Financial Officer

FINANCIAL OFFICER

• The Financial Officer is responsible for a specific sub-set of the tasks below, which varies by position:
• Coordinating efforts around the quality assurance function for the integrity of financial data to be entered into the organization’s financial system.
• Providing guidance and instruction to employees in carrying out their financial management functions.
• Supervising the activities of a team of employees by setting annual work objectives, coordinating and prioritizing how the activities to complete objectives, and providing continued feedback on performance. Overseeing the payment functions, including approving payments.

• Reconciling and analyzing financial data to supporting documents or other internal or external systems to ensure the integrity of data in the organization’s financial system.
• Analyzing financial data and incorporating the analysis into reports to support management decision-making process.
• Supporting the management of the delegation of financial signing authorities by administering various aspects of the internal controls system over these authorities.
• Supporting the maintenance of the organization’s financial system by performing routine system maintenance functions and coordinating problem resolution in respect to these systems.

• Undergraduate degree with a specialization in accounting, finance, business administration, commerce or economics and one (1) years of experience*
• College diploma in accounting, finance, business administration, commerce or economics and two (2) years of experience*
• Canada Financial Management Certificate and two (2) years of recent** experience*

** Recent is defined as experience acquired within the last seven (7) years of experience.

The undergraduate degree/College Diploma must be in the field of studies needed for the position. It must be obtained from an accredited learning institution recognized in Canada. If you completed a program outside of Canada, you will be required to obtain proof of a Canadian equivalency at your expense from an accredited learning institution recognized in Canada.

*Experience is defined as experience related to positions in the Financial Management subgroup.

Additional experience required: must include at least two (2) of the following areas of activity:

• Experience in applying financial policies;

• Experience providing advice to managers or employees on financial matters;

• Experience in accounting operations;

• Experience in using and managing a financial system.

• Analytical Skills
• Rigour
• Behavioural Flexibility
• Collaboration
• Client Service

An asset qualification is a qualification which can enhance the ability to perform the work based on current and future business requirements, but which is not strictly required. Positions will be staffed based on the selection decision principle and operational priorities.

• Experience in using Excel

Conditions of Employment

While we continue to explore opportunities for flexible work arrangements, most roles in our organization require an in-office presence. However, alternative options may be available for certain positions, depending on their specific requirements.

The following will be applied / assessed at a later date (essential for the job)

Competency Based Interview

The Competency Based Interview will assess candidates’ experience, knowledge, and the competencies listed in the section above.

Official Language (OL) Proficiency

The immediate need is to staff positions with a linguistic profile of BBB/BBB imperative.

For more information on language requirements: (external link www.canada.ca/en/public-service-commission/jobs/services/gc-jobs/language-requirements-candidates.)

Notes

If you need accommodations during the recruitment process, please mention it to the HR representative.

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