Job Number: J1124-0864 Job Title: Finance and Business Transformation Lead Job Category: Finance Job Type: Permanent Full Time Date Posted: November 26, 2024 Closing Date: December 29, 2024 Work Location: Corporate Number of Positions: 1
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If you take pride in being compassionate, honest, professional and safe, consider an exciting and rewarding career at Shannex. Our communities offer more than a place to work – they welcome and celebrate Great People who inspire meaningful connections while Leading the Way to Better Living™.

We are searching for a Finance and Business Transformation Lead to join our Finance Team based in Halifax, Nova Scotia.

Meaningful Benefits

You will be surrounded by supportive and talented team members who make our communities great places to live, work and visit. As an established and respected organization in the healthcare sector, Shannex offers opportunities for growth, development and advancement. And at the end of every day, you will know you've made a measured difference in the lives of our residents. Additional benefits include:

• Comprehensive health and dental benefits plan including an Employee and Family Assistance Program
• Access to virtual healthcare 24/7 for FREE through the group health benefit plan
• RRSP program (with employer matching)
• Vacation accrual (begins immediately) and travel insurance
• Free onsite parking
• Access to thousands of vendors offering perks and discounts through our WorkPerks program
• Access to continuing education and training through Shannex's Centre of Excellence
• Opportunities to be part of sector innovation and continuous improvement initiatives
• Recognition and Rewards for service excellence and safety

About the Opportunity

• Support the Director of Finance to define finance and operating process transformation goals aligned with organizational strategy.
• Analyze and improve processes to increase efficiency by eliminating redundancies, streamlining workflows, and enhancing communication.
• Identify and document finance business process gaps; recommend improvements and lead corresponding change projects.
• Identify potential risks associated with process changes and develop mitigation strategies.
• Support the transition of financial processes to accommodate company growth and changes in corporate technology, ensuring a keen understanding of broader operational needs.
• Develop and manage process change project plans, ensuring on time and accurate project completion.
• Facilitate staff training related to change and improvement initiatives.
• Establish effective communication with stakeholders across various departments and levels within the organization.
• Work with process owners to develop and monitor process key performance indicators (KPIs) to ensure optimal performance and adherence to process.

About You

In addition to placing high value on continuous improvement, collaboration and accountability, you bring:

• A bachelor's or master's degree in accounting or finance
• Minimum 5 years' experience in a similar role or within the finance or business process functions in a complex multi stakeholder financial and business operating environment
• CPA designation, CCMP, PMP, Lean Six Sigma considered an asset.
• Experience with Yardi software considered an asset
• Experience in the health care, residential rental or health-related industry considered an asset
• A passion for the healthcare sector and/or ensuring seniors have access to quality accommodations, services and care.

About Us

It all began in 1988 when our Founder, Joseph Shannon, purchased a single nursing home in his hometown of Sydney, Cape Breton. For 35 years, Shannex has grown as a trusted provider of senior accommodations, services and care in Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, and Ontario. Our industry-leading services are inspired by residents and delivered by Parkland Retirement Living and Lifestyle Residences, Shannex Enhanced Care, Faubourg du Mascaret, and a home care division of team members who create an exceptional resident experience and a positive, fulfilling work environment where every voice matters.

If you're ready to join the Shannex team of Great People, apply today!

Great People is a core value at Shannex based on the belief that our team members are the spirit and foundation of the organization. Shannex believes equity, diversity, inclusion and belonging is about creating a culture that embraces the uniqueness of individuals, where every person is treated fairly and where racism and discrimination are not tolerated. At Shannex, every team member belongs.

All applications are kept in strict confidentiality.
Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.