Description
The Divisional Finance Secretary is a management position responsible for all finance-related issues for divisional headquarters and all divisional ministry units. This position has the primary responsibility of providing complete & accurate financial information to Area Commanders and Divisional Boards that allows for good decision making and financial management in order to advance mission effectiveness at all levels within the Division.
Hours:
- Monday to Friday
- 40 hours per week
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Liaises with Ministry Units (MU), THQ, government, and vendors for DHQ on divisional finance matters. Serves as an active member of Divisional Finance Board (DFB) providing expert guidance and advice regarding financial matters.
- Team Leader for Ministry Unit budget preparation in keeping with the territorial budgeting process. Preparation of the Divisional Headquarters operating budget. Assists with the preparation of the Public Relations and Development operating budgets. Responsible for the preparation of the Divisional Ministry Fund budget including all schedules, narratives, and supporting documentation.
- Make recommendations to the DFB for operating and capital grants to MU. Tracking operational and capital grants provided by DHQ to ensure no reserve fund is overextended and sufficient funds are held in reserve for unexpected occurrences.
- Monitor divisional adherence to all relevant Salvation Army policies and procedures.
- Ensure Area Commander and DFB are kept apprised of the financial condition of every MU. Assist Area Commander in interpreting financial information and make recommendations as appropriate. Performs variance analysis of actuals to budget for all MU and DHQ and presents to DFB at appropriate intervals. Ensures Areas Commanders receive internal audit reports for MU and assist with interpretation and follow-up.
QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:
*NOTE: For some jobs, you may be required to provide validated educational documentation.
Education/Certifications:
- Post-secondary education in business, finance, or administration. CPA designation preferred.
Experience:
- Minimum of five years of progressively responsible financial management experience with familiarity with non-profit, fund, and branch accounting.
- Demonstrated experience in project management, tactical planning, goal-setting, and strategic planning.
Required Skills/Knowledge:
- Superior leadership skills that inspire excellence
- Outstanding communication skills: writing, preparing, and delivering reports
- Able to synthesize data and provide expert recommendations
- Ability to manipulate and synthesize data, Superior computer skills
- Critical thinking/analytical skills, and initiative to innovate and improve systems
- Visioning skills
- High energy, high productivity, multi-tasker
- Alignment with the mission and vision of The Salvation Army in Canada.
Successful candidates, prior to hiring, may be required to provide:
- Background check consent
- A clear vulnerable sector screening
- Clean drivers abstract
- Completion of our online Armatus Abuse Training and required Health and Safety training
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