Finance Assistant

JOB TITLE: Finance Assistant REPORTS TO: Finance Manager SALARY RANGE: $28.06 – $31.87 per hour HIRING RANGE: $28.06 per hour competition: 2025-18 POSTING DATE: June 11, 2025 CLOSING DATE: June 25, 2025 THIS POSTING IS FOR ONE (1) PERMANENT FULL-TIME POSITION. Reporting to the Finance Manager, the Finance Assistant is responsible for assisting the financial administration of LMCH. Who We Are: London & Middlesex Community Housing (LMCH) provides 3,282 housing units across 32 properties to more than 5,000 people. Those who call LMCH home are a diverse cross-section of individuals including families, seniors, adults, and new Canadians, all of whom are living with limited income. At LMCH, we believe that housing is the foundation of a better tomorrow. Mission: LMCH provides and maintains homes in a safe and supportive environment to meet the needs of the people we serve in our communities. Vision: LMCH envisions healthy homes and communities in London and Middlesex. Leading by example, LMCH will help make a difference and positively impact lives using housing as the foundation. Why you should apply to LMCH. * Ontario Municipal Employees Retirement System (OMERS) Pension * Group benefits, including health and dental, for full-time employees * Employee, Dependent and Optional Life Insurance * Employee and Family Assistance Program * Wellness, & Wellbeing Program LMCH Values: To Collaborate To be Accountable To be Responsive To promote Equity 1. PURPOSE OF THE JOB: Work towards the achievement of LMHC’s Vision and Mission statements. Comply with all company policies including safety policies, and WSIB regulations. Actively participate in communication, teamwork, staff development, and committee work as required. Maintain and promote the confidentiality of tenant information and financial data. This is a bargaining-unit position. 2. KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: · Support and train finance staff in consultation with management · Guide the departmental timing of workflow for month and year end purposes · Record Last Month’s Rent Deposits and calculate interest annually, as well as prepare monthly report on Last Month’s Rent. · Post Tenant Charges related to replacement Keys, Lock changes, and Screen replacements. · Prepare Capital Program Report and invoice City for Capital Funding monthly, including required documentation for special funding. · Track Insurance claims and invoice City Risk Management Department · Maintain spreadsheet of Resident Contact Caretaker Allowance and reconcile Accounting System with Payroll information. · Prepare journal entries needed for accounting system including Payroll, HST, and cash entries. · Back up for Posting the Accounts payable batches mainly the Capital related invoices into the accounting system while checking information and calculations for accuracy. · Perform accounting analysis, reconciliations, and report write-offs. · Prepare for annual Audit, including financial statement preparation and year-end journal entries. · Maintain the integrity of the accounting information on the corporate accounting system. · Oversee/act as steward of petty cash for the office. · Maintain Tangible Capital Asset Schedules · Perform other duties as necessary or assigned. Typical independent decision to make without the input of supervisor: · Interpretation of HST/Tax legislation and guidelines · Decide on and take corrective action in reviewing other staff’s work related to Accounts Payable, Tenant Charges and Transfer Balances. · Decide on reasonability of accounting information while performing analysis Typical independent decision to make with the input of supervisor: · Clarification of Organization’s accounting policy · Perform other duties as assigned by the Finance Manager. 3. EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, & QUALIFICATIONS: * Working towards Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) designation or willingness to attain is considered an asset. * Minimum 2 years’ accounting experience, preferably over 5 years or equivalent combination of education and experience, demonstrating: o Ability to work with a variety of personalities with tact, solid customer service skills, teamwork and interpersonal skills with an above average level of Emotional Intelligence – the ability to monitor one’s own and other people’s emotions, to discriminate between different emotions and label them appropriately, and to use that information in providing strong customer service o In-depth knowledge of Public Sector Accounting Guidelines and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles o Intermediate level communication skills, ability to compose clear and concise written documents, and to clearly verbally communicate financial and other information and answer questions. o Advanced mathematical skills and attention to detail with ability to accurately calculate, correct, and maintain accounting figures and financial records. o Intermediate to advanced computer literacy, including high level working skills of MS Word, Excel, Outlook. Experience with Yardi Enterprise or other accounting/ property management software and the ability to learn other platforms required o Advanced analytical skills, particularly as they apply to financial records o Cash handling experience is a strong asset. o Strong work ethic and positive team attitude. o Able to build and maintain lasting relationships with a variety of stakeholders including tenants, other departments, key business partners o Excellent organizational skills. * Training in non-violent crisis intervention, de-escalation, or similar considered an asset. 4. WE CARE PHILOSPHY: The incumbent contributes and supports the overall culture and working environment of the agency by: · Having a working knowledge of cultural, social, and demographic patterns relating to vulnerable priority populations. · Committing to harm reduction and low-barrier service, as well as non-violent crisis intervention, de-escalation, and supporting citizens. · Committing to work in a diverse, interdisciplinary setting. · Understanding and being sensitive towards the belief systems of other groups, the complexity of those facing poverty, and their individual unique strengths and needs. · Setting an example of a strong work ethic and positive team attitude. · Working with diverse communities with sensitivity, creativity, innovation, language and cultural understanding in a non-judgmental manner. 5. POLICE RECORDS CHECK and VULNERABLE POSITION SCREENING: This position requires the successful candidate submit a current Police Records check and Vulnerable Sector Screening from their local police service. A current LMCH employee who is the successful candidate for this position must also provide this document unless it is already on file and not more than one year old. 6. SALARY, BENEFITS, and HOURS OF WORK: Hourly rate range of $28.06 – $31.87 per hour (Band 5) with comprehensive health benefits and OMERS pension plan. Normal working hours are 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday to Friday with some work required outside of this schedule from time to time. WHAT’S NEXT: Once you apply, we’ll review your resume and cover letter to determine if your skills and experience match the qualifications for the role. Only qualified candidates will be contacted for next steps. If you move forward, the process may include an interview, written/practical test, and reference check. Here’s your chance to bring your knowledge and expertise to our team and contribute to providing better homes and better neighbourhoods. When submitting your cover letter and resume, be sure to tell us about your skills and qualifications that are a match to those specified in the job posting. A cover letter and resume must be received by 4:30pm, June 25, 2025. Late applications will not be considered. Please send your cover letter and resume to the attention of: Spencer Harrold Human Resources Assistant London & Middlesex Community Housing 1299 Oxford Street East, Unit 5C5 London, ON, N5Y 4W5 E-mail: employment@lmch.ca London & Middlesex Community Housing (LMCH) is committed to equity in employment. Our goal is a diverse, inclusive, and barrier-free workplace that reflects the communities we serve. We will provide reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities at all stages of the hiring process in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005. Please advise if you require an accommodation during the selection process. Thank you for your interest in London & Middlesex Community Housing! Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Pay: $28.06-$31.87 per hour Expected hours: 35 per week Additional pay: * Overtime pay Benefits: * Company pension * Dental care * Disability insurance * Employee assistance program * Extended health care * Life insurance * On-site parking * Paid time off * RRSP match * Vision care Flexible language requirement: * French not required Schedule: * 8 hour shift * Day shift * Monday to Friday Ability to commute/relocate: * London, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required) Education: * DCS / DEC (required) Experience: * Accounting: 2 years (required) Location: * London, ON (preferred) Work Location: In person Application deadline: 2025-06-25