Manager of Finance

Manager of Finance

The Renfrew County District School Board (RCDSB) educates over 9,000 students across 28 schools and administrative sites in the Ottawa River Valley, situated on the traditional territory of the Algonquin Anishinaabe people and home to the Algonquins of Pikwakanagan First Nation. As one of the region’s largest employers, RCDSB fosters an innovative, inclusive environment supporting 21st-century learning pathways.

The Renfrew County District School Board is currently recruiting for a Manager of Finance. This is a full-time position working 35 hours per week.

The Role

The Manager of Finance is responsible for directing the operational financial functions of the Renfrew County District School Board (RCDSB).  The Manager oversees a comprehensive portfolio including financial reporting and analysis, payroll and benefits, general accounting, procurement, and capital financial reporting.

In this role, the Manager leads the development of the board's annual operating budget, prepares statutory ministry financial reports, directs the external audit process, and delivers strategic variance analyses to senior leadership and the board of trustees. 

As a collaborative system leader, the Manager directly supervises and empowers the finance team while providing expert financial counsel, risk mitigation, and training to school principals, superintendents, and administrative staff across RCDSB’s 28 schools.

Key Responsibilities:

• Complete the board’s financial reporting requirements, including preparing annual financial statements, mid-year ministerial year-end reports, ministry estimates, and revised estimates in compliance with PSAB and applicable ministry guidelines.
• Coordinate the annual external audit, compare actual results to budget, investigate and explain variances, oversee year-end journal entries and accruals, and complete charity returns.
• Prepare the annual budget for approval and present periodic status reports to the board of trustees.
• Work with human resources to align staffing with class sizes and core education funding.
• Calculate and analyze salaries and benefits.
• Estimate enrollment and complete ministry grant calculations.
• Review past expenditures, reconcile restricted funding carry-overs, and prepare financial summaries.
• Manage accounts receivable and payable, payroll, financial analysis, capital reporting, and procurement divisions.
• Oversee administration of cash disbursements, cash receipts, school-generated funds, and Renfrew County Joint Transportation Consortium (RCJTC) bookkeeping.
• Ensure effective financial controls are in place to address general and specific risks of the board.
• Directly supervise and evaluate department supervisors, analysts, and assistants.
• Train school and department staff on school-generated funds, accounting, and budget procedures.
• Provide ongoing guidance, support, recommendations, and strategies to stakeholders on financial matters.
• Keep abreast of changes to funding and reporting requirements issued by provincial and federal government bodies, adapting systems to maintain compliance and maximize additional funding opportunities.
• Research and implement upgrades to financial systems in collaboration with IT staff, defining custom reports and forms, and adjusting processes when system updates occur.
• Maintain funds held in trust for scholarships and bursaries by assisting with award payouts, issuing receipts, investing funds, and completing separate charity returns.

• University degree in accounting, commerce, finance or business administration or related discipline. Certified Professional Accountant (CPA) designation or willingness to obtain.
• A minimum of 5 years of progressive experience.
• Comprehensive knowledge of Public Sector Accounting Board (PSAB) standards and Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) regulations.
• Advanced strategic planning, analytical, problem-solving, research, and facilitation skills.
• Strong decision-making skills, with the ability to make appropriate, realistic, and timely decisions based on facts and alternatives.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and collaboratively within a team environment.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills, with exceptional attention to detail.
• Exceptional written and oral communication skills, with the ability to convey complex financial information effectively and concisely.
• Advanced understanding of and demonstrated expertise with financial information systems, Microsoft Office and Google Suite software.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Certified Professional Accountant (CPA) Designation.
• Experience in the Kto12 Education Sector, preferably in Ontario.
• In-depth working knowledge of Ministry of Education compliance requirements.

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Closing: December 1, 2026 at 12:00pm.

Salary is commensurate with education and experience within the current manager band ($138,186 - $151,000).  This position offers a comprehensive benefits package and enrollment in the OMERS pension plan.

Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. All offers of employment are conditional upon the receipt of a current criminal record and judicial matters check (CRJMC) and educational qualifications acceptable to the district.

RCDSB is committed to creating an accessible and inclusive workplace in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Applicants requiring accommodation during any stage of the recruitment process are encouraged to contact human resources at hrdept@rcdsb.on.ca. The Renfrew County District School Board is committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion in all employment practices.