Job Description

Manager, Finance

Corporate Services

Location: Halifax, Nova Scotia

Type of Employment: Full Time, Permanent

Union Status: Excluded (Non-Union)

Competition # COR 25040

Closing Date: November 15, 2025

About Us

At the Nova Scotia Provincial Housing Agency (NSPHA), we take pride in managing, maintaining, and operating government-owned public housing across the province. From single-family homes to high-rise apartments, our goal is simple: to provide safe, affordable housing that helps individuals and families build better lives in communities where they can thrive.

When you join our team, you'll work alongside dedicated professionals who care deeply about making a positive impact and providing exceptional service. We offer a competitive total compensation package that recognizes your contributions, supports your well-being, and gives you the opportunity to be a part of something meaningful. Together, we are shaping the future of public housing in Nova Scotia. If you're ready to make a difference, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today!

The Opportunity

Reporting to the Director, Finance, the Manager, Finance provides sound, timely financial advice, direction, and service to the Director. This includes the coordination and preparation of monthly financial statements and the operating budgets for the Agency. The Manager is responsible for ensuring the resources, processes, and controls employed by the Agency payroll team are appropriate to their mandate.

What You'll Do

Manages the monthly Agency financial management reporting process, including, but not limited to timelines, issue resolution, consolidation, KPI reporting and monitoring. Manages the forecast process for the Agency. Provides the Director of Finance with required forecast reports and analyses, including the provision of program analysis and guidance, ensuring that the Director receives all necessary information needed to complete accurate operating and capital forecasts in a timely and effective manner. Maintains ongoing contact with District Finance managers. Provides coordination and support in the development of Agency budget. Briefs the Director throughout the budget process, advising of budget policies and revisions to budget targets. Assist the Districts to compile realistic and financially accurate operating and capital budgets. Coordinates the preparation of the Agency's annual audit requirements package and other related reports for the external auditors by ensuring all deliverables meet the time-sensitive deadlines and ensuring all subsequent audit requests are addressed in an appropriate and timely manner. Accountable for managing the business functions and operations of the NSPHA payroll and benefits team through implementing the business processes associated with the payroll operations of NSPHA, which includes a payroll client base of approximately 550 agency employees. Researches and makes recommendations in accordance with CRA or PSAB guidelines or standards. Manages the agency's funding by monitoring flows and working with the department to establish a fiscal year funding schedule. Coordinates the filing of the agency's HST returns Ensures the effective management of human and financial resources by setting and evaluating staff performance targets, promoting diversity and inclusion, ensuring a healthy workplace, demonstrating leadership competencies, respecting human resources practices, occupational health and safety policies and procedures, promoting teamwork, engagement, and individual development, ensuring internal communications. May perform other related duties as assigned.

What We're Looking For

Must Have

Bachelor's degree in business administration, Finance, Accounting, or Commerce Certified Professional Accountant (CPA) designation A minimum of 5-7 years of progressive experience in financial management or a similar senior leadership role, preferably with experience overseeing diverse corporate functions in a unionized environment In depth working knowledge of Canadian GAAP and PSAB Advanced Excel skills (modelling, data analysis) Proven leadership abilities and a team-oriented approach Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills with meticulous attention to detail. Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex financial information clearly to diverse audiences.

Nice to Have

Knowledge of the Province of Nova Scotia's financial management processes Experience with IT Project Management Proficiency in ERP systems, specifically, Yardi Voyageur 7S Familiarity with data visualization tools, like Power BI

The Fine Print

An equivalent combination of training, education and experience may be considered.

This position requires a valid driver's license and access to a reliable vehicle. Occasional travel within the Province is required.

What We Offer

Salary: $94,160.06 - $122,407.56 annually (MC 25) Schedule: 35-hour work week

Full-time permanent employees also receive:

Comprehensive benefits including health, dental, life insurance, and pension Paid vacation, holidays, sick time and additional leaves Work-life balance supports such as modified work weeks Professional development and career growth opportunities Employee and Family Assistance Program

Apply Today

We value diversity and are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace that reflects the communities we serve. If you require accommodation at any stage of the process, please let us know. If you're part of an equity group, we encourage you to self-identify when applying.

Please submit your application through

CareerBeacon.com

. We thank all applicants for their interest, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $94,160.06-$122,407.56 per year

Work Location: In person