Description
Manager, Finance & Corporate Services
Temporary Full-Time (12 months, with potential to become permanent)
Community Health Centres of Northumberland (CHCN)
? Port Hope, ON | In-person
? 35 hours/week | Monday–Friday
About the Role
Reporting to the Executive Director and serving as a member of the senior management team, the Manager, Finance & Corporate Services provides leadership and oversight for CHCN’s corporate services functions, supporting the organization’s mission, health?equity model of care, and long?term sustainability.
This role is less about being the “head accountant” and more about being a people?centred leader who can guide diverse professional teams, steward public resources responsibly, and ensure strong systems, controls, and relationships across finance, human resources, information technology, data, procurement, and funder accountability.
The Manager plays a key role in organizational decision?making, operational planning, policy development, and continuous improvement, working closely with the Executive Director, Board, funders, and interdisciplinary leadership team.
Experience
Key Responsibilities
Leadership & Team Management
- Lead, mentor, and support a multidisciplinary team encompassing Finance, Data/Financial Analysis, Information Technology & Cybersecurity, Help Desk, and Human Resources.
- Foster a collaborative, respectful, and psychologically safe work environment that encourages accountability, learning, and continuous improvement.
- Oversee workload planning, performance development, and succession considerations across corporate services functions.
- Model reflective practice, openness to feedback, and inclusive leadership aligned with CHCN’s values and health?equity commitments.
Financial Stewardship & Accountability
- Provide oversight of budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, internal controls, and financial policies, ensuring accuracy, transparency, and compliance.
- Manage the Centre’s operating and capital budgets; prepare and present financial reports for the Executive Director, Finance Committee, and Board.
- Liaise with Ontario Health and other funders regarding financial performance, allocations, targets, and variances.
- Oversee annual audit processes and support audit readiness across departments.
Funding, Grants & Funder Reporting
- Support the Executive Director and Board in identifying and assessing funding opportunities.
- Lead the financial components of funding and grant applications, including budgeting, costing, and sustainability analysis.
- Ensure accurate financial management and reporting of restricted and unrestricted funds in compliance with funder agreements and CRA requirements.
- Monitor funding performance, risks, and variances, and communicate findings clearly to leadership and the Board.
Information Management, IT & Cybersecurity
- Provide governance oversight of electronic medical records (EMRs) and all information systems, including hardware, software, and data assets.
- Ensure appropriate cybersecurity practices, training, risk management, and incident?response processes are in place.
- Develop annual and multi?year IT budgets aligned with organizational priorities and risk tolerance.
- Oversee vendor relationships and contracts related to information technology services.
Procurement & Contract Management
- Develop and oversee procurement and contracting processes, approval authorities, and internal controls aligned with public?sector and funder requirements.
- Lead competitive procurement activities (RFPs, RFQs, sole?source justifications), ensuring fairness, transparency, and documentation.
- Manage vendor performance, contract renewals, and maintain a centralized contract register.
- Ensure procurement practices support value for money, equity, risk management, and audit readiness.
Human Resources & Workforce Support
- Support workforce planning, salary benchmarking, and compensation analysis in collaboration with HR.
- Ensure strong oversight of payroll accuracy, controls, benefits administration, and vendor relationships.
- Align HR policies and practices with financial controls, funder requirements, and legislative obligations.
Strategic Planning, Data & Decision Support
- In collaboration with the Data/Financial Analyst and senior leadership, oversee the development of dashboards, reports, and KPIs for internal and external stakeholders.
- Ensure data integrity, quality, and compliance with funder and organizational reporting requirements.
- Analyze financial and operational data to support evidence?based decision?making, forecasting, and strategic planning across programs.
General Responsibilities
- Uphold CHCN’s mission, values, and community?health philosophy.
- Ensure compliance with privacy, confidentiality, occupational health and safety, and other legislative and accreditation requirements.
- Identify risks, report concerns, and contribute to a culture of safety and accountability.
- Participate fully in organizational planning, leadership forums, and quality?improvement initiatives.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
What We’re Looking For
Required Qualifications & Experience
- 3–5 years of progressive management experience in healthcare, community health, public?sector, or publicly funded human services environments.
- Demonstrated experience leading and supporting multidisciplinary teams, ideally across multiple functional areas.
- Experience overseeing budgets, forecasting, financial reporting, audits, and funder accountability.
- Experience working with senior leadership and Boards, including preparing clear, decision?focused reports.
- Strong judgment, problem?solving skills, and discretion in handling sensitive and confidential matters.
Education
- A university degree in business, commerce, economics, health administration, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
- An MBA or CPA designation is considered an asset, but people leadership and system stewardship are equally important.
We Value Candidates Who
- Are collaborative, curious, and reflective leaders.
- Can balance fiscal responsibility with CHCN’s commitment to health equity and community impact.
- Are comfortable working in an evolving role where priorities and systems continue to mature.
- Communicate clearly with diverse audiences, including staff, funders, and Boards.
Why CHCN
CHCN offers meaningful work in a community?based healthcare setting, a supportive leadership environment, and a competitive compensation package including HOOPP (Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan).
Apply
Please submit your cover letter and resume to [email protected], citing
“Manager, Finance & Corporate Services”.
This competition will remain open until filled. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls, please.
CHCN is committed to accessibility and inclusion and will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment process upon request. We encourage applications from individuals who reflect the diversity of the communities we serve.
