders), story tellers, nature walks, gardens and art instructors into our programs. We have a nature room, a yoga/dance studio and pollinator gardens. We have family fires, bike lending libraries and many more supports for families.

Our philosophy and programs support Indigenous children, and families, to see themselves reflected in their social spaces, learning activities, and play opportunities. We are inclusive and recognize the diversity within and amongst the First Peoples who call Waterloo region home. We use several models to inform our centre’s programs including the How Does Learning Happen framework along with First Nations, Metis, and Inuit Holistic Lifelong Learning Models emphasizing collaboration with Elders and Knowledge Keepers from the main cultural groups in the area. Our values are tied to the land, family and community.
We are committed to an asset model that builds spirit rather than focusing on deficiency in our systems. Our core services will include all programs traditionally found in OEYCFC. Our Indigenous programming includes, but is not limited to language and associated cultural teachings/practices with possibilities for cultural emersion, land-based learning, and positive interaction between all of our generations. We focus on a synthesized approach to science, technology, and the arts emphasizing culturally relevant and responsive settings, approaches, and outcomes.
Anishnabeg Outreach is a large and rapidly expanding Indigenous non-profit and charity organization. We have employment offices in Guelph and Kitchener. We have a rapidly growing mental health and tech mentoring program. We are dedicated to the enrichment of our Indigenous community through the development of many partnerships. Through our work, we foster belonging and spirit building, and dedicate ourselves to building a healthy and vibrant Indigenous community every day. We know EarlyON Centres are an important piece of this work. That’s where you come in.
What you will do…
You will lead a team in providing welcoming and inclusive environments where all children and families have access to high-quality programs and services influencing positive child, family and community experiences and outcomes.
You will ensure EarlyON Child and Family Centres provide environments that engage parents and caregivers in conversations and experiences, share information about child development, parenting, nutrition, play and inquiry based learning, and other topics that support them in their role as their children’s first teacher.

You will support Early Learning and Development by ensuring the delivery of high-quality experiences that build responsive adult-child relationships and encourage children’s exploration, play and inquiry, supported by How Does Learning Happen? Ontario’s Pedagogy for the Early Years.

You will be part of a team that develops unique and culturally appropriate Indigenous early years programming for our Indigenous children and families.
You will lead a team that is responsive to parents and caregiver’s questions or concerns about child development, uses validated tools and resources, and links to specialized services; making connections for families during and beyond the early years.

You will lead your team by providing effective supervision and support and providing development and coaching opportunities, which increase their knowledge, skills and confidence.

You will manage administrative responsibilities including staff and volunteer records, financial accountabilities and data collection requirements.

What you will bring…

You are a Registered Early Childhood Educator (RECE) with 2-3 years of Management experience in an EarlyON setting. You have great knowledge and expertise in child development and play and inquiry based learning. You have experience leading a team in creating environments that nurture relationships for children, parents and caregivers based on the latest evidence and research.
You have a demonstrated knowledge of How Does Learning Happen? Ontario’s Pedagogy for the Early Years and experience supervising a team in delivering high-quality early years programs. Relationship building, communication, coaching and development, and problem solving are key competencies you rely on in your day to day work.
You will have experience planning and managing the operations of an early year centre and all reporting related to the operations.
Indigenous cultural knowledge and teachings would be an asset but not required but you should have a passion for diversity and inclusion.

What you will gain…

You will play a foundational role in developing our EarlyON team and building our Indigenous EarlyON centre from the ground up in a community where Indigenous families feel that they belong and are valuable contributors to their children’s learning; influencing positive outcomes for Indigenous children and their families in the early years and beyond.
Overall, you’ll join a dynamic team and a local growing Indigenous organization that has transformative impact across our Indigenous community. Your work will have a lasting influence in the community we all call home will be a little better every day because of you.
This is a full time position based on a 40-hour work week. Some evenings and Saturdays may be required.

Join our team and make a difference in the life of Indigenous families in Waterloo Region, send your resume and cover letter by April 16, 2021 at 5 pm to info@aocan.org.

The Program Coordinator creates conditions that will empower women and families to take responsibility for the management of their living environment by facilitating their active involvement in the supportive housing program and in the community.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES include but are not limited to:

• Provide crisis intervention, informal supportive counselling for tenants of Lincoln Road Housing in individual and group settings; facilitate and support activities of YW’s Supportive Housing; refer tenants to community services and support tenants as appropriate.
• Supervise Tenant Support Workers, students and volunteers; some financial management.
• Plans regular tenant meetings, and supports tenants to participate in activities, supportive housing coordination standards and develops leadership in group decision-making.
• Assists tenants in settling into housing. Ensures new tenants are properly oriented and aware of activities available, and facilitates tenants’ adjustment to their environment.
• Develops, coordinates and evaluates a “quality of life” plan and budget outlining activities, programs, events, workshops, classes, etc. offered throughout the year.  
• On-Call responsibilities
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications: 

• Undergraduate degree in Social Services or equivalent human services education
• MSW, or MA in Clinical Counselling/Psychology would be an asset
• A minimum of 2-3 years supervisory/management experience in a relevant field
• A minimum of 3 years’ work experience with individuals or families in a supportive housing or similar setting preferred
• Theoretical and practical knowledge of homelessness, mental illness, addictions, trauma, suicide intervention and harm reduction.
• Proven skills in case management, support, counseling, conflict resolution, crisis intervention and suicide prevention and de-escalation skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills - A significant level of trust and diplomacy is required, in addition to normal courtesy and tact. Work may involve motivating or influencing others. 
• Demonstrated skill in the areas of program development, training and supervision of staff, budgeting, expenditure and revenue control.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in the use of a computer and relevant software, including HIFIS.  
• Standard First Aid and CPR Level C Certification.
• Harm Reduction, Overdose Prevention and De-escalation training.
• Valid driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle.

All employees of the YW are expected to demonstrate respect, empathy, and accountability to the people who access our services, and to attend work regularly as regular on-site attendance is critical to maintaining the highest quality and level of service expected in delivering services.  

Starting Salary: $51,253.02 (annual increase based on funding and Board’s approval)
Hours: 37.5 hours per week, occasional evenings and weekends
Start date: As soon as possible
Benefits: Group benefits include the following:
• Company Pension Plan
• Extended Health & Dental benefits
• Life insurance and AD&D
• EAP
• Sick benefits
• 3 weeks of vacation per year

Disclaimer: 

This job posting reflects management’s assignment of essential functions; it does not proscribe or restrict other tasks that may be assigned. This job description is subject to change at any time based on program needs and/or funding requirements.

Please respond in writing by April 18, 2021 to:  

Abla Tsolu
Hiring Committee
YW Kitchener-Waterloo
155 Lincoln Rd
Waterloo, ON
Email: abla.tsolu@ywkw.ca
 
 
YW is an equal opportunity employer.  We encourage applications from individuals of all races, colour, ethnic origin, religions, abilities, gender identity, and sexual orientations.
 
YW is committed to providing accommodations to people with disabilities throughout the hiring process.  If you require accommodation, we will work with you to meet your needs.
 
Due to the number of applications we receive, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.