SRCE-26-643, Central Office, Manager of Accounting

Armbrae Academy, Private School, Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada•Richmond, VA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Strait Regional Centre for Education (SRCE) is hiring a Manager of Accounting at its Central Office. The role oversees accounts payable operations and school-based funds accounting, monitors and analyzes financial activity, supports month-end reporting and annual budget preparation, and performs general accounting duties. The position is classified at Band 9 under the August 1, 2026 Education Entities Non-Union Compensation Framework, with a salary range of $82,350 to $102,938. The schedule is seven hours per day, Monday through Friday, and the effective date is November 9, 2026. The position reports to the Director of Finance.

Requirements

Five years of accounting and finance experience in progressively responsible positions.
Diploma or degree in Business Administration with a concentration in accounting.
Strong knowledge of accounting, analytics, and controls.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365, particularly MS Excel.
Aptitude for understanding technology.
Ability to manage highly sensitive information and complex work addressing broader business issues.
Ability to anticipate issues and recommend appropriate actions.
Ability to manage several tasks at once in a deadline-driven environment.
Ability to work with limited supervision.
Ability to communicate clearly with senior management.
Interpersonal skills and ability to work in a team environment.
Proof of educational qualifications must be provided.
At least three work-related references are required, including the most recent supervisor.
A current, clear Criminal Record Check-Vulnerable Sector and Child Abuse Registry check must be provided before employment.

Nice To Haves

Experience working in SAP.
Understanding of Public Sector Accounting Standards.
Professional accounting designation (CA, CGA, CMA, CFA, or MBA), or being in the process of obtaining one.
Experience working with external auditors.

Responsibilities

Manage accounts payable staff and the school-based funds accountant, providing guidance and direction.
Oversee daily accounts payable processes and ensure the accuracy of vendor payments.
Review school-based funds accounting records and bank reconciliations.
Verify the accuracy of employee travel claims.
Monitor expenditures against the RCE-approved budget and analyze key risk areas.
Communicate month-end results, analysis, and potential risks to Senior Administration.
Analyze general ledger accounts and fund center balances for reasonableness.
Assist with preparation of the Strait Regional Centre for Education annual budget.
Perform general accounting duties, including fuel tax rebates, credit card reconciliations, and bank reconciliations.
Perform other duties assigned by the Director of Finance.