Finance Systems Specialist

Job Title: Finance Systems Specialist

Status: Regular, Full Time, 37.5 hours per week

Salary: This position starts at $70,000 per year and increases to $96,325 per year, over a 10- year period. This salary range incorporates experience, yearly salary increments to reward years of service, employee growth and development within the organization.

Start Date: ASAP

Date Posted: October 2, 2024

Closing Date: October 16, 2024

Purpose of the job

DIVERSEcity Community Resources Society is seeking a full-time Finance Systems Specialist to oversee and provide support towards the maximization and improvement of our financial systems and processes. Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer, the Specialist is responsible for leading Financial System projects at DIVERSEcity.

The incumbent will plan, organize, direct, manage and review the work of staff engaged in financial system change; set performance and development goals, conduct performance evaluations; train, coach and mentor staff; make decisions regarding the selection, discipline and termination of staff.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Collaborate with business stakeholders and subject matter experts to gather and analyze requirements translating into the functional design for solutions working with internal technology and external consulting teams;
• Research existing and potentially new financial and payroll systems from a maximization and viability perspective;
• Identify and design solutions for improving existing processes related to finance and payroll functions;
• Develop internal standards and execute testing to validate the functionality and performance of system and process improvements;
• Contribute to process documents and training plans to deliver and support end user training and facilitate adoption and sustainability of the solution;
• Co-create the development of a long-term financial system roadmap for the organization;
• Provides oversight on budgetary and contractual requirements related to the financial system work streams;
• Identify change impacts and work with key stakeholders in managing the change process;
• Identify risks and develop mitigation plans as appropriate;
• Monitors, analyzes and provides reporting on the outcomes of financial systems and process improvements;
• Ensure compliance with accounting principles, regulatory requirements, and internal policies;
• Develops and maintains positive relationships with all levels of the staff to provide information and answer any questions in regards to financial systems;
• Mentors, develops, and trains employees to provide a solid understanding of procedures, policies, and functions relating to financial systems;
• Provide coverage in the absence of other Finance Managers;
• Special projects and other related duties, as required.
  
  

Key Liaison

• Internally with Programs Managers/Directors,
• Externally with auditors, banks, and external service providers.
  
  

Qualified candidates will posses:

• A Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA), Project Management Professional (PMP) or equivalent education and experience from a recognized program;
• 5 to 10 years of related progressive experience in a complex labour relations environment (non-profit preferably) or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience;
• Knowledge of fund accounting, strong understanding of contract life cycle, types of contracts, and applicable government regulations;
• Demonstrate ability to provide strong leadership and work independently and collegially in a team environment;
• Demonstrate ability to work with a demanding work schedule with competing priorities simultaneously;
• Experience in a community based non-profit society is an asset;
• Strong negotiation, mediation, conflict resolution and contract interpretation skills;
• Strong administrative, organizational and budget management skills;
• Experience with financial and payroll systems including system implementation and improvements, Microsoft Office and other social media/systems applications.
  
  

A criminal record check is required as a part of this process.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS:

To apply, please upload your resume and cover letter as separate attachments. Please note that only Word or PDF formats can be accepted. As part of the application process, you will be prompted to complete a short questionnaire. Please ensure all questions are answered.

To view all opportunities at DIVERSEcity visit www.dcrs.ca/work-with-us/.

Additional Information:

This position is based in our Surrey Community Campus office. DIVERSEcity has implemented safety procedures, to view our safety plan, please visit www.dcrs.ca/news/diversecity-covid-19-safety-plan/. As an organization we continue to monitor public health and safety guidelines in order to maintain a safe working environment for DIVERSEcity's staff, clients, and community, recruitment for this position will be conducted virtually. This position is not available for sponsorship, only candidates legally entitled to work in Canada can be considered.

A comprehensive job description will be provided to all candidates shortlisted for interviews.

DIVERSEcity is committed to employment equity and encourages applications from people of all gender identities and expressions, persons with disabilities, Indigenous peoples and visible minorities. Persons with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application and hiring process may contact our HR department at [email protected]. Any personal information provided will be maintained in confidence.

About DIVERSEcity:

DIVERSEcity Community Resources Society is a registered charity devoted to helping newcomers. For 40 years we have focused on providing specialized services newcomers to find employment, learn English, find housing, deal with family challenges, work through mental health issues and access medical care. DIVERSEcity is a client-centred organization committed to quality and accountability. We value growth, respect, integrity and compassion. To learn more about DIVERSEcity visit us at https://www.dcrs.ca/.

We thank all applicants for their interest in this opportunity; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.