Lead a High-Impact Team Driving Financial Integrity and Operational Excellence.Are you a strategic financial leader with a passion for public service? The Accounting and Controllership Branch within the Ministry of Health is seeking a Senior Manager to lead ministry-wide financial controllership and reporting, compliance with government accounting standards, and to drive excellence in financial operations. In this key role, you'll provide expert advice to senior executives, oversee financial systems and audits, and guide the development of accounting policies upholding financial transparency and integrity across the ministry.
As the Senior Manager, you will manage a high-performing team, foster an inclusive and values-based culture, and build strong relationships with internal and external partners. You'll play a critical role in shaping financial strategy, supporting Public Accounts preparation and ensuring the ministry's data is accurate, timely, and aligned with central agency objectives.
If you're ready to lead with impact and help shape the ministry's financial future, we encourage you to apply and bring your expertise to a role that makes a difference.
The Ontario Public Service: Strengthening Ontario, Together.A career in the Ontario Public Service (OPS) is driven by purpose. We're building a stronger Ontario by delivering programs and services that make a real difference in people's lives. If you share this ambition, you'll find a workplace that reflects the diversity of the people we serve and empowers you to lead with confidence.
Why Your Leadership Belongs Here
- Purpose that drives you: Lead work that matters. Your leadership will shape policies, programs, and services that improve lives across the province—every day.
- A culture that supports you: Thrive in a flexible, inclusive, and respectful workplace that values your well-being and empowers you to bring your whole self to work.
- A career that grows with you: Explore leadership opportunities across ministries and sectors. With access to mentorship, learning, and mobility, your career can evolve here.
- Recognition that reflects your impact: We value the difference you make. You'll receive competitive pay, a defined-benefit pension, and benefits that support your well-being—plus meaningful recognition for your contributions.
About the job
We believe great leadership starts with high standards and strong support. In the OPS, that means showing up with authenticity, acting with integrity, and having the courage to do what's right, even when it's hard.
As a leader, you'll shape a team culture that sparks innovation, supports collaboration, and champions inclusion. You'll help build a workplace that is diverse, anti-racist, and accessible, where everyone feels safe, respected, and able to thrive.
You won't be doing it alone. We invest in our leaders through mentorship, learning opportunities, and cross-ministry networks that help you grow your impact and connect with peers across the organization.
Leadership is about impact, and in this role, you'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful one.
In this role, you will:
- Lead the development and implementation of ministry-wide financial controllership policies and reporting frameworks, ensuring compliance with government standards and Public Sector Accounting Board (PSAB) recommendations.
- Provide strategic financial advice to senior leadership and oversee internal/external reporting to support informed decision-making and accountability.
- Manage financial operations including audits, Public Accounts preparation, and consolidation reporting, while ensuring strong internal controls and data integrity.
- Oversee quality assurance activities and operational reviews to support the Certificate of Assurance and implement corrective actions as needed.
- Lead and develop a high-performing, inclusive team, fostering collaboration and aligning financial operations with ministry goals and regulatory requirements.
Meet Your New TeamYou will be joining the leadership team at the Accounting and Controllership Branch who provides ministry-wide leadership in applying accounting and controllership policies to ensure the effective use of public funds. The work they do strengthens internal controls, ensures accurate and timely financial reporting, and supports quality assurance. Their key responsibilities include managing the Delegation of Financial Management Authority Framework, preparing the Certificate of Assurance for Public Accounts, and overseeing monthly financial close processes.
The Accounting and Controllership Branch is actively recruiting for leadership positions. Check out the following links to learn more:
In this role, you will report to
Lica Vuu, Assistant Director/A, Accounting and Controllership Branch, a forward-thinking leader who exemplifies a modern approach to accounting leadership. Known for her pragmatic and solution-oriented mindset, Lica fosters collaboration and innovation across teams. Drawing inspiration from the quote “no man is an island”, she builds on her strong accounting foundation by working closely with colleagues across departments to develop practical, compliant, and sustainable solutions that advance organizational objectives.
Outside of work, Lica enjoys spending time with her 2 kids and husband, and eating her way around the city. She unwinds by listening to podcasts by going for long walks or busy improving her health span. Please contact Lica at lica.v.vuu@ontario.ca for more information about the role.
As the Senior Manager, Quality Assurance, you will be leading a high performing team of 7 responsible for ensuring the internal controls over financial reporting operations across the ministry supports the integrity of financial statements and the Certificate of Assurance.
What you bring to the team
Leadership and People Management
- Demonstrate the leadership behaviours, attributes and mindsets for leaders across the organization to lead the OPS into the future and deliver our vision.
- Ability to support the growth of others by providing timely feedback, encouraging learning, and creating opportunities for development.
- Commitment to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone feels respected, valued, and empowered to contribute.
Financial Expertise and Knowledge
- Demonstrated the ability to develop and implement ministry-wide financial controllership policies and reporting frameworks aligned with Public Sector Accounting Board (PSAB) and government standards.
- Experience with providing strategic financial advice to senior leadership supporting decision-making through internal and external reporting.
- Strong understanding of internal controls, data integrity, and quality assurance processes to support the Certificate of Assurance and implement corrective actions.
- Knowledge of relevant legislation (ex: Financial Administration Act) and quality assurance processes to support Certificate of Assurance and corrective actions.
- Chartered Professional Accounting (CPA) and/or Canadian Public Finance Accreditation (CPFA) designation, or equivalent experience is considered an asset.
Relationship Management and Communication
- Exceptional relationship management, consulting, and negotiation skills, with the ability to build and maintain effective partnerships.
- Demonstrated ability to navigate complex and contentious issues with tact, diplomacy, and strategic guidance.
- Strong written communication skills, including the development of work plans, briefing notes, and senior management reports.
- Proficient in presenting at senior committee meetings, synthesizing complex technical information, and delivering insights that influence decision-making and improve governance.
Don't meet every qualification?
If you are excited about this position and meet most, but not all, of the listed qualifications, please still consider applying. We recognize that no one person might have every qualification in this job ad, and you just might be the right candidate!
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How we support diversity, inclusion and accessibility
We are building an inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We encourage everyone interested in working with us to apply, including people with disabilities, Indigenous, Black and racialized individuals, as well as people from all ethnicities, cultures, sexual orientations, gender identities and gender expressions.
Our hiring process is accessible, consistent with Ontario's
Human Rights Code and the
Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005. We are working to prevent and remove barriers in our hiring processes and can offer
accommodation to address specific needs related to Code-protected grounds such as disability, family status and religion. For more information about accommodation during the hiring process please
contact us.Learn more about the work the OPS is doing to create an inclusive, anti-racist, accessible and diverse workplace: