Position Summary
Under the general direction of the Administrator of Rideaucrest Home, he/she provides leadership and direction to accounting and administrative staff while developing, prioritizing and delegating assignments;
Provide leadership and expertise in matters relating to financial processes and controls such as cash management, resident admissions, billing and collection of resident accommodations and other fees, purchasing, inventory, internal department billings and other related activities;
Manage resident trust accounts including bill payments and disbursement of cash and establish and manage resident files using the City’s corporate filing system (TRIM)
Prepare, analyze and validate financial reports, complete month end procedures and ensure financial information is accurately recorded in consultation with the City’s Financial Services department
Ensure accurate resident billing rates in accordance with the Ministry and assist residents to process rate reductions through various government assistance programs
Assist the management team to maximize Ministry funding using proper coding and reporting practices
Prepare and monitor the administration services operating and capital budgets
Assist the Administrator to develop the Home’s 4 year operational plan
Coordinate, update and monitor agreements and contracts for services provided in the Home
Provide support and participate in various committees and projects
Support collaboration and communication across Home and with external stakeholders
Identify and recommend changes to improve service delivery standards, models and systems to enhance service delivery and administrative systems;
Promote and support a culture of health, safety, well-being and respect and ensure compliance with related policies and legislation to sustain a healthy work environment.
Post-secondary degree or diploma in finance, business administration or in a related field which includes accounting courses;
3 years of related finance and administration experience in a leadership role;
Experience should also include developing and improving financial and administrative processes;
Experience in long term care is strongly preferred;
Experience and knowledge of funding formulas and accounting practices in a long term care facility is preferred;
Professional accounting designation is an asset.
Must demonstrate corporate competencies: Customer Focus, Results Orientation, Integrity, and Teamwork.
Skills, Abilities, Work Demands
Excellent communication skills (written and verbal)
Strong organization and prioritization skills
Knowledge of long term care standards and practices including related to resident trust and billing processes as well as affiliations agreements and contracts
Strong knowledge of accounting principles and of office and administrative systems
Knowledge of related acts and legislation (eg Ministry of Health & Long Term Care Division, Long Term Care Homes Act and Regulations, Occupational Health & Safety Act)
Strong leadership skills with ability to coach, mentor and motivate staff and empower staff to work independently
Possess tact and diplomacy with understanding of confidentiality and privacy issues
Excellent supervision skills with ability to work effectively in a unionized environment
Ability to work with senior population
Ability to work effectively as part of a team and individually
Strong problem solving and conflict resolution skills
Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word and Excel tested; Outlook)
Experience using programs such as PeopleSoft, Point Click Care, TRIM, and Park Lane is an asset
Minimum Pay Rate :56,074.00 /Year - Maximum Pay Rate :76,549.00 /Year
Please apply to Career Opportunities at: www.cityofkingston.ca/Careers
Your resume must clearly demonstrate how you meet the requirements of the position. Please upload to your profile, any educational Degrees, Diplomas and/or Certificates that are relevant and required for the position you are applying to. We thank all of those who apply; however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. The City of Kingston is an equal opportunity employer. Accessibility accommodations are available for all parts of the recruitment and selection process. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance. Information collected will be handled in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act.
