Our health care client is hiring a Program Business Support Specialist to support the accuracy of financial reporting and the development of the financial operating budget/forecasts and adherence to related deadlines for areas of responsibility. The Program Business Support Specialist is also a key stakeholder in the process for the development of new initiatives as well as being a direct liaison in the ongoing movement towards a more integrated health care model.

This role is a hybrid location in Peterborough, ON. 

Responsibilities:

• Provide program support for areas of responsibility (clinical and corporate services). Activities include, but are not limited to:
  • Prepare month-end, quarter-end and year-end financial reporting including variance analysis, revenue recognition, reconciliations and other journal entries as required in accordance with applicable statues 
  • External financial reporting preparation and submission as required.
  • Financial operating budget and forecast development in accordance with planning targets.
  • Participate with Programs in developing and bringing forward new initiatives by providing financial input and other support as needed; support the progress reporting process for newly implemented initiatives.
  • Benchmarking, impact analysis and other utilization evaluation tools
  • Act as a resource to educate Program Leadership on financial reporting requirements, limitations, and conformance with applicable statutes
• Provide general Finance function support as needed.  Activities include, but are not limited to:
  • Lead in the research, implementation and reporting requirements related to collaborative initiatives that support an integrated health care model.
  • Quarter-end and year-end corporate Ministry reporting development analysis, as assigned.
  • Interprets financial and statistical data and educates programs managers/directors on data and reporting practices.
  • Ad hoc reporting and analysis, as required

Qualifications: 

• Undergraduate degree in Finance, Health Administration, or Health Information or equivalent combination of relevant education and experience.
• Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) designation
• 5 + years of accounting experience
• Demonstrated expertise and experience in performance measurement and reporting, as well as operational and financial processes including benchmarking.
• Ability to engage stakeholders, understand business objectives/requirements, develop performance measures and design reports and analytical tools tailored towards stakeholder and organizational needs to establish trends and help draw valid conclusions.
• Strong attention to detail, demonstrated integrity and professionalism.
• Strong analysis and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Word, Access and PowerPoint).
• Demonstrated excellence in communication, ability to manage multiple projects, critical thinking, leadership and teamwork.
• Ability to work accurately under tight deadlines and changing directions.
• Self-directed, action oriented and highly motivated.
• Demonstrated excellent written, verbal and presentation skills.
• Approachable, friendly and easy to talk to/work with.

We’re an equal opportunity employer committed to increasing diversity and inclusion in today’s workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. Minorities, women, LGBTQ candidates, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. If you require an accommodation, please review our accessibility policy and reach out to our accessibility officer with any questions.