Finance 2 Talent Pool

Government of Alberta•Edmonton, AB

4d•CA$66,884 - CA$87,736•Onsite

About The Position

The Alberta Public Service works to build a stronger province for current and future generations. We make a difference in the lives of Albertans through rewarding and diverse career opportunities. The Alberta Public Service (APS) is taking a One Finance approach to the delivery of financial services. Financial services include the delivery of financial planning, reporting and operations, as well as ongoing engagement with policy and program areas to provide strategic decision-making support. There are three top leadership priorities that support this One Finance approach: proactively supporting our talent across the finance community; providing collaborative and responsive services to our business partners; and actively engaging in continuous improvement of the way we support each other and do business within our teams and across the entire finance community. Candidates who are successful in the selection process will be placed in a Talent Pool. The Talent Pool will be used to create an eligibility list of qualified candidates to fill upcoming opportunities. Applicants not initially selected for interview may be contacted for future positions as they become available.

Requirements

University graduation in Business, Finance, Accounting, Commerce or Management or other related field plus one-year related experience.
Equivalencies will be considered on the basis of a minimum 2-year related diploma plus three years directly related experience.
Advanced skills in Microsoft Office, including Word, Outlook, Excel and PowerPoint.
Solid understanding and experience with the application and research of accounting policies, practices and theories such as Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
Experience supporting the preparation and review of financial statements, working papers, and reconciliations (e.g., General Ledger, subledger, and bank reconciliations).
Experience performing financial administration processes (e.g., accounts payable, grants, contracts, expense claims) in accordance with policies and procedures.
Strong working knowledge of Enterprise Resource Planning systems (e.g., 1GX) and the various financial interface systems such as Concur and Electronic Payment System (EPS).

Nice To Haves

Experience supporting or coordinating quarter-end and year-end financial reporting processes, including preparing schedules, templates, and variance analysis.
Knowledge of Public Sector accounting Standards (PSAS).
In the process or completion of a Canadian professional accounting designation (CPA or legacy designation) or equivalent.
Knowledge of revenue recognition principles and their application in a public sector or regulated environment.
Experience supporting capital asset management processes, including tracking, categorization, reconciliation and reporting.
Experience developing financial reports, dashboards, or analysis to support management decision-making.
Experience in financial planning and analysis, including budgeting, forecasting and monitoring expenditures.
Analyze and develop internal financial controls, policies, and procedures to maintain the integrity of ministry specific internal documents and identify areas of improvement.
Experience conducting expenditure reviews with a focus on internal controls and compliance, including assessing transactions against financial policies and legislation (e.g., FAA and Treasury Board directives) and supporting corrective actions to strengthen financial controls.

Responsibilities

Play an integral role in producing multiple financial reports in accordance with government policies, processes, guidelines and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles.
Preparation of the ministry’s quarterly financial information, various public disclosures, year-end financial reporting and addressing the ministry's financial audit requirements.
Assist in providing financial reporting services, such as financial information preparation for the Annual Report, quarterly actual results and ad hoc management reporting.
Play an integral role in the comprehensive management of the ministry’s financial operations.
Developing and implementing ministry-wide financial policies and procedures, internal controls, and reviewing the day-to-day financial operations.
Maintain the integrity of financial data within the following functions: Grants and Contracts, Travel & Expense Claims, P-Card, Accounts Payable (A/P), Accounts Receivable (A/R) and General Ledger.
Providing financial advice and guidance to clients to ensure compliance with financial regulations and policies.
Ensure that 1GX financial information is in accordance with the PSAS (Public Sector Accounting Standards) principles and guidelines, GoA and Ministry policies and procedures.
Develop accurate, valid and timely information, analysis, reports and schedules to prepare quarter-end and year-end financial statements.
Liaising with auditors to provide them with required documentation and/or explanations to facilitate the audit and resolve audit issues.
Support the lifecycle of grant/contract agreements and funding approvals, including tracking approvals, preparing agreements and submissions.
Perform financial processes and procedures such as accounts payable, procurement card, grants, contracts and expense claims for the desired ministry, ensuring compliance with legislation.
Conduct detailed analysis and interpretation of financial data, including identifying trends, variances, and anomalies to support accurate reporting and inform decision-makers.
Discussing complex financial issues with clients and making recommendations regarding possible solutions.