SCH II-24-0127NE

Assistant Comptroller, Finance

1 – Permanent Position

Business Services

Schedule II, Level 11

(Non-Union – 12 Month)

$132,639 - $158,438

The Toronto District School Board adheres to equitable hiring, employment, and promotion practices.

Reporting to the Comptroller, Finance and Enterprise Risk (the Comptroller), the responsibilities of the Assistant Comptroller include supporting budget preparation and control, maintenance of accurate accounting records, financial reporting, and development of financial procedures, internal controls and financial systems.

The Assistant Comptroller, Finance will:

Ensure that Board policies, procedures and internal controls are adhered to;
Provide advice and guidance to Managers, Principals, Senior Management, departments and schools;
Manage staff including planning, staffing, training and performance reviews;
Assist with the development and implementation of streamlined business processes, procedures and training to meet the changing financial needs of TDSB; and
Provide business user support and direction on financial system applications (e.g. SAP ERP system, Concur, School Cash Online, etc.)
Manage staff in four Finance sub-departments, and work closely with the Comptroller to ensure timely vendor payments and staff reimbursements, manage the trust and donations function, accounts receivable, account reconciliations, business help desk and school financial support team;
Provide support to the Comptroller to manage cash flows, expense approvals, and oversee the preparation of budget and financial statements for the Toronto Lands Corporation.

Summary of Duties:

Work closely with the Comptroller in the preparation and development of Ministry Estimates, annual Board budget, school/department budgets, financial reports and statements;
Ensure that Board policies, procedures and internal controls are adhered to as they relate to the finance/budgeting functions;
Manage the development and implementation of streamlined business processes, procedures and training to meet the changing financial needs of TDSB;
Work with Comptroller and Information Technology staff to identify and recommend upgrades to financial systems (e.g. SAP, School Cash Online) and assist in the implementation and maintenance upgrades and modifications;
Provide advice and guidance to Managers, Principals, senior management staff, school and department staff;
Develop and make recommendations to the Comptroller to support strategic planning, department goals, objectives, processes and operating procedures;
Responsible for management and direction of staff, including planning, staffing, training and performance reviews
Provide leadership to motivate staff and facilitate team building, review and recommend hiring of staff;
Manage, review and monitor department budgets, including expenditure review, authorization and analysis of transactions, projections and forecasts, etc;
Communicate and liaise with staff on sensitive financial/budget issues and to ensure that operational procedures and practices are followed;
Ensure efficient and accurate recording of Board revenues and disbursements;
Maintain financial records to support and account for the Board’s financial position;
Ensure that all financial transactions and statements conform to generally accepted accounting principles and are accepted by the Ministry of Education;
Act as lead resource with the Board's external auditors;
Liaise with Ministry of Education staff, as required;
Lead or participate in special projects related to program, budgeting and/or finance;
Attend Board, department and committee meetings and participate as a member of Ministry work groups and task forces, as required;
Assist the Comptroller with the preparation of reports pertaining to finance, budget and financial reporting for presentation to the Senior Staff, Board of Trustees and Committees;
Provide back up support to designated function area (i.e. Budget or Finance) as required;
Provide leadership in fostering equity and inclusiveness in the development and implementation of programs and services;
Other duties as assigned.

University degree in Commerce, Finance or Business Administration or related discipline and a professional accounting designation (CPA) with six years progressively responsible experience in the management of finance in a public sector environment or an equivalent combination of education and experience;
Demonstrated experience in accounting, managing large budgets and developing and implementing best practices for improvement efficiencies;
Excellent understanding of generally accepted accounting principles and procedures
Comprehensive knowledge of Ministry funding model, funding requirements and the various reporting requirements preferred;
Experience and knowledge with large accounting and budgeting/financial systems such as SAP;
Proven supervisory and management experience with strong leadership, mentoring and team building skills;
Ability to handle matters of a confidential and sensitive nature as they relate to budget and financial planning;
Highly developed communication(both oral and written) and interpersonal skills with the ability to interact and communicate effectively with all levels of the organization and external stakeholders including effective facilitation and presentation skills;
Strong analytical, problem solving, planning, organizational and project management skills;
Proficient computer skills including databases, spreadsheets, financial management systems; word processing and email; and
Proven ability in promoting equitable practices which value inclusiveness and diversity.

Work Year: 12 Months

Location: 5050 Yonge Street (Wheelchair Accessible) (Hybrid Work Eligible)

Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Applications will not be acknowledged in writing.

The Toronto District School Board is deeply committed to promoting Truth, Reconciliation and the rights of Indigenous peoples, Human Rights, Equity and Anti-Racism, and the elimination of Oppressive Practices, in our schools, our workplace and in the communities we serve. We strongly encourage applications from all individuals including those with varied lived experiences that can contribute to the diversification of the workforce at TDSB.

We strive to meet the accommodation needs of persons with disabilities. Applicants are encouraged to make their needs for accommodation known in advance during the application process.

The TDSB follows a hybrid work structure where some employees may be able to work remotely at times, based on operational requirements. Please refer to Policy P103 , Flexible Working Arrangements for more information.

Working at the Toronto District School Board

Our staff members are the backbone of our system. Becoming a part of the TDSB team means joining a talented community of educators and support staff dedicated to enriching the lives of all students and helping them to achieve success.

The TDSB is one of the largest and most culturally diverse school boards in Canada, with approximately 246,000 students in 584 schools and approximately 40,000 employees. We offer a dynamic, challenging work environment and unmatched career opportunities for our staff.

Please review the information provided and explore the exciting career possibilities the TDSB has to offer as we continue to establish ourselves as the leading school board of the new millennium.

We strive to meet the accommodation needs of persons with disabilities. Applicants are encouraged to make their needs for accommodation known in advance during the application process.

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