Lunenburg County Lifestyle Centre
Bridgewater, NS
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ABOUT THE ROLE
The Finance Manager is responsible for the overall financial leadership of the Lunenburg County Lifestyle Centre (LCLC). Reporting to the General Manager, this role oversees all financial operations budgeting, reporting, internal controls and administrative processes. This position also supervises the Finance Administrative Officer. This is a key leadership role that supports organizational decision-making through accurate analysis, forecasting, and financial insight.
ABOUT YOU
You are a self starter who takes initiative to identify efficiencies and solutions. You are detailed oriented with the ability to prioritize your work in a busy, dynamic work environment. As a team player, you work well with others using a collaborative approach. You understand the value of effective working relationships and customer service. As a positive, diplomatic communicator, you can relate well to others to understand to their needs and concerns.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Lead all financial functions, ensuring strong oversight, accuracy, and accountability.
- Supervise, mentor and support the finance staff including recruitment and performance management.
- Develop, implement and maintain financial policies, procedures and internal controls.
- Oversee general ledger management, including month-end and year-end processes including appropriate documentation and workbooks.
- Review and approve financial transactions, reconciliations, and accounting entries.
- Lead the development of operating and capital budgets and support long-term financial planning.
- Monitor financial performance and recommend strategies to support financial sustainability.
- Identify and implement process improvements to enhance accuracy, efficiency and financial oversight.
- Ensure accurate, complete secure financial records.
- Coordinate and lead annual external audit process.
- Oversee employee benefits administration and ensure payroll accuracy.
- Ensure records are maintained on the accrual basis, and consistent with internal policies.
- Other duties as required.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Must have post-secondary education in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or related field; equivalent experience may be considered.
- Payroll Compliance Professional (PCP) Certification or willingness to obtain.
- First Aid & CPR Certification (or willingness to obtain).
- Clear Police Criminal Record, Vulnerable Sector and Child Abuse Registry Check required.
EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS
- 3-5 years progressive experience in accounting or financial management.
- Minimum 2-3 years supervisory or management experience.
- Demonstrated experience with financial reporting, budgeting, and audit preparation.
- Strong understanding of fund accounting, financial controls, and financial management practices.
- Proficiency with accounting and payroll systems.
- Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- Strong leadership, communication, and collaboration skills.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel; strong working knowledge of Microsoft 365 including Word and Teams.
WORKING CONDITIONS
- Primarily office-based work within a recreation facility environment.
- Full Time, Permanent.
- Occasional evening, weekend and holiday work may be required based on operational needs.
- Annual Salary: $70,000 to $85,000
- Competitive group insurance and benefits plan and pension plan.
Please submit your application no later than 11:59 p.m. on June 12, 2026.