Senior Accounting Manager

The Opportunity

The Senior Accounting Manager provides financial management and leadership for Retirement Operations, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and effective team oversight.

Financial Reporting

- Review monthly property reporting packages for completeness and accuracy

- Oversee all financial regulatory filings with the health funding authorities and government agencies, ensuring deadlines are met

- Monthly reconciliation and review of funded revenue by property including claw back calculations

Policy & Analysis

- Analyze and communicate new/revised funding policies to Finance and Operations teams

- Set up new accounts in Yardi and prepare mock‑up financial statements for reporting

Audit & Budget

- Oversee annual audits and prepare submissions for funded properties to government agencies

- Coordinate and review property funded revenue operating budgets, collaborating with Finance Operations, Operations Teams, and Strategic Planning & Analysis

Documentation & Training

- Update documentation for training General Managers, Director Operations & Sales regarding funding

- Maintain records of all funding‑related revenues by government agency

- Update templates used for funding reporting/calculations

Continuous Improvement

- Identify and recommend improvements in finance department processes related to funding

- Oversee implementation of these improvements

Communication

- Liaise with Senior Management, Operations, Property Accountants, Finance team members, and various Ministry of Health (MOH) authorities

Other Duties

- As assigned

People Leadership

- Recruiting, mentoring, coaching, empowering employees

- Performance review and feedback, recognition, foster teamwork

Department Leadership

- Planning, making decisions, operational, budgetary and financial responsibilities.

Qualifications

Education

- University degree or College diploma in Business/Finance

- CPA designation or equivalent experience

Experience

- 5+ years in financial management positions

- 7+ years in accounting/finance roles

- Related industry experience preferred

Skills & Abilities

- Strong knowledge of IFRS and industry‑specific accounting principles

- Deep understanding of provincial funding models and policies for Assisted Living health sector

- Strong computer skills (ERP software, Microsoft Office)

- Excellent written and verbal communication

- Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment

- Self‑motivated, creative and innovative

Effort & Working Conditions

- Sustained attention to detail, frequent computer use, and continuous monitoring of account information

- Primarily office‑based, with prolonged periods of sitting

About Us

At Chartwell, we’re all about Making People’s Lives BETTER: the lives of our residents and their families, and the lives of our employees. Join an exceptional group of diverse, inspiring, and caring people who are empowered to provide personalized, human experiences for our residents and staff through the connections they make every day within our communities.

Chartwell’s commitment to diversity and inclusivity is a commitment to hiring people whose skills and abilities contribute the most to the success of the organization and who reflect the communities in which we live and work. We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from a wide range of qualified candidates, including people with disabilities. If you have questions or require assistance with the application process, please email accessibility@chartwell.com or call 1-888-663-6448.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

Job Info

- Job Identification 20662

- Job Category Accounting/Finance

- Posting Date 11/21/2025, 08:31 PM

- Job Schedule Full time

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