Job Description

Please note this role will work in a hybrid environment. The successful candidate will be working at our head office in Ottawa - 1800 Alta Vista Drive, with a mixture of on and off-site work based on the parameters for our operations to meet the needs of our donors, our staff and our communities. Currently, employees are expected to have an in-person presence for at least 40% of their work time. This requirement is subject to change, based on operational needs.

Job category: Accounting and finance
Job posting ID: 4774

Employment status: Regular full-time
Classification: PTS/MGT/IT B

Salary/Rate of pay: $105,000 - $121,000

Application deadline: 2023-07-21

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Together, we can make all the difference in the lives of others.

Be part of a dynamic, collaborative and caring organization committed to saving and improving lives. Thousands of patients depend on us every day for reliable access to safe blood, plasma, stem cells and organs and tissues.

If you are looking for a rewarding experience with a values and mission-driven team, join Canada's Lifeline and make a meaningful difference.

We acknowledge that the work of Canadian Blood Services spans many Territories and Treaty areas across the country, and we are grateful for the Traditional Knowledge Keepers and Elders who have guided us in this important work. We recognize the land and waters that have inspired our work and offer gratitude to those Indigenous peoples on whose territory we work, live and play.

About the role
Canadian Blood Services is looking for a Regular full-time Manager, External Financial Reporting to join our dynamic Financial Reporting Advisory & Pension Services team.

The Financial Reporting Advisory & Pension Services team is responsible for supporting Canadian Blood Services by utilizing best practises to ensure the integrity of the financial reporting system, while providing strategic and analytical support regarding the financial system and the general ledger.

In this role, you will oversee the production of all financial statements and related reporting for Canadian Blood Services for presentation to various stakeholders including, Board of Directors, Provincial Ministers of Health, Executive Management Team, and other stakeholders. You will provide oversight of pension plans and captive insurance companies as well as manage investments and foreign currency, cash flow, including cash flow forecasts, financing of large acquisitions, and maintaining banking relationships.

Formula for success

• Leveraging your continuous growth mindset, you will plan and organize while leading the external financial reporting functions of Canadian Blood Services, including reporting to various committees and boards, provincial and territorial member, and the public.
• Utilizing your proven success for leading a collaborative team of people to achieve specific objectives, you will manage a team of senior financial analysts responsible for planning, organizing, and coordinating all external financial activities to ensure accurate and timely reporting of all financial results for the organization.
• Drawing on your superior organizational skills, you will oversee the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and year-end financial reporting, including the non-consolidated and consolidated financial statements.
• With your ability to work effectively with a wide variety of people, you will manage the external audit relationship and coordination on key accounting issues.
• Utilizing your excellent customer service and interpersonal skills, you will oversee the treasury function and banking relationships of Canadian Blood Services.
• With your desire for excellence , you will lead the cash flow forecasting exercise, short-term and long-term, to ensure there are sufficient funds for operations. This includes providing advice on the use of cash flow management strategies.

Desired education and skills

• Post-secondary level education in a relevant discipline from a recognized academic institution is required.
• Accounting designation (e.g., CPA) is required.
• Minimum of 6 years of accounting, audit and/or financial reporting experience is required.
• Audit experience is a strong asset to this position.
• Comprehensive understanding of financial accounting and reporting under GAAP (ASPE and IFRS) is required.
• Broad knowledge of advanced accounting principles, accounting systems, analytical functions, internal controls, and financial reporting processes is required.
• Expertise in pension and benefits accounting is an asset.

What we offer you

• 4 weeks\' vacation
• Annual performance award up to 10%
• Comprehensive group health, dental and vision benefits for you and your family
• Defined benefit pension plan
• Employee discounts, wellness program, professional resources

What you can expect

• This role will work in a hybrid environment with requirements to be onsite at a Canadian Blood Services head office location in Ottawa - 1800 Alta Vista Drive, 40% of the time/ 2 days of the week.
• You will work Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours per week, 7.5 hours per day.

Diversity and inclusion play a vital role in ensuring health equity for patients across Canada. We are committed to reflecting Canada's population in our organization and fostering an environment where all employees can be their authentic selves, with equal opportunities to succeed and contribute.

Canadian Blood Services requires that all employees be fully vaccinated (COVID 19 vaccine doses as approved by Health Canada), subject to any medical or other human rights considerations. Persons who have been vaccinated outside of Canada must contact their local Public Health Unit in order to obtain a vaccine equivalency certificate.

If this role resonates with you, we encourage you to apply! This could be your first step towards a meaningful and inspiring career. Come to work each day knowing that you save lives.

We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those considered for an interview or those invited to participate in an assessment (such as testing) will be contacted. Applicants who require accommodation should discuss their needs with us.

Canadian Blood Services