Manager, Finance
Reference #2025-49
Strong. Proud. Uplifting.
At Ornge, we believe that ordinary people can do extraordinary things.
Each day, we connect communities with critical care across Ontario, Canada. In the air and by land, our teams deliver equity in emergency response, uplifting the lives of those in our care.
We are excited to onboard individuals who bring energy, enthusiasm, and professionalism to our growing group of difference-makers and life-changers.
Discover Ontario, Canada, and an exciting career with Ornge.
Position Title | Manager, Finance |
Department/Section | Corporate Services |
Employment Status | Permanent Full Time |
Targeted Salary Range | $115,731.20-$137,430.80 |
Work Mode | Hybrid (2 Days Per Week) |
Location | 5310 Explore Drive, Mississauga |
Hours of Work | 37.5 hours/week |
Posting Open Date | Monday April 7th, 2025 |
Posting Close Date | Monday April 21, 2025 |
The targeted salary range is supplemented by a competitive total rewards package. The salary offered to the successful candidate will consider a wide array of factors such as the individual’s skillset, level of experience applicable to the role and internal equity considerations.
Uplifting Your Career at Ornge
We are seeking a Manager, Finance ready to take on an exciting opportunity with team Ornge. Firstly, you’re aligned to our vision “We Respond” – it’s the centre of who we are and what we do, we encourage you to learn about us by reviewing our 2024-2029 strategic plan online.
The Manager, Finance will oversee the financial operations across multiple entities and will lead financial functions, compliance, and strategic initiatives. The ideal candidate will bring astrong background in accounting, tax, analysis,and internal controls.
As a people leader, you take pride in empowering your team by providing the tools, knowledge, and opportunities they need to excel. You foster a culture of analytical thinking, creative problem-solving, and innovation, enabling your team to find new efficiencies and drive continuous improvement.
The Finance Manager is a trusted advisor to our internal partners and is the subject matter expert who offers guidance, support and expertise. Your ability to foster excellent relationships will work to harmonize accounting best practices, risk mitigation and compliance.
Key Accountabilities:
- Manages the financial reporting process and reviews financials monthly to ensure accuracy and completeness on a cost centre and consolidated basis.
- Researches, advises, and recommends on complex accounting transactions and contracts to stay abreast of new accounting standards and regulatory changes.
- Assists in preparing materials for the Finance and Audit Committee
- Engages directly with external and internal auditors to coordinate the audit process.
- Provides tax advisory and compliance requirements, including commodity tax, corporate tax, and Not for Profit information returns.
- Implements and monitors compliance with various policies and procedures by reviewing and updating financial control process narratives and finance policies annually.
- Ensures financerelated reporting requirements regarding Ornge’s Performance Agreement are met and provides ad-hoc and recommendations to senior management.
- Conducts research on industry-specificbest practices for financial analysis and engages with financial planning and analysis team for proper budget classification.
- Drives process improvements through the identification of opportunities to automate and leverage technologies.
- Leads ad-hoc projects and cross-functional teams, assesses financial terms and prospects.
Responsibilities:
- Leads a dynamic team of approximately 11 finance professionals, including 5 analysts and 6 AP/AR staff, fostering collaboration and driving performance.
- Ensures financial reporting and tax filings adhere to appropriate frameworks andwill navigate complex regulatory landscapesto stay updated on evolving standards.
- Coaching, mentoring and establishingopportunities for staff for learning and development.
- Plans and coordinates the year-end external financial audit, along with other statutory or Ministry audits involving auditors and finance staff.
- Plans and coordinates the preparation of several Ministry reports and inquiries.
- Identifies control deficiencies around finance and recommends possible actions for resolutions; independently interprets legislation/regulatory requirements/environmental changes impacting finance operations to assess and recommends best resolutions.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting from a recognized and accredited educational institution.
- Chartered Accountant or Chartered Professional Accountant (Ontario).
- A minimum of 5-6 years of applicable experience in a similar position.
- Experience within a Big 4 accounting firm is considered an asset.
- Experience with external and internal auditing, financial reporting and internal controls.
- Research experience with PSAS, ASPE, IFRS and taxation.
- SAP experience is considered an asset.
Total Rewards:
- Comprehensive Health, Dental and Vision Benefit Plan.
- 24/7 Employee and Family Assistance Program.
- Premium Defined Benefits Pension Plan Automatic Enrollment.
- Three Paid Personal Days (Pro-Rated for Year 1).
- Accrued vacation time starting at four weeks per year.
- PERKS! Employee Promotional Programs relating to personal phone plans, furniture, home/car insurance, travel, fitness,attractions and more!
At Ornge, we are:
- Community connectors.
- Equity in healthcare.
- Strong in our convictions.
- Proud of the services we provide.
- Uplifting in our mission, values, and services.
You can expect us to be:
- Competitive in pay, benefits, vacation time and more.
- Promoters of diversity.
- Champions of inclusivity and accessibility.
- Committed to your career advancement.
- A tight-knit, supportive culture.
A bit about you:
- You are driven by our collective desire to make a difference.
- Excited by problem solving and excels at in-the-moment decision making.
- Teamwork has always been where you thrive.
- You are ready to put your skills into action in a fast-paced environment.
What’s next:
- If you are ready to uplift lives, apply directly online.
- All resumes are reviewed by our team and only those under consideration will be contacted.
- Ornge is committed to providing accessible accommodations in compliance with Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Should you require accommodation through any stage of the recruitment process, please email us at talentacquisition@ornge.ca and we will work with you to meet your needs.
- Ornge encourages applications from candidates identifying as a member of a traditionally underrepresented group including First Nations, Métis, Inuit, and urban Indigenous peoples; Francophone persons; Black and racialized persons; members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities; and persons with disabilities.
Are you ready to pursue a career that has a profound impact on communities across Ontario, Canada? Join us.
Ornge. Lives uplifted.
